1. Peroni Nastro Azzurro Beer
This article is about Peroni Beer(Nastro Azzurro). It’s fascinating that one can try various beverages from around the world at affordable prices in supermarkets these days, and I find it incredible that I can review them.
The product, Peroni, sounded Italian from the get-go. It comes in white packaging with the words PERONI and NASTRO AZZURRO in red. Below that, the word ITALIANA indicates its Italian origin, followed by CON MAIS, which means “with corn” in Italian.
From this, it’s clear that it’s an Italian product made with corn and barley malt, and the inscription of 1846 suggests it has a history of over 200 years. Peroni Beer(Nastro Azzurro) is a pale lager with an alcohol content of 5.0%, and it comes in a 500ml volume.
2. Peroni Stroy
1) Peroni Brewery
The Peroni Brewery was founded in 1846 by Francesco Peroni in the village of Vigevano in northern Italy, initially called Birra Peroni. Its ideal climate, abundant glacier water, and unique recipes contributed to the production of tasty beer, gaining immense popularity.
In 1864, as its popularity grew, a second brewery was established in Rome, and eight years later, the company moved its headquarters there. By the 1930s, it had become the largest brewery in Italy.
In 1933, the blue ribbon became the symbol of the brewery, and significant growth followed in the 1950s due to urban densification in Rome. This period marked its status as the true national beer of Italy.
Later, it was part of SABMiller before being sold to avoid monopoly concerns. In 2016, it was sold to Japan’s Asahi and is now managed by Asahi’s European subsidiary, alongside Pilsner Urquell and Grolsch.
2) Tasting Notes
Peroni beer has a light and bright color, with excellent foam retention, enhancing its flavor. The carbonation is noticeable, providing a refreshing experience, though it may cause some bloating.
The malt and hops aromas are not overpowering, making it pleasant to drink.
The finish is dry and clean, attributed to the inclusion of cornmeal, giving it a clean feel. A comparable beer in taste and ingredients was Tsingtao, which uses rice as an adjunct.
3) Product Information
Product Name: Peroni Beer (Nastro Azzurro)
Type of Food: Beer
Manufacturer: BIRRA PERONI S.R.L
Origin: Italy
Ingredients: Purified water, malt, corn, hop pellets, hop extract
Alcohol and Volume: 5.0%, 500ml
3. Overall Review
In summary, Peroni Beer is a refreshing, nutty, and clean-tasting pale lager. While there’s a taste overlap with Tsingtao, pairing it with pizza makes for an optimal combination, reflecting its Italian heritage.
Being the top Italian beer in market share, it’s worth trying for those looking to experience Italian vibes without breaking the bank. Exploring different beers and their backgrounds revealed that many are subsidiaries of Japanese companies.