Gwape (a): n. Said in Savoyard patois of the one who drinks. A lot. From someone who is very thirsty!

A beer “made in Valmeinier”

Place of production of La Gwape beer in Valmeinier
Alban Pernet

Launched in December 2018, chis artisanal production was born thanks to the initiative of a couple of young brewers, Chloé and Adrien. They offer you 100% local beer.

Initially installed in Valmeinier Villages, the La Gwape micro-brewery has now taken its place in the heart of the Grand Panorama 2 residence. Access to the bar obviously remains open to the public.

Based on Valmeinier spring water, the "Gwape" are available in 4 recipes: blond (Mountain Pale-Ale), white (American wheat beer), amber (Amber Atale) and India Pale-ale (bitter beer) and a beer of the moment inspired by Chloé, the brewer!

Different beers from La Gwape
The Gwape
Adrien and Chloé, brewers in Valmeinier
Adrien and Chloé, brewers in Valmeinier
The Gwape

CHLOÉ AND ADRIEN, BREWERERS AND MANAGERS OF LA GWAPE MICRO-BREWERY

Chloe and Adrien's adventure began when they received a beer making kit, which sparked a new passion. Chloé has now been a professional brewer since 2018. With her companion Adrien, they decided to open a micro-brewery in Valmeinier in order to combine the pleasure of a bar and the technical mastery of brewing. Adrien is the bartender and Chloé is the couple's brewer. In France, there are around a hundred women brewers, including Chloé: a bright future for micro-breweries!
It uses Valmeinier water, pure mountain water, which is a guarantee of quality for beer.

All the beers, bottles and drafts are concocted in their brewpub in the old village.

Visiting the micro-brewery (summer 2024)

Vacationers talk about it best

A great time spent at La Gwape! A very pleasant welcome, clear explanations, tastings in a good mood. The beers are excellent. A visit to absolutely recommend!

Buckskin

Nice visit on Tuesday afternoon, remember to book early. Tasting of 5 draft beers, brewed by a woman who masters her subject! IPA is the best seller. Great time. To do.

David
Chloé, owner of the Gwape, during production
The Gwape
Adrien, owner of La Gwpae, serving glasses of draft beer
The Gwape

The bar

Come and taste the beers of La Gwape or drink a hot drink with family at the Grand Panorama 2 residence. Possibility of eating with aperitif boards,flamenkueches or even crepes.

Chloé and Adrien will be happy to explain the different beers to you and guide you in your choice of tasting depending on what you like.

Find out more about La Gwape

Find more information about the micro-brewery, the bar and the guided tour of La Gwape below.

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Micro-Brewery La Gwape

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