Topvar
Topvar is a Slovak beer brand originally founded in Topoľčany in 1957. It is currently part of the Plzeňský Prazdroj Slovensko a.s. portfolio, which is owned by the Japanese-headquartered Asahi Group Holdings.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Slovakia
HQ City
Topoľčany
Founded
1957
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
TYO
Tax Domicile
JP
Ultimate Parent
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1957
Brand founded
Topvar brewery was established in Topoľčany, Slovakia.
2007
Acquisition by SABMiller
Topvar was acquired by SABMiller and merged with Pivovar Šariš.
2017
Acquisition by Asahi
Asahi Group Holdings acquired the Central and Eastern European business of SABMiller, including Topvar.