ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF PACKAGING MATERIAL ON BEER QUALITY INDICATORS

Keywords: Physicochemical analysis methods, titrated beer acidity, foam stability, oxidation-reduction potential, brewing, PET packaging, biotechnology of low-alcohol beverages

Abstract

The article presents the results of a study on the influence of packaging materials (glass, plastic, metal) on the physicochemical quality indicators of pale beer produced by three manufacturers: PJSC "Obolon" ("Okhtyrske Svitle"), PJSC "Carlsberg Ukraine" ("Lvivske 1715"), and LLC "Persha Pryvatna Brovarnia" ("Zakarpatske Oryhinalne"). The study aimed to determine the optimal packaging material for beer storage that ensures the best characteristics of the beverage throughout its shelf life. Analytical methods were used to assess changes in the key quality indicators of beer. Transparency and color parameters were evaluated using a photocolorimetric method, total acidity was determined by the titrimetric method, and density was measured by the hydrometric method. The redox potential of beer was assessed using the I–160MI ion meter. The research was conducted under standardized conditions, which allowed for an objective evaluation of the impact of packaging material on beer quality during storage. The analysis of the obtained data indicates that glass containers are the optimal choice for beer storage. They ensure the stability of the main physicochemical indicators, including foam formation, redox balance, and the preservation of the beverage’s antioxidant properties. Glass packaging also prevents interactions between the container material and beer components, which is crucial for maintaining the organoleptic properties of the drink. Based on the research findings, metal packaging can be considered a viable alternative to glass, offering certain advantages. It effectively protects beer from photochemical changes and helps retain carbon dioxide better, which positively influences foam formation. However, the elevated pH values and titrated acidity of "Zakarpatske Oryhinalne" beer in a metal can may indicate potential interactions between the beverage components and the packaging surface. This could affect the chemical composition of the drink and requires further investigation. PET bottles were found to be the least suitable for beer storage. They allow oxygen and light penetration, which accelerates oxidation processes, alters the color of the beverage, and degrades its organoleptic properties and overall quality. Additionally, PET packaging leads to a faster loss of carbon dioxide, negatively impacting foam stability. The obtained results confirm the need to strengthen requirements for the storage duration and sales conditions of beer in PET packaging. This will help minimize losses in taste and beneficial properties of the beverage and preserve its quality throughout the entire shelf life.

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Published
2025-03-31
How to Cite
Ivchenko, V. D., Inshyna, N. M., Shvets, O. G., Ponomarova, L. M., Bolshanina, S. B., & Myronenko, V. O. (2025). ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF PACKAGING MATERIAL ON BEER QUALITY INDICATORS. Bulletin of Sumy National Agrarian University. The Series: Mechanization and Automation of Production Processes, (1 (59), 32-38. https://doi.org/10.32782/msnau.2025.1.5