Beer Catania Festival 2025: Craft Beer Heaven

Sip Sicily: Must-Try Beers at Beer Catania Festival 2025

📍May 22–25, 2025 | Catania, Sicily

Calling all beer lovers, flavor chasers, and good vibe seekers—Beer Catania is back, and this year it’s bigger, bolder, and foamier than ever. From May 22 to 25, the heart of Sicily transforms into a buzzing hub of hops, music, and mouthwatering local eats. Whether you’re a seasoned craft connoisseur or just looking to sip your way through the Mediterranean, Beer Catania 2025 is your ticket to four days of authentic Sicilian soul in a glass.

🍺 More Than a Festival – It's a Beer-Lover's Paradise

Beer Catania isn’t your average festival—it’s a full-blown celebration of the art of craft beer, fueled by passion, community, and bold regional flavors. Picture this: over 50 Italian microbreweries pouring everything from rich stouts and crisp lagers to funky sours and IPAs that punch. Each brew tells a story of Sicily’s terroir and the brewers’ love for the craft.

With live music, food trucks slinging next-level street eats, sensory workshops, and chill DJ sets every night, you’re not just drinking—you’re living the lifestyle.

🗓️ The Daily Vibes – What's On Each Day

Thursday, May 22

The gates swing open at 5 PM, and the aromas of hops and Sicilian street food fill the air. Kick off your weekend with the official opening ceremony and a unique sensory lab experience at 6:30 PM to train your nose and palate. Stick around for the first sunset DJ set and soak in the city’s energy until last call at 1 AM.

Friday, May 23

Start your evening again at 5 PM with more pours and pairings. At 6 PM, join a curated tasting and food pairing workshop where you’ll discover how to match local dishes with your favorite brews. As night falls, the beats take over at 9 PM, leading you into another unforgettable Catania night.

Saturday, May 24

The weekend kicks into full swing with an early start at 11 AM. Taste your way through Sicily’s top brews, dive into a street food + beer fusion lunch, and join another round of the sensory lab at 4 PM. Once the sun sets, it’s back to dancing under the stars with a prime-time DJ set at 9 PM.

Sunday, May 25

We’re ending on a high note. Begin your day at 11 AM, and get ready for an epic final day of suds and sunshine. At noon, a guided tasting session takes you on a deep dive through specialty brews, followed by another sensory experience at 3 PM. The grand finale? A presentation of exclusive beers at 5 PM, before the final beats drop during the 8:30 PM DJ set.

🍺 Our Beer: What to Sip at Beer Catania 2025

Whether you're a seasoned hop hunter or a flavor-curious newbie, the Beer Catania tap list has something to make your taste buds sing. With more than 50 producers pouring hundreds of craft creations, it’s basically a paradise in a pint glass. To help you navigate this ocean of options, we’ve highlighted a handful of standout brews that’ll bring the vibes from your first sip to your last call.

🔥 BABYLON (Ascoli Piceno) – Rock 'n' Roll in a Pint

Babylon brews like they’re headlining a punk show. Their beers are bold, full of personality, and unapologetically fun.

• Panzer Keller: A bready, crisp unfiltered lager with that German beer-hall vibe.
• #Thuglife Bock: An amber beauty with sweet caramel and a rebellious spirit.
• Mr. Carlo Session IPA: Light-bodied, citrusy, made to crush all afternoon.
• Another Fucking IPA: Piney West Coast-style IPA that proudly owns its cliché.
• Bandit Saison: Farmhouse funk meets spicy elegance.
• Erasmus Tropical Sour Fruit: Prickly pear and passionfruit in a tart, exotic sour bomb.

🌋 BIRRIFICIO DELL'ETNA (Sicily) – Brewing with Volcanic Soul

Etna’s beers are rooted in myth, made with Sicilian ingredients and storytelling power.

• Polyphemus: A Syrah grape beer that tastes like sparkling rosé with a beer backbone.
• Cyclope IPA: Big hops, Sicilian citrus twist. A balanced beast.
• Ephesto: Malty Dubbel with raisin and caramel notes—warms like lava flow.
• Prometheus: A stout with dark chocolate and Sicilian cocoa mystery.
• Juno: A light, citrusy Witbier with local flair.

🌰 BIRRIFICIO DEL VULTURE (Basilicata) – Smoked, Funked & Lucanian

Known for peated malts and local chestnuts, these beers bring unexpected complexity.

• Juan: A citrusy Session IPL with a refreshing snap.
• Gaddina Young: White IPA meets witbier in a grapefruit-spiced hybrid.
• Zimrr: Peated Doppelbock that whispers whisky while hugging you.
• Drinkstruction: Hoppy Saison with farmhouse spice and IPA attitude.
• Vienna Rauch: A smoky amber lager perfect with BBQ.
• The Pilsonagg: Grassy, clean Pilsner perfection.

🐝 BRUNO RIBADI (Terrasini, Sicily) – Sicily in a Glass

This creative brewery uses carob, ancient grains, and local fruits in beers that tell Sicilian stories.

• Bianca: A mandarin-kissed Blanche that’s light and floral.
• Spezial Ale: Malty ale infused with Sicilian raisins and carob.
• Tripel Barocco: A golden ale with dried figs and honey.
• IPA Siciliana: Bright, zesty, with a Mediterranean herbal finish.

🍇 BIRRERIA RIPOSTO (Catania) – From Farm to Foam

Crafting beer with Sicilian wheat, rice, and grapes—this brewpub is all about local pride.

• Birra Biancha: A fresh, citrus-forward Blanche with island sunshine.
• Senza Glutine: A clever rice-based gluten-free ale with bite.
• Italian Grape Ale: Nerello Mascalese wine must meets balanced bitterness.

🧪 BREWFIST (Lombardy) – Hop Heads Unite

From iconic IPAs to wild sours, Brewfist brings the heat with international punch.

• Spaceman IPA: Juicy, grapefruit-heavy, a modern Italian classic.
• X-Ray: A lush imperial porter with rich toffee and cocoa.
• Green Petrol: Black IPA bringing roast + resin.
• Watermelon Sour 01: Light, tart, juicy, and summer-perfect.

🌸 ONEI (Ragusa) – Wine, Honey & Wild Ideas

These brewers blur the line between mead, beer, and wine—and it’s magic.

• Syrah Rosé Ale: Sparkling wine meets beer in a pink, fruity wonder.
• Bee Bridge: A honey-kissed red ale with balance and soul.
• Mielefore: A delicate blonde with wildflower honey.
• Barrel-Aged IGA: If you find this, don’t walk—run.

🐺 BIRRIFICIO SABINO (Lazio) – Rustic Meets Refined

Sabino bridges wild fermentation and classic style with elegance.

• Accià IPA: Balanced, tropical, copper-hued hop beauty.
• Sabino Stout: Roasty, smooth, chocolate-espresso warmth.
• La Volpe Rossa: Cabernet grape must ale with a funky tart edge.
• Bitter Inglese: A gentle, biscuity British-style ale.

🐻 ORSO VERDE (Lombardy) – Pub Classics, Perfected

This "Green Bear" sticks to style and nails it every time.

• BackDoor Bitter: Classic English bitter done right.
• Stout James: A creamy, roasty oatmeal stout.
• Lisa: An easy, bright Golden Ale.
• Reverend: A Belgian dark ale for slow sipping.

🍊 LAMETUS (Calabria) – Bold, Citrusy, Southern Vibes

New, passionate, and powered by Calabrian ingredients.

• Bergamot IPA: Earl Grey vibes in a light, hoppy package.
• Hoppy Saison: Zippy, peppery, lemony perfection.
• Sybaris Red: Rye-spiced amber with old-school soul.
• Calabrì: Strong Belgian-style ale with regional sweetness.

🌿 LA COMPAGNIA DEL FERMENTO (Etna) – Dialect, Depth & Discovery

Every beer is brewed with Sicilian ingredients and an Etna edge.

• Sperta: Blonde Ale with orange blossom honey.
• Mascarata: Smooth, ruby-red caramel ale.
• Janca: A soft, banana-y hefeweizen.
• Sciara: Earthy, smoky porter inspired by lava fields.
• Giniusa: Dry-hopped, crisp, and floral golden ale.

🍺 More Breweries = More Flavor

There’s so much more—Yblon, La Fucina, Li Patarnosci, Terre a Sud Est, Il Mastio, Lariano, OBS—each bringing dozens of unique, innovative, and regional brews that reflect the heart and soul of Italian craft beer.

Whether you're diving into a grape ale from Sicily, a piney DIPA from Molise, or a smoky doppelbock from Basilicata, Beer Catania 2025 is your backstage pass to Italy’s thriving, madly creative craft beer scene.

🍴 The Flavor-Fueled Food Area at Beer Catania 2025

If there’s one thing that pairs just as well with a crisp craft beer as good music and sunshine—it’s next-level street food. And at Beer Catania 2025, the Food Area isn’t just a break between tastings—it’s a full-blown flavor journey that celebrates the rich culinary soul of Sicily.

We’re talking authentic local dishes, top-tier producers, legendary chefs, and flavor combos designed to elevate every sip of beer you drink. Whether you’re craving something salty, smoky, fried, or sweet, this year’s line-up of food artisans is bringing the heat (and the history) to your plate.

🐖 Il Vecchio Carro – Porchetta Royalty from Caronia

Representing the proud hills of Nebrodi, Giuseppe Oriti’s porchetta di suino nero (black Nebrodi pig) is a certified national treasure. Named “Top Italian Food” and crowned best black pig cured meat in Italy, this porchetta is melt-in-your-mouth magic—crispy outside, tender inside, and absolutely perfect with a malty amber ale. A taste of tradition, straight from the Sanfratellano farm.

🍕 Bavetta – Today's Tavern, Catania’s Fried Pizza Masterpiece

Chef Marco Cannizzaro is turning heads and tastebuds with his wild obsession: fried pizza. He’s taking this street food staple to new heights, fusing old-school Sicilian flavors with bold, modern twists. Cheesy, crispy, and bubbling with goodness, it’s the perfect companion to a cold IPA or citrusy pale ale. Crunch into one and you’ll understand the hype.

🧇 Catania Waffles – Sweet, Soft, and Unforgettable

Light, fluffy, and dangerously delicious, Catania Waffles brings a sweet balance to all that savory indulgence. Smother yours in artisanal jams, silky creams, or fresh local fruit and you’ve got dessert goals. A killer pairing with fruity sours or dark chocolatey stouts—because even beer festivals need dessert done right.

🔥 From the Brigands – BBQ, But Make It Catania

It’s barbecue, but not as you know it. From the Brigands serves up fire-grilled dishes with Catania attitude—rich with local herbs, bold sauces, and smoky goodness that lingers long after the last bite. Think ribs, sausages, and skewers that demand a bold beer by their side.

🐟 Nebrodi Frying Shop – Fried Food with a Mission

Hailing from San Teodoro, this isn't just a food stall—it’s a passion project that promotes the culture and cuisine of the Nebrodi Mountains. Their iconic fried cones are overflowing with crunchy delights, from fresh veggies to seafood bites. Light yet rich, it’s street food that carries a story—and pairs beautifully with light lagers or pilsners.

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🎟️ Tickets & BeerCatania Card

You’ll need a BeerCatania Card to access the tastings and workshops. The card works like your personal passport to flavor—load it, sip with it, and keep it as a memento. Entry to the festival area is free, but tastings and food are paid with the card. 🎫 Buy yours now at: tickets.beercatania.it

💛 Why Beer Catania 2025 Is the Move

This festival isn’t about big brands or gimmicks—it’s about community, craftsmanship, and real culture. It’s where passionate brewers meet curious drinkers, where Sicilian roots meet global flavors, and where every pint feels like a new discovery.

So whether you're geeking out over fermentation methods, vibing to a late-night DJ set, or just soaking in the Mediterranean sun with a beer in hand—Beer Catania 2025 is your perfect spring escape.‍