Kauss Agricultural Brewery: Craft Excellence Between Tradition and Sustainability
The Kauss Agricultural Brewery, located in Piasco, in the heart of the province of Cuneo, represents a unique presence in the landscape of Italian microbreweries. Founded in 2012 by Diego Botta, Ivan Lodini, and Luigi Cagioni, Kauss is based on an agricultural philosophy that combines direct cultivation of raw materials with artisanal production, thus ensuring an authentic and deep connection with the Piedmont territory.
What makes Kauss particularly distinctive is the choice to cultivate barley, rye, wheat, and hops in-house, following strict organic methods and aiming for complete agricultural self-sufficiency for years. This approach not only guarantees the highest quality and traceability of the raw materials but also enhances the local land, characterized by an ideal climate for the growth of the plants needed for brewing.
Traditional Techniques and Environmental Care
Another feature that characterizes the Kauss Agricultural Brewery is open vat fermentation, an ancient technique that allows the creation of beers with complex and unique aromatic profiles. The fermentation, more vigorous and natural, gives the final product superior clarity and imparts a well-defined identity to each beer. During guided tours, this process also becomes a fascinating visual experience for enthusiasts who want to discover the secrets of production.
Among Kauss’s offerings stands out the '3841,' a beer dedicated to Monviso, created with local ingredients such as Piedmontese barley, pignulet corn, Ostana rye, and hops from the surrounding valleys. In addition to this, the brewery offers a wide and varied range, including:
- Blonde
- Red
- Double Malt
- White
- Nagoj
- Santa Kauss
- Servaja
Environmental sustainability is a key mission for Kauss. The spent grains resulting from the malted barley processing are recovered and delivered to small local farms, where they are used as animal feed. This process reduces waste and strengthens support for the local economy, placing the brewery within an effective circular economy network.
Kauss thus confirms itself as a reference point in the world of Piedmont craft beer, not only for the quality of its products but also for the care with which it enhances the territory. The organized guided tours and tastings represent a valuable opportunity for those who want to immerse themselves in the production process and appreciate all the passion that drives this agricultural brewery.
Furthermore, the collaboration with the BOP Consortium (Birra Origine Piemonte) highlights Kauss’s commitment to promoting local craft beer culture and supporting a short and sustainable supply chain capable of capturing the essence of Piedmont in every sip.
Located at Via Costigliole Saluzzo 2/A in Piasco, the Kauss Agricultural Brewery stands out for innovation linked to tradition, respect for nature, and the quality of beers that tell the richness and identity of a territory.
