Carlsberg Laboratory

Carlsberg Laboratory is a research facility in the Carlsberg district dedicated to scientific study of beer production. The building housed departments focused on yeast cultivation, fermentation processes, and brewing techniques.

The laboratory was founded in 1875 and marked the beginning of scientific beer research in Denmark. Key discoveries were made here, including the identification of a specific yeast strain used for lager beer production.

The laboratory served as a meeting place where scientists and brewers worked side by side, sharing knowledge about fermentation. This collaboration shaped how beer was made in Copenhagen and beyond.

The building is located in the Carlsberg neighborhood and is relatively easy to reach on foot. Visitors should know this is a research facility, so access may be limited to certain times or tours.

The laboratory maintained an extensive yeast culture collection for more than a century, preserving hundreds of different strains for brewing and research. This collection became known worldwide among brewers and scientists.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Inception: 1875

Website: http://carlsberglab.dk

GPS coordinates: 55.66580,12.52840

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55