Charles and George Hurst founded Kenya Breweries Limited in 1922 producing
Tusker Lager. The name Tusker came about in memory of George who was trampled to death by a rogue male elephant in 1923.
White Cap Lager is a pale lager and depicts the snow-capped peak of
Mount Kenya. It is noted to be favorite of former president Mwai Kibaki.
White Cap and Tusker Lager are both products of
East African Breweries Limited
East African Breweries Limited, commonly referred to as EABL, is a Kenyan-based holding company that manufactures branded beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Overview
The group's headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, with subsi ...
brewed in Ruaraka from locally sourced barley.
Keroche Breweries founded in 1997 and based in Naivasha brews Summit Malt. Big Five Breweries and Sierra Premium are based in Nairobi and specialize in craft brewing.
See also
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Beer in Africa
Beer in Africa, especially lager, is produced commercially in most African countries, and varieties of beer are also made by indigenous people. Beer is served in a range of locales, from neighbourhood shebeens to upscale bars. Many countries hav ...
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Beer and breweries by region
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East African Breweries
East African Breweries Limited, commonly referred to as EABL, is a Kenyan-based holding company that manufactures branded beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Overview
The group's headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, with subsi ...
References
Kenyan cuisine
Kenyan culture
Economy of Kenya
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