In this issue we publish a scientific description of typical alcoholic beverages in the Abruzzo region, which are derived from ancient recipes and prepared without preservatives or colouring agents.

In occasion of the Tutto Bevande conference, the relators examined the situation in terms of Italian and international trends, innovation and marketing for the beverage sector; Francesco Fantozzi analysed innovative processes for the energy development of spent grains in the brewing industry. We also publish the exhibition report on Ipack-Ima and the preview on Anuga Drinks shows.

For you, machines and equipment, new ingredient and products, containers and closures, the usual appointment with laws, news, and events for the sector.