Elba Beer: the heart of island craftsmanship
In the picturesque setting of Portoferraio, at Via Manganaro 146, Elba Beer was born, a microbrewery that has become a benchmark for craft beer enthusiasts in Italy. Founded in 2007 by Marina Zuffi and Stefano Sternini, the brewery took its first steps in Rio Marina with a small Brew Pub, where passion and quality quickly won over the local audience.
Over time and with increasing demand, Elba Beer moved to its new location in Portoferraio, expanding its production capacity and consolidating its presence in the national beer scene. Here, head brewer Valerio Tamagno leads the production with an approach that combines tradition and innovation, drawing inspiration from the most renowned brewing techniques of Belgium, Germany, Great Britain, and the United States.
A range of beers that tells the story of Elba
Elba Beer’s brews are a sensory journey through authentic aromas and flavors, deeply connected to the territory and its raw materials. Among the most famous labels, you can find:
- MaestrAle: a balanced and drinkable Golden Ale, perfect for those who love light yet complex beers.
- Ripa Bianca: a Blanche with a fresh and spicy character, inspired by Belgian tradition.
- Octopus: an intense and enveloping Belgian Ale.
- EPA (American Pale Ale): a tribute to American beers, rich in citrusy and resinous notes.
- Caldarrosta: a specialty that uses local chestnuts, capable of conveying the full essence of island nature.
- Nipotta: a pale beer flavored with Nepitella, a wild herb typical of Elba, adding a unique and original touch.
This combination of styles and local ingredients highlights the brewery’s focus on quality, innovation, and valorizations of the territory.
Craft quality and respect for traditions
Elba Beer stands out for the exclusive use of selected raw materials and for producing unfiltered and unpasteurized beers, a choice that preserves their aromas and taste unaltered. The production philosophy is based on meticulous care in every phase, successfully combining traditional techniques with experimentation and collaborations with other local entities to create special brews and limited editions.
The brewery is not just a production site but a true cultural reference point for the local community and craft beer lovers, also thanks to events organized throughout the year. Among these, the Summer Beer Fest is an unmissable occasion to discover the brewery’s beers and experience an engaging atmosphere filled with tastings, music, and sharing.
Elba Beer is therefore a concrete example of how passion for beer can blend with tradition and respect for the territory, offering authentic tasting experiences to anyone wanting to discover the best of Italian craft production.
