BAdeF: The Craft Brewery in the Heart of Franciacorta
In the picturesque territory of Franciacorta, in Rodengo Saiano, the BAdeF Craft Brewery was born, a reality that skillfully combines passion, tradition, and innovation in the world of craft beer. Founded in 2011 by Giordano Manessi and Sergio Assoni, BAdeF has its roots in homebrewing, a hobby that turned into a professional challenge capable of enhancing local excellences. The very name of the brewery, an acronym for Birrificio Artigianale della Franciacorta, emphasizes the strong connection with the territory and its brewing vocation.
BAdeF’s production philosophy aims to preserve the authentic flavors and natural aromas of the beers, thanks to a process that avoids filtrations and pasteurizations. This choice results in products with a unique character and high quality, where meticulous attention to raw materials plays a fundamental role.
The Beers and the Brew Pub: Unique Taste Experiences
BAdeF offers a varied range of craft beers that satisfy every kind of palate, spanning both top and bottom fermentations. Among its most appreciated creations are:
- Klara: a Bohemian Pilsner with a balanced and clean taste, perfect for those who love light yet characterful beers.
- Ghèba: a Bavarian Weizen that recalls German brewing traditions, with fruity notes and a smooth body.
- D’Ora: a Munich Helles with a delicate and enveloping flavor, balancing sweetness and bitterness.
- Arlisa: a Munich Dunkel with an intense aromatic profile, rich in roasted and caramel tones.
- Scarlatta: a Traditional Bock with a strong character and a complex structure.
The brewery also features a cozy Brew Pub where you can taste BAdeF’s production directly, immersed in an atmosphere that celebrates craft beer culture. The venue offers a varied menu, with local specialties such as boards of salami and cheeses, first and second courses, grilled meats, roasted pork knuckles, and beer ribs, perfect for pairing with the different beers.
For those wishing to take home a piece of Franciacorta, the beers are available in various formats: 50 cl bottles, 5-liter keg barrels with a drop tap, 20-liter PET tanks with bayonet fittings, and larger kegs of 10, 20, 25, and 30 liters, even with draft systems on deposit. Some labels are permanent, while others are produced seasonally, always ensuring freshness and variety.
BAdeF is an essential reference point for craft beer enthusiasts, who here can discover an authentic brewing offer capable of telling the story of the territory and its gastronomic excellence through every sip.