Birrificio del Capo: the excellence of craft beer in the heart of Salento
Located in Tricase, in the province of Lecce, Birrificio del Capo stands out as a center of excellence in the Italian craft beer scene, particularly within the Apulian context. Founded in 2014 by Daniele Rizzo, this microbrewery has successfully combined American brewing tradition with an authentic enhancement of the Salento territory, essential for creating its beers with a unique character.
Production is based on carefully selected ingredients, among which the local Concerto variety barley, grown directly in Salento, stands out. This choice highlights the connection with the territory and ensures a final product that speaks the language of its land of origin, helping to create a strong and recognizable identity.
The beers of Birrificio del Capo: a journey through authentic and innovative flavors
The range of beers offered by Birrificio del Capo consists of three distinctive labels, each with well-defined characteristics designed to satisfy lovers of different facets of the craft world:
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Bionda del Capo: an American Pale Ale with a straw-yellow color and golden reflections. This beer stands out for its intense aroma, combining spicy and fruity notes with the herbal scent typical of American hops, which elegantly balance its pronounced and pleasant bitterness.
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Rossa del Capo: an authentic American Amber Ale that wins over with a full and flavorful mouthfeel. It has a dense and compact foam and is characterized by warm caramel hints intertwined with a clean, dry bitter finish, perfect for those who enjoy intense but balanced flavors.
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Bruna del Capo: a unique Spice/Herb/Vegetable Ale with creamy hazelnut-colored foam and an aromatic profile ranging from fruity to toasted malts, evoking flavors from caramel to chocolate. Enhancing this beer are Goji berries, which provide a harmonious smoothness and a distinctive aftertaste, making it an original and relaxing tasting experience.
Each beer is born from a production process that combines artisanal passion and attention to quality, maximizing every detail from the choice of raw materials to the care in fermentation and bottling. This approach guarantees an authentic product capable of telling stories of territory and innovation.
Birrificio del Capo is not only a production site but also a welcoming space where visitors can discover up close the different stages of the brewing process and directly savor the quality of its beers. It is located at Via Tempio 24 in Tricase, in the heart of Salento, ready to welcome enthusiasts and curious visitors. For those wishing to arrange a visit or obtain more information, a direct phone contact and a dedicated email address are available.
