Basilisca Brewery: Craft Excellence in the Heart of Potenza
Basilisca Brewery, located at Viale del Basento 118 in Potenza, is a craft microbrewery that represents one of the most authentic and appreciated realities in the Lucanian beer scene. Founded in 2018 by Michele Ricotta and Giancarlo Corallo, the brewery stands out for its production of top-fermented beers, the result of the expert experience of Luciano Corallo, a master brewer with deep knowledge of hoppy styles.
Basilisca Brewery’s production philosophy is based on a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, aiming to create beers with a unique character, capable of winning over both local enthusiasts and a broader audience. Attention to detail and artisanal care are evident at every stage of the production process, thanks to a plant with a capacity of 2.5 hectoliters and a cellar of 4.5 hectoliters, ensuring an annual production of about 45 hectoliters. This limited scale allows strict quality control, prioritizing the authenticity and personality of the beers.
A Range of Beers That Tells of Passion and Tradition
In Basilisca Brewery’s permanent catalog, several beers stand out that strongly express the founders’ passion and their stylistic research:
- Amber Ale: a beer with an amber color and a balanced aromatic profile, perfect for those who enjoy mild and rounded flavors.
- American IPA: a beer with an intense hoppy aroma, bitter yet fresh, ideal for those seeking a beverage with a strong character.
- Black IPA: a complex style that mixes the typical bitterness of IPAs with the toasted and slightly smoky notes of dark malts. This beer is a true balance between intense flavor and drinkability, recommended paired with barbecue sauce burgers or richly flavored red meats.
- Saison: inspired by Belgian tradition, this beer stands out for its spicy and citrus notes, making it a refined and refreshing choice.
Every beer produced by Basilisca is born from a passion for the craft and a desire to offer a product that tells the story and territory of Potenza and Basilicata. The great attention to raw materials and the production process allows the creation of complex beers, capable of expressing personality and identity, aimed at an audience that appreciates quality and authenticity.
Basilisca Brewery is not just a place of production, but a true point of reference for craft beer lovers throughout the region, a symbol of the movement that is increasingly enhancing the Italian brewing culture with local and genuine products.
