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Polyphenols and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) are diet-derived bioactive compounds with distinct yet complementary health benefits. Polyphenols exert strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, whereas GABA serves as an inhibitory neurotransmi...

Second-grade watermelons are a lycopene-rich by-product currently discarded despite their potential for valorization. This study aimed to develop a consumer-accepted alcoholic liqueur by alcoholic maceration of watermelon pulp, optimizing the formula...

This study investigates the impact of wood origin and the geometry of barrel alternatives on the extraction of volatile compounds and total ellagitannins during the aging of tsipouro, a traditional Greek spirit. French, American, and Greek oak, along...

Kombucha is gaining global recognition for its potential health benefits. While traditionally made from sweetened tea, researchers are increasingly exploring local ingredients and agricultural byproducts as alternative substrates for SCOBY fermentati...

Yerba mate is a popular infusion originating in South America (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay). The leaves and shoots of the Paraguayan holly (Ilex paraguariensis A.St.-Hil.), which are used to prepare the drink, contain numerous macro- and...

Plant-based milk alternatives (PBMA) have emerged as popular substitutes for cow milk, driven by health, environmental, and ethical considerations. However, their ability to replicate the sensory and physicochemical properties of dairy remains a crit...

Wine is the world’s leading alcoholic beverage, with Greece having a centuries-old history of winemaking processes. A common practice among winemakers is the addition of herbs and plants to wine, which is believed to increase its antioxidant capacity...

Barley wine is one of the most chemically complex and historically significant beer styles, yet its molecular composition remains largely unknown. This study aims to create the first detailed molecular framework for understanding the chemical diversi...

An increasing trend toward alternative methods in grapevine protection is evident, diverging from conventional chemical approaches. Biostimulants, such as chitosan hydrochloride, are compounds able to elicit the synthesis of plants’ metabolites...

New England India Pale Ales (NEIPAs) are characterized by their hazy appearance and intense hop-derived aroma. These characteristics are central to their consumer appeal and market identity, yet the chemical drivers of these qualities remain poorly d...