Our legend
Behind every legendary beer is a great legend.
Where does Dive Bär come from?
The Dive Bär legend
Once upon a time, a very patient bear with a great fondness for food sat waiting for his favourite fish at the edge of a cold stream. He waited for a long time when suddenly he thought he saw something sparkling at the bottom of the stream. Without giving it a second thought, he dived in. But instead of his favourite fish, what he found in the deep and chilly waters were thousands of bottles of sparkling ales.
The bear soon needed to return to the surface, disappointed not to have caught any fish, when he heard a soft and reassuring voice suggesting that he taste one of the bottles. Being the curious bear that he was, he took one and after savouring it, he felt his senses awakened as never before.
What a delight! What a marvel! He smacked his lips.
The voice then said to him: “Return to the land or stay here among these wonderful beers, the choice is yours. But know that if you stay, you will be transformed forever and can never return to your ordinary bear life.
Despite his love for the forest and the wide open spaces, the bear knew that he could not do without these delicious beers. He chose to stay and was transformed into Dive Bär, whose legend has just been recounted.
From 20 liters to 200 liters
The beginnings of Dive Bär
Founded in January 2016, Dive Bär craft brewery is the story of two beer fans from North America—Unitedstatesian Jonathon Klassen and Canadian David Shotlander—who met in Switzerland.
From their beer-brewing beginnings in Jon’s kitchen, they moved operations to a nearby garage and then to their last brewery on Rue de la Combe in Gland. Today, they are looking to the future…
200 liters to infinity… Not quite
Today
Today, Jon and David want to share their passion with craft beer fans from near and far. Based in Gland, they favour a local approach by favoring partnerships with local producers. They build strong relationships with local residents and participate in the Gland Weekly Market (every Wednesday during the summer months, from 4 to 8 pm).
In August 2022, Dive Bär Gland Gare Sud will open its doors, right next to the train station: their tap room will welcome you for on-the-spot enjoyment of beers and good food, in a warm and family-friendly atmosphere.
Dive Bär is born
Litres of beer brewed to date
Different beers brewed so far
Taps at the Dive Bär Gland Gare Sud
The Dive Bär Crew
Two brewers, one dream
The origin of the best craft breweries: two enthusiasts, one kitchen, no limits.
Jonathon Klassen
Brewer and “Numbers guy”
David Shotlander
Brewer and “Marketing Guy”
From 2016 to today
Milestones
From a kitchen experience to a beloved brand.
