What do you have on draught?
SPI-na — two syllables, stress on first.
When choosing a beer and wanting to know which beers are available on draught rather than in bottles.
'Alla spina' = on tap/draught. Italian bars typically have 2–4 beers on draught. Craft beer bars ('birrerie artigianali') may have 10–20. 'In bottiglia' = in bottles — an alternative if the draught selection is limited.
Una birra alla spina, media.
A medium draught beer.
'Media' = a standard medium pour, approximately 40cl
Avete birre artigianali locali?
Do you have local craft beers?
The Italian craft beer scene is producing excellent regional varieties
Una piccola alla spina.
A small draught beer.
'Piccola' = small glass, approximately 20–25cl — good for a quick drink
Italy's craft beer ('birra artigianale') movement exploded after 2000 and now produces world-class beers. Italian craft brewers have distinguished themselves with food-pairing beers and regional ingredient beers. The Veneto, Piedmont and Lazio regions lead the craft scene.