Pages Authors Contact Imprint Privacy Policy RSS Feed Sitemap (EN) Posts by category Category: Beer Things are running well in Einbeck — thanks to Drink-IT An Emission-Free Future. Costs? Strategies? A new approach to sensory quality control At-home beer consumption in the second year of the pandemic Securing production subsidies for climate-neutral beer The sustainability puzzle at the Munich Hofbräuhaus Grain harvest 2021– difficult times for malting barley Keg sizes: The trends in the draft beer market Lager beer maintains drawing power AI Beer: Artificial intelligence brews beer Beer in South Korea – Diverse Market Situation Austria’s brewing industry takes stock of 2020 Beer trends – what direction should brewers take? The Beer industry in Australia – An Overview Industry survey on beer sales: Significant losses in 2020 Yeast management: Avoiding stress on the yeast How climate change affects malting barley Beer industry: hop production is on the rise – at least for now A portrait of the South African beer industry Do we need to rethink the craft beer market? Bock beer renaissance Japanese craft beer rises in a tough market The Japanese beer market Dark beer adds variety Trend für Helles ist ungebrochen Popularity of pale lager beer is uncontested News on the hops market: Demand is rising Curiosity about new flavors with a splash of modern zeitgeist: Landbier and Kellerbier varieties move into the fast lane Brewery trend: Fostering customer loyalty through community building Beer fever takes hold, sprouting beer festivals all over Europe Mixed beer drinks really in the fast lane Brut IPA: Bone-dry beers are the next big thing Chamamè IPA: One beer brings two countries together New pilsner generation makes a splash Barrel aging: the global trend in brewing Brewhouses: Global innovation drivers Major changes in the hops market – bittering hops vs. aroma hops Nonalcoholic beer pulls into the fast lane with no shame Beer apps: fun and value in one No longer a vision, it’s reality: artificial intelligence in the brewing industry Brazilian beers: plenty of exciting brews to experience Beer cocktails: new taste sensations for cocktail fans Non-alcoholic beer as a lifestyle product Brewers enjoy global success with collaboration beers The Strong Beer Festival heralds the start of Germany’s “fifth season” The Russian beer scene is booming Unusual brews that will really make you drop your jaw 7 top tips for homebrewers Mulled beer: The trendy alternative to mulled wine Stylish bars: the hottest beer temples in Europe Famous beer drinkers and their philosophies Uncomplicated with high drinkability: German beer styles in the global fast lane The contest for the world’s strongest beer Independent Brewers Association meeting: Family breweries bank on authenticity and regionality Holy brews Small-scale brewing: a homebrewer’s paradise Hops: a green gold rush Malt factories bank on flavor diversity Trend: The right glass for every beer New world champion beer sommelier crowned in Munich Craft beer in full swing: Every second German beer drinker has already gotten a taste Holla die Bierfee – simply enchanting! Beer and wine – an unusual liaison Themed Week Marketing: Achieving sales success with new marketing strategies Craft beer boom: beer varieties as diverse as their makers Themed week Product Safety: Consumer health is the top priority Themed Week Process Optimization: New technology to prevent cost explosion Themed Week Energy Efficiency: Greener breweries Craft beer that’s as fine as any champagne Themed Week Flexibility: Brewery giants shake up the craft beer market Isarkindl: Bavarian Brewing Culture Updated Themed week variety of tastes : Specialty beers from wooden barrels Camba Bavaria: Craft-beer pioneer with huge selection of beers Themed Week Resources: Yeast – A Wide Variety of Aromas for the Craft Beer Scene Comeback of regional specialty beers Offbeat beer creations from Tegernsee “Don Limone” Gets Newcomers off to a Flying Start Maibock – Tradition Meets Innovation Exploring fascinating flavor combinations Wanted: Beer champions International beer awards gain importance Something is brewing in home kettles American-Bavarian brewing power Sour beer – a forgotten beer style brought back to life Aroma Hops on the Rise Enjoyable Combinations Witbier—the White Beer Trend with a Difference New Star in the Craft Beer Sky Porter – Back from the Brink to Fashionable Drink Craft Beer to Complement Your Meal India Pale Ale – Probably the Most Important Style in the Craft Beer Scene Belgian beer added to world heritage list The Ladies Are Back When it Comes to Brewing Brewing Beer like Barack Obama From Jimson Weed to Oxblood Beer curiosities from across the brew-niverse Innovation and Fighting Spirit at the Brew Kettle How does beer get its color? What is ‘craft’ beer? The Soul of Beer Pleasure Revolution from a Can Amazing beer records Basic rules for beer tastings The 7 Most Senseless Beer Myths drinktec “sans frontières”! 500th anniversary this week: Germany´s Beer Purity Law Our (taste) experience at Meiningers International Craft Beer Award With Full Craft-Speed Ahead – Beer Bloggers Category: Beverage Marketing Labeling Machines: Complex Technology Creates Eye-Catching Packaging Alcohol consumption and the promotional tool “smart drinking” Bottling on demand: are personalized beverages a sure-fire hit? Marketing: Beverage industry trends set to take shape in 2019 Blockchain moving to the forefront Virtual reality and augmented reality: digitalization making inroads into the beverage industry Digitalization: opportunities for marketing in the beverage industry Content marketing: communicating on equal terms – even in the beverage industry Programmatic advertising shows real potential for the beverage industry Appealing to the right target group: Marketing in the beverage industry Lights, camera, action! Videos from the beverage industry on social media The beverage industry and sports marketing: a match made in heaven Sustainable packaging: quality, not quantity Clean label – a global trend on the rise Beverages on request – an exciting marketing challenge Smartly packaged thanks to printed electronic Art and marketing: A fascinating symbiosis Drink cans: Resealability is the next big thing Themed Week Marketing: Storytelling brings products and brand values to life Themed Week Product Safety: Impress consumers with packaging safety Themed Week Process Optimization: Merging marketing and technology Themed Week Energy Efficiency: Trend toward sustainability and regionality Social networks: A happy hunting ground for B2B marketing Themed Week Flexibility: Respond to Trends and Consumer Demands with Flexibility and Innovation Closures: Visual and functional designs as a purchasing incentive Themed week Flavor variety: Diversification as a marketing strategy Occasion-based design: Diverse range of possibilities for beverage marketing Themed Week Resources: Green Arguments for Organic Drinks Packaging Neuromarketing: Advertising that gets into your head Print to be free: Direct printing creates freedom for marketing The Trend Towards Veganism is also Changing what People Drink Category: Wine Further positive development for the wine market The German wine industry during the pandemic Climate change is forcing intelligent irrigation in wine growing Frizzante, secco and prosecco: What’s the difference? The impact of climate change on wine growing Technology used in red wine production Grape presses: Turning grapes into wine One bottle less – A report of German wine 2019 grape harvest in Europe Vermouth on the victory march Cider set for greater international success Dealcoholization of wine Glass bottles for wine… and the environment? Summer wines: light and fruity pleasure for warm days Organic wine: What does the market offer and what do consumers want? An insider’s look at the wine market: the latest developments in wine consumption habits Sparkling wines – A changing market Winegrowing technique saved by innovation Mulled wine market: more innovative than ever 2018 promises to be a good year for grape harvests Natural wine: nature as a trend Man vs machine: Harvesting machines in the winemaking industry Turning point for German wine: the new wine law Wine goes digital: Potential in the wine sector Drones: winegrowers’ airborne assistants Wine logistics: Today, organization and timing are paramount Consumer information on wine bottle labels – EU seeks standardization SIMEI@drinktec premiere marks record-setting year Sparkling wine and champagne see increasing popularity Light wines, powerful aromas! Wine: In vino veritas – but some misconceptions, too! Wine: Barrique – more than just flavor Themed week Product Safety: Wine – inspections are a must Themed Week Process Optimization: Industry 4.0 takes vineyards by storm Themed Week Energy Efficiency: Wine – Sustainability means quality, too Wine – Global consumption and trade on the rise Themed Week Flexibility: When it comes to wine, how much brand do consumers demand? Labels and the line between regulations and imagination: What it says is what’s inside, right? Themed week Flavor variety: No such thing as “no taste” with wine Themed Week Resources: PIWIs – The Grape Varieties of the Future? The wine market in Germany: A complex structure Modern Technology in Viticulture Put a cork in it Rum is the New Whiskey” Gin is still in “Shaken, not stirred!” The World of Wine Bloggers Introducing SIMEI@drinktec Category: Dairies & Liquid Food Water management in dairies Production batch size optimization Ensuring stronger supply chain management Competitive advantages thanks to innovative packaging technologies Essential hygiene considerations for storage tanks Dairy technologist training: Future requirements in the dairy industry The path to climate-neutral production The right air matters: using sterile air Plant milk in its many forms: Focus on sustainability and health aspects Not enough freight capacity or drivers: logistics problems facing the beverage industry Prioritizing accurate product labeling Production planning – squaring the circle Conserving resources – boosting efficiency: the order of the day Artificial intelligence on the rise: Automation advancing fast “Lactose-free” market demands progress from the dairy industry Resource efficiency as a strategy Industry 4.0: digitalization in the dairy industry The future of the dairy industry: A harder Brexit than expected is in the cards Dairy industry: Exciting market speculations for 2018 A day devoted to milk at drinktec Discovering, detecting, tracking: Industry 4.0 in dairies Themed Week Marketing: Dairies offering a wide range of products Themed Week Product Safety: Quality characteristic – Air Themed Week Process Optimization: Turning wastewater back into water Themed Week Energy Efficiency: Energy savings lead to reduced costs Valves – the devil is in the detail Themed Week Flexibility: In Dairies, Flexibility is Key Themed week Flavor variety: Product variations and innovations: The agony or pleasure of having to choose? Packaging also subject to trends! Operational energy management in dairy plants: To start with, measure diligently! Cleaning Food Tankers – a Job for Professionals in the Dairy Farming Industry Regional and sustainable milk: Marketing and reality Continuous Automation—Key to the Future The Cheese Derinding Robot Look-out: Sossna gets the overview at Sachsenmilch In the Cafeteria At the birth of a new technology A day dominated by meat Think out of the box The Greeks have got what it takes—A visit to Kri Kri Journey to Hünfeld Flotation plants: The magic solution for treating wastewater Conference tourism of the milk industry: Dairy Congress in Munich – or Trade Forum in Brussels? The milk year starts in Berlin Category: Non-Alcoholic Beverages Soft drinks in Mexico – Sweet and fizzy Sales decline for sparkling juice drinks Soft Drinks in China – Volume and Value Cold tea drinks on the rise Energy drink market in Thailand High-fiber beverages create new opportunities ‘Sober curious’ and other trends in the beverage industry Fruit juice industry is set to boast hot trends and explore new avenues in 2020 Mineral water producers criticized Non-alcoholic beers and mixed beer beverages in vogue Innovative tea creations are really stealing the limelight Coffee delights: A journey through the world of coffee Trend: Reduced sugar in soft drinks Trends: The non-alcoholic beverage industry in 2038 Plastic, the sustainable packaging – innovative solutions unwrap a competitive boost Personalized beverages: a must for the entire industry in the future? World’s first fruit juice sommelier training Matcha, the new healthy pick-me-up: powder with potential Drinking herbs and spices: Turmeric, basil and lavender create a real taste sensation Sugar tax on soft drinks: useful or a waste? Looking to the future: are insect drinks set to be the next big thing? The future of the beverage industry: Flexibility as a competitive factor Do you like coffee or smoothies? Or maybe you’d prefer some bone broth… Plastics: Where do bottles end up? Trend Barometer: What’s in store for the nonalcoholic beverage industry? The good old can: adaptable and timeless Curiosity creates new markets and products Color concepts for beverages: Appealing to both the eyes and the taste buds Themed Week Marketing: Demystifying the world of additives Canning: beyond beer Themed week Product Safety: Aseptic cold filling meets consumer demand Themed Week Process Optimization: Communication between machines – An opportunity for the alcohol-free beverage industry? Themed Week Energy Efficiency: Non-alcoholic beverages: Consumers want sustainability Are bioplastics the future? Themed Week Flexibility: Think outside the box and stay on the ball – packaging opens up opportunities Are non-alcoholic beverages surrounded by organic hype, too? Themed week Flavor variety: Niche Success on the Agenda for Soft Drinks Too Themed Week Resources: Not all water is alike Full of Ideas and Innovation — the Fruit Juice Industry Mineral Water Breaks All Records Sweet and Healthy – a Winning Combination Category: drinktec News drinktec supporting program — the extra something drinktec 2017: 99 Percent Visitor Approval The Indian beverage industry is booming – and so is drink technology India Interview with Petra Westphal on the change in drinktec’s project management team drinktec 2017 verdict: bigger and better than ever drinktec study shows: Post-fair business looks good Solution Directory and Innovation Guide: Smart orientation at drinktec Stars and World Champs – Awards for the best in the beverage industry Five days full of highlights — the drinktec 2017 events program Finale in Laos The last part has begun: Thailand and Laos The trip to the Philippines or A blog from off the beaten track 31 Countries Visited en Route to drinktec 2017 Important News for drinktec 2017 CBB 2016 – Final CBB – Day 3 The sun shines over CBB! CBB – Day 2 The final preparations for CBB 2016 are in full swing! Flowy on his way home… The adventures of Flowy! Day 1 of fdt Africa! The adventures of Flowy! First Stop… South Africa! Dain on Tour – The ultimative Munich visit, Part 4 Dain on Tour – The ultimative Munich visit, Part 3 Dain on Tour – The ultimative Munich visit, Part 2 Hola – drinktec on tour in the southern hemisphere Dain on Tour – The ultimative Munich visit, Part 1 The drinktec picture puzzle: In which country am I? (Part 2) On tour around the world with Flowy The China Roadshow has started Everything kiwi or what? We were in New Zealand! drinktec at BevExpo 2016 5 countries in 4 days in southern Africa—Unforgettable moments and impressions Get your ticket now: food & drink technology Africa 2016 Introducing Daniela Schellhorn Have you signed up for dti 2016? “Brewed in the USA” The drinktec picture puzzle: In which country am I? (Part 1) Attractive accompanying program at fdt Africa 2016 The “PETplanet Insider” China Road Show 2016 – powered by drinktec drinktec´s team spirit Christina Maier Introduces Herself Welcome to MMI Shanghai! Introducing Johannes Manger CHINA BREW CHINA BEVERAGE 2016 at one sight: Find all relevant information for CBB at the International Service Platform Welcome to MMI South Africa Markus Kosak Introduces Himself drinktec’s digital paper chase Welcome to MMI India drinktec in motion – Go with the flow! Introducing Petra Westphal Happy New Year! The drinktec family of events — worldwide Into the future with the new key visual – the “Flow” moves on Welcome to the drinktec Blog! Category: Cross-Industry Sustainable cap connections in the beverage industry The Harder the Seltzer, …. New Alcopops or New Drink Trends? The digital transformation in the beverage industry Keeping an eye on bottling systems with the smartwatch Great potential for innovative beverage cartons Reduced-volume bottle cases Lockdown: Effects on beverage wholesalers Healthy beverages for physical and mental well-being Modern water treatment will grow in importance for residue-free fresh water in the future Four winners – digital solutions for the beverage industry The Philippines drinks market The Indian spirits industry The potential of sustainable packaging The primary focus of sustainability in beverage production: saving resources and energy Varied developments in the beverage industry Evolution of Australia’s beverage industry and its impact on PET use rPET: recycled PET bottles Globally rising water consumption is creating major challenges for the beverage industry Water management: recycling and treatment The rum market has a strong potential Artificial intelligence is making its presence known in the beverage industry Corporate Social Responsibility: Companies with an obligation Sustainable packaging of the future Which beverage packaging would Greta choose? Now trending: Sustainable labels Yard management: the modern way of keeping organized company premises Modern labeling technology offers flexibility No end to the gin boom Beaded glass bottle reaches 50: The reusable glass bottle makes its comeback Focusing on supply-chain management – better safety, monitoring and quality Conserving water by the usage of wastewater Transport-container hygiene – how clean are food tanks? Valve technology in food production Plastic and sustainability – can the two be reconciled? Promotions give consumers that needed incentive Retail perspectives: Regionality and quality are a window of opportunity The digital food and drink of tomorrow Sustainability in the beverage trade: Reuse, individual service and well-informed customers are the winning recipe The Opportunities of Digitalization: E-Commerce in the Drinks Industry Tags spot check delivery note carbon dioxide ecological footprint emissions climate neutrality beer sommelier consumer quality management tasting Sensory evaluation digital delivery note mixed beer drinks FMCG pandemic beer consumption mixing system Soda beverage mixing brewery soft drink young adults Labeling system operating software ERP digitization enterprise resource planning cleaning media biofilm operating costs CIP hygiene hygiene concept healthy diet Sustainable labels Labeling solutions Vegan labels Bottle label beverage manufacturers consumable materials sustainable production logistics trade document Brewers Brand Building Packaging Technology Digital Marketing European Market Automation Process Optimization Dairy Industry Labeling Specialist Retailer Digitalization PET Bottles Water Wine Making Wine Market Fruit Juice Industry Production Sustainability Ingredients South African Market Chinese Market Home Brew Beer Water management empty bottle inspection filling plant teachable machine bottling plant deep learning Sensorik cleaning technology machine learning in production innovative cleaning self-learning program Spirits Non Alcoholic Beverage Industry Hops Non-alcoholic beer Artificial Intelligence Brewing Industry Innovative Ideas Home & Craft Indian Market Craft Beer