From Lakeside Dreams to Liquid Gold

Malaspina Brewing’s Bold Craft Revolution

In the misty embrace of Milan’s outskirts, where the San Felice neighbourhood hugs the shimmering Malaspina lake, a tale of brotherhood and bold brews unfolds. Founded in 2017, Malaspina Brewing Company isn’t just a brewery—it’s a love letter to community, poured one unpasteurized pint at a time. Brothers Francesco and Marco, lifelong residents of this watery haven, transformed their childhood playground into a hub of innovation, proving that great beer isn’t brewed in isolation but in the spirit of shared stories.

What began as a passion project for these Milanese siblings has blossomed into an independent craft powerhouse. With headquarters lakeside in Segrate, Malaspina rents state-of-the-art facilities from partner breweries across Lombardy—Birrificio Barona in Milan, Gimme More in Segrate, and Oltrepò in Pavia—ensuring meticulous oversight from grain to glass. Data-driven precision guides every batch, blending tradition with tech to craft beers that prioritise bevibilità: that elusive, effortless drinkability that turns a casual sip into an all-night affair.

At the heart of their lineup are unfiltered, unpasteurized craft beers that burst with vitality. Core styles draw from global inspirations—hazy IPAs, crisp lagers, and session ales—but Malaspina’s true alchemy shines in their Italian Grape Ales (IGA). Francesco, the master brewer and a wine aficionado with his own hillside vineyard, pioneered a proprietary method of infusing noble grapes into the ferment. The result? Ruby-hued elixirs like the award-winning Vino di Malaspina, which snagged national competition honours and a spot in the Slow Food Guide to Italian Beers. These aren’t gimmicks; they’re harmonious hybrids where malty depths meet vinous elegance, offering a refreshing twist on Italy’s beer scene.

Malaspina’s point of difference? It’s the soul-stirring fusion of worlds: wine’s sophistication meets beer’s camaraderie, all while championing sustainability and local roots. No pasteurisation means flavours as fresh as the lake breeze, and every brew fosters amicizia—friendship—echoing the brothers’ ethos that beer unites us.

Since 2025, their convivial taproom, Il Tondino, has anchored San Felice as a round-the-clock haven for tastings, events, and direct pours. Online, the Shop Malandrino delivers these gems nationwide, while distribution reaches discerning bars and bottle shops.

Raise a glass to Malaspina: where every pour ripples with Milanese magic. Dive deeper at malaspinabrewing.com—your next favourite ritual awaits.