What Duvel Moortgat USA does

Duvel Moortgat USA is the US operating arm of Duvel Moortgat NV, a fourth-generation, family-owned Belgian brewery founded in 1871 and headquartered in Puurs-Sint-Amands, Belgium. The company produces and distributes the Duvel specialty Belgian blonde beer portfolio, anchored by Duvel 8.5% and an extended line that includes Duvel 6.66% (introduced 2021), the annual Tripel Hop innovation series (Citra from 2016, Cashmere from 2019, and Krush in 2025), and limited editions such as Barrel Aged, Imperial Blond, and Distilled. Brewing relies on bottle refermentation (hergisting) with extended maturation and a proprietary Scottish yeast strain continuously cultivated since 1918, supported by the iconic 1960 tulip-shaped tasting glass. The US market is served through three domestic breweries (including the Firestone Walker Brewing Company subsidiary in Paso Robles, California, and the pending Stone Brewing acquisition from Sapporo expected to close Q2 2026), with products reaching consumers via supermarkets, beer specialty retailers, on-premise cafes/bars/restaurants, and direct e-commerce (shop.duvelusa.com). The brand is sold in 60+ countries globally and has accumulated multiple international gold medals, including International Beer Challenge (2024), Meininger's International Craft Beer Award (2022), and Le Concours International de Lyon recognition.

Revenue is generated almost entirely from one-time product sales of beer across core, hop-forward, and limited-edition SKUs, with limited public disclosure of per-unit pricing. Customer concentration is low, as revenue is fragmented across long-tail end consumers and distribution partners rather than concentrated enterprise accounts. The US entity is a private subsidiary of the family-controlled Duvel Moortgat NV; Michel Moortgat serves as CEO of the parent group, and Nick Firestone remains CEO of the Firestone Walker subsidiary. Strategic direction centers on consolidating US craft beer production under the Firestone Walker umbrella, expanding the brand portfolio through annual hop innovations, and leveraging heritage branding (150th anniversary celebrated in 2021) and experiential marketing (Duvel Day, Duvel Collection artist glasses) to defend premium positioning.

Name

Duvel Moortgat USA

Legal name

DUVEL MOORTGAT NV

Website

https://duvel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1871

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Duvel Moortgat USA is the US arm of a fourth-generation Belgian family brewery, distributing the Duvel specialty Belgian blonde beer portfolio (Duvel 8.5%, Duvel 6.66%, Tripel Hop series, limited editions) via retail, on-premise, and e-commerce, and is expanding its US craft beer footprint through Firestone Walker and the pending Stone Brewing acquisition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Beer

NAICS

Breweries (31212), Breweries (312120), Beer and Ale Merchant Wholesalers (424810)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082)

akta.pro primary industry

Packaging & Production Breweries (Limited/No On-site Service) (THAFALAB)

Keywords

• Belgian specialty beer
• Craft brewing
• Bottle refermentation
• Specialty beer production
• Brewery operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Antwerp

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Beer Product Sales: Revenue generated from the production and sale of specialty Belgian beers across multiple product lines including core range (Duvel 8.5%, Duvel 6.66%), Tripel Hop series (Citra, Cashmere, Krush), and limited editions (Barrel Aged, Imperial Blond, Distilled). Sold through retail (supermarkets, beer specialty), on-premise (cafes, restaurants), and e-commerce channels in over 60 countries.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Duvel Moortgat USA is the United States operating arm of Belgian family brewery Duvel Moortgat NV, producing and distributing premium Belgian specialty beers including the flagship Duvel 8.5%, Duvel 6.66%, the Tripel Hop series (Citra, Cashmere, Krush), and limited editions such as Barrel Aged, Imperial Blond, and Distilled. Beers are produced through bottle refermentation (hergisting) and long maturation using a proprietary Scottish yeast strain sourced in 1918, and are sold globally across more than 60 countries via retail, on-premise, and e-commerce channels.

Product overview

Duvel Moortgat is a Belgian family brewery founded in 1871 that produces specialty beers with bottle refermentation. The product portfolio centers on the core Duvel brand (8.5% Belgian Strong Golden Ale) and its variations including the lighter Duvel 6.66%, the hop-forward Tripel Hop series (Citra, Cashmere, and Krush using hops from Yakima Valley), and limited editions such as Barrel Aged, Imperial Blond, and Distilled varieties aged in bourbon and sherry barrels. The brewery also offers tap versions of its beers and visitor experiences at its Puurs-Sint-Amands facility in Belgium.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Duvel 6.66%: A accessible beer with typical Duvel punch, smooth taste, light aromatic character and refreshing fruitiness from six hop varieties. Available on tap.
• Duvel Tripel Hop Citra
• Duvel Tripel Hop Cashmere
• Duvel Tripel Hop Krush
• Duvel Barrel Aged
• Duvel Imperial Blond
• Duvel Distilled
• Firestone Walker Brewing Company
• Stone Brewing
• Duvel Collection

Products and services

• Duvel (8.5%) The original Duvel 8.5% is a natural Belgian blonde specialty beer with subtle bitterness, refined aroma, and pronounced hop character. Bottle refermentation and long maturation guarantee authentic style, delicate perlage, and pleasant alcoholic sweetness. Targeted at individual beer enthusiasts and on-premise consumers seeking a premium specialty Belgian ale.
• Duvel 6.66% An accessible Belgian specialty beer with typical Duvel punch, smooth taste, lightly aromatic and refreshingly fruity using the most refined hop varieties. Designed to combine the best of pils and specialty beer for a broader consumer base. Available on tap and in major supermarkets and beer retailers.
• Duvel Tripel Hop Citra Belgian specialty beer with Citra hops from Yakima Valley in Washington as the third hop variety, expressively aromatic with refreshing bitterness and citrus notes. Aimed at hop-forward craft beer consumers.
• Duvel Tripel Hop Cashmere Belgian specialty beer brewed with Cashmere hops as the third variety, delivering tropical notes of citrus, melon, and coconut, resulting in a silky, refreshing, and perfectly balanced beer.
• Duvel Tripel Hop Krush An intensely hoppy Belgian IPA with notes of exotic fruit, citrus, and a hint of pine resin, brewed with Krush hops from Yakima Valley, Washington, USA. 8.4% alcohol. Targeted at consumers seeking bold hop-forward Belgian IPAs.
• Duvel Barrel Aged Mexican Edición A powerful golden Duvel aged in tequila barrels from José Cuervo, combining brewing and distilling traditions. A limited-edition product for collectors and specialty beer enthusiasts.
• Duvel Imperial Blond Brewmasters' Selection Duvel Imperial Blond is a stronger, more robust Duvel variant — generous, round, and robust. Recognizably Duvel, but bolder than the original. Targeted at specialty beer enthusiasts.
• Duvel Distilled 2023 A Duvel distillate that rested for a full decade in carefully selected bourbon and sherry barrels, combining the best of brewing and distilling traditions. A limited-edition product aimed at collectors and connoisseurs.
• Duvel on Tap Draft version of the original Duvel 8.5%, using the same ingredients, brewing process, and carbonation in the glass as the bottled product. Available on tap in cafes, bars, and restaurants.

Quantifiable outcome

• Duvel 6.66% won a gold medal at the International Beer Challenge (UK), competing against over 518 beers from 40 countries.
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Firestone Walker Brewing CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2026Duvel Moortgat USA and Firestone Walker Brewing Company jointly acquired Stone Brewing and its California taprooms from Sapporo. Duvel plans to transition Stone's production to Firestone Walker facilities. Firestone Walker CEO Nick Firestone described Stone as 'one of the most iconic brands in American craft beer.'

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Russian River Brewing Company: Niche craft brewer known for wild/sour and Belgian-inspired ales. Comparable as a smaller craft player operating in the Belgian-style specialty segment that overlaps with Duvel's premium positioning.

Direct peers

• Firestone Walker Brewing Company: Paso Robles-based craft brewery and wholly-owned Duvel Moortgat subsidiary that operates as the US production platform alongside Stone Brewing. Directly comparable as a craft brewery within the same corporate group, sharing brands, channels, and operational footprint.
• Stone Brewing: Iconic US craft brewery recently acquired by Duvel Moortgat USA and Firestone Walker from Sapporo. Directly comparable as a craft-focused brand with strong on-premise/retail presence in California.
• Boston Beer Company: Public US craft brewer (Samuel Adams, Angry Orchard, Truly) with national distribution and a premium positioning model comparable to Duvel's specialty Belgian product lines.
• Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Independent US craft brewery with national distribution, hop-forward IPA portfolio, and on-premise taprooms. Comparable as a premium craft producer targeting similar consumer occasions.
• New Belgium Brewing: Fort Collins-based craft brewery (now part of Kirin) with national distribution. Comparable as a mission-driven craft brand competing for similar US on-premise and retail placement.
• Lagunitas Brewing Company: Heineken-owned craft brewery with a hop-forward portfolio. Comparable as a craft brand scaling within a multinational brewing group, mirroring Duvel's international craft ambitions.

Broad incumbents

• Anheuser-Busch InBev: World's largest brewer, owner of Goose Island and other acquired craft brands. Comparable as a broad incumbent expanding into Belgian-style and craft categories through M&A, competing for the same shelf and tap handles.
• Heineken N.V. Global brewer with strong specialty/craft portfolio (Lagunitas, Affligem). Comparable as an internationally distributed brewer building premium specialty positions to compete with Duvel in key markets.
• Carlsberg Group: European-headquartered global brewer with Belgian-style specialty brands (e.g., Grimbergen). Comparable as a major brewer seeking growth in the premium European beer category alongside Duvel.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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