Nigredo
Birrificio Italiano

In the beginning was darkness—a seductive darkness where the origin of all things found its meaning. Nigredo is the meeting point where the elements merge; where research becomes harmony, a vital spark, and courage.

It is born from the evolution of a historic BI beer, Negra.

Bottom-fermented, hopped with the methods and quantities typical of a Dark IPA, but using only German hops, especially Hallertauer Mittelfrüh.

This alone doesn't explain the intense and wonderful noble hop aromas this beer releases. In fact, Nigredo has a secret: part of the hops used has been previously roasted, resulting in an absolutely unique aromatic profile. This practice, previously unknown in the brewing world, was born at the Officina Alchemica in Limido Comasco, thanks to the constant curiosity and desire to experiment that drive us.

Nigredo is the alchemists' Black Work, the first phase of the alchemical process. In reality, alchemy was not just proto-chemistry, but also, and above all, a spiritual quest. Thus, Nigredo is the process that leads to the rediscovery of self-knowledge.

Nigredo is a powerful experience, suitable and dedicated to those seeking...