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Does Italy Drink a Lot of Alcohol? Separating Myth from Mediterranean Reality

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In 2023, Italy's total per capita alcohol consumption was lower than the European average, placing it among the countries with the lowest intake within the EU. This fact challenges the common assumption that does Italy drink a lot of alcohol. The truth is rooted in a unique and food-centric approach to drinking that contrasts with the binge culture found elsewhere.