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Birra Ichnusa Lager Beer 330ml (4.7% ABV)

Name: Birra Ichnusa Lager Beer 330ml (4.7% ABV)
Brand: Ichnusa
SKU: 8006890624274
Price: 2.5 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Producer Ichnusa

Country Italy

Region Sardinia

ABV 4.70%

Tasting Notes

Fresh Bread, Floral Hops, Citrus and Crisp Finish

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More About Birra Ichnusa Lager Beer 330ml (4.7% ABV)

Birra Ichnusa is a classic Sardinian lager brewed in Italy since 1912, named after the ancient Greek word for Sardinia, “Ichnusa”. Produced in the city of Assemini near Cagliari, it has become one of Italy’s most beloved regional beers thanks to its crisp, refreshing profile and Mediterranean character.

Pouring bright golden with a light white head, Ichnusa delivers a clean and balanced lager profile with gentle malt sweetness, subtle floral hop notes and a soft, dry finish. Smooth, easy-drinking and lightly bitter, it is designed for warm weather, long meals and relaxed drinking.

Brewed using water, barley malt, maize and hops, Birra Ichnusa has a slightly fuller body than many mainstream lagers while remaining highly refreshing and approachable. It is particularly popular across Sardinia, where it has developed a strong cultural identity and loyal following.

Best served ice cold, Ichnusa pairs especially well with pizza, seafood, grilled meats, cured meats and Mediterranean dishes. Its clean flavour and refreshing carbonation also make it an ideal all-round session lager.

A true Italian classic with strong regional heritage and broad appeal among lovers of European lager.

Available now at The Beerhive with UK delivery.

Meet the Producer, Ichnusa

Ichnusa

Style: Brewery

Ichnusa is Sardinia in lager form. Crisp, sunny, slightly rustic and usually best consumed somewhere warm with salty food and absolutely no urgent responsibilities afterwards.

The brewery dates back to 1912 and takes its name from the ancient Greek word for Sardinia, which already tells you how closely tied the whole thing is to the island itself. Even though Heineken owns the brand nowadays, Ichnusa still feels very local in identity. In Sardinia it’s less “beer brand” and more unofficial regional symbol.

The core lager is straightforward in the best possible way. Light malt, gentle bitterness, crisp finish, ridiculously easy to drink cold. Nothing complicated happening, but that’s sort of the point. It’s built for beaches, seafood, grilled meat and sitting outside for much longer than originally intended.

The unfiltered version has become especially popular recently and brings a bit more body and bready character while still keeping that clean refreshing Sardinian style underneath. Slightly hazy, softer texture, more flavour, still disappears frighteningly quickly.

Part of Ichnusa’s charm is that it doesn’t try too hard. No craft beer jargon, no triple dry-hopped nonsense, no pretending lager needs reinventing every six months. Just very solid Italian beer with loads of local pride attached to it.

Basically the sort of thing that tastes significantly better once there’s sunshine involved.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ – Birra Ichnusa

What type of beer is Birra Ichnusa?

Birra Ichnusa is an Italian pale lager brewed in Sardinia. It is known for its crisp, smooth and refreshing flavour profile.

What does Ichnusa taste like?

Ichnusa is light, clean and easy-drinking, with gentle malt sweetness, subtle floral bitterness and a dry, refreshing finish.

Where is Birra Ichnusa brewed?

Birra Ichnusa is brewed in Assemini near Cagliari in Sardinia, Italy.

What does “Ichnusa” mean?

“Ichnusa” is the ancient Greek name for Sardinia and reflects the beer’s strong Sardinian identity and heritage.

What food pairs well with Ichnusa?

Ichnusa works particularly well with pizza, seafood, grilled meats, antipasti and Mediterranean cuisine.

What ABV is Birra Ichnusa?

Birra Ichnusa is typically bottled at around 4.7% ABV depending on format and market.