Brewery Profile

Trumer Brewery

Berkeley’s beer scene is often associated with independent breweries, changing taps, and a strong local audience, but this stop has a more tightly defined identity. Since 2004, Trumer Brewery has served as the Berkeley sister brewery to the historic Trumer Brauerei in Salzburg, bringing an Austrian brewing lineage into a California craft setting. A visitor should expect a brewery centered on precision and consistency rather than a broad catalog of experimental releases. The main focus is Trumer Pils, a classic German-style Pilsner brewed for a crisp, clean lager profile and served fresh in the American market.

Travelers exploring beer in the Bay Area often look for contrast: hop-forward ales, neighborhood taprooms, small-batch releases, and examples of how European styles have been interpreted in California. Trumer fits that itinerary by offering the opposite of excess choice. Its appeal is in a narrow specialty, with the brewery’s identity built around one carefully maintained lager tradition. For visitors who have been sampling heavier, stronger, or more intensely flavored beers elsewhere in the region, a stop here offers a useful reset and a chance to focus on clarity, balance, and the details of a pale lager style.

Because specific visitor amenities are not confirmed here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, hours, and any available on-site experiences. It is also wise to check directly with the brewery before planning around tours, food service, reservations, or group visits, since those details can change and should not be assumed. What is clear is the core reason to visit: Trumer Brewery gives Berkeley beer travelers a direct connection to Salzburg brewing heritage through a California-made Pilsner served close to its source. For anyone building a beer-focused day in Berkeley, it works best as a focused stop rather than a place to chase a long tasting flight.

Bringing centuries of Austrian brewing tradition to the vibrant craft scene of Berkeley, Trumer Brewery masterfully fuses European heritage with Californian passion. Since 2004, this sister brewery to the historic Trumer Brauerei in Salzburg has specialized in one perfect pour: the Trumer Pils. They offer American drinkers a consistently fresh, classic German-style Pilsner that sets the standard for crisp, clean lagers.

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1404 4th St, Berkeley, California, 94710-1323

Phone: (510) 526-1160

Website: http://www.trumer-international.com

Hours: Mon - Tue: 4pm - 9pm Wed: 4pm - 10pm Thu: 4pm - 9pm Fri: 2pm - 9pm Sat: 10am - 9pm Sun: 10am - 8pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Trumer Brewery.

Beer Styles at Trumer Brewery

Trumer Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Pilsner. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Trumer Brewery located?
Trumer Brewery is located at 1404 4th St, Berkeley, California, 94710-1323. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Trumer Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Mon - Tue: 4pm - 9pm Wed: 4pm - 10pm Thu: 4pm - 9pm Fri: 2pm - 9pm Sat: 10am - 9pm Sun: 10am - 8pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Trumer Brewery?
Visit http://www.trumer-international.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.