Gambrinus Collection

Step back in time to the Historical Caffè Gambrinus in Naples, Campania, Italy, a legendary establishment steeped in history and tradition

Historical Caffe Gambrinus bar in Naples, Campania, Italy

Gambrinus Collection: King Gambrinus, the King of Beer

King Gambrinus, the King of Beer
Antique illustration of a King Gambrinus, the King of Beer

Gambrinus

Gambrinus symbol, king and founder of beer brewing, riding on a barrel
Illustration from 19th century

Gambrinus Collection: Gambrinus, c. 1875. Creator: Makart, Hans (1840-1884)

Gambrinus, c. 1875. Creator: Makart, Hans (1840-1884)
Gambrinus, c. 1875. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

Gambrinus Collection: CARTOON: IMMIGRATION, 1877. Reform is Necessary in the Foreign Line. Cartoon by Thomas Nast

CARTOON: IMMIGRATION, 1877. Reform is Necessary in the Foreign Line. Cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1877, showing Uncle Sam explaining to German

Gambrinus Collection: PEACE JUBILEE, 1871. Float with King Gambrinus and his brewers at the procession

PEACE JUBILEE, 1871. Float with King Gambrinus and his brewers at the procession of the Grand German Peace Jubilee passing in front of Cty Hall, New York City, 10 April 1871

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Step back in time to the Historical Caffè Gambrinus in Naples, Campania, Italy, a legendary establishment steeped in history and tradition. This iconic bar pays homage to King Gambrinus, the mythical monarch believed to be the founder of beer brewing in Europe. With a regal touch, often depicted riding on a barrel, symbolizing his royal connection to the frothy beverage. The legend of King Gambrinus, also known as the King of Beer, dates back to the Middle Ages. This beloved figure has been immortalized in various illustrations, such as the one from 1880 by Hans Makart, showcasing the monarch's majesty and the importance of his brewing craft. As the years passed, King Gambrinus continued to inspire and influence popular culture. In the late 1800s, political cartoons like the one from 1877, "Reform is Necessary in the Foreign Line," used the King Gambrinus symbol to comment on immigration issues. During celebrations and festivities, the spirit of King Gambrinus lived on. In the 1871 Peace Jubilee procession, a float featuring the king and his brewers proudly joined the parade, symbolizing unity, peace, and the enduring love for beer brewing.