what is the legal age to drink in italy

The legal drinking age in Italy is 18 years old. This means that if you are under 18, you are not allowed to purchase or consume alcohol in any public places, including bars, restaurants, and clubs. In 2012, Health Minister Renato Balduzzi enacted a number of changes related to alcohol policies that are still in effect today, including raising the legal drinking age in Italy from 16 to 18 years of age. It is also illegal to sell alcohol to anyone under 18 in a restaurant, bar, or shop in Italy. Serving alcohol to someone under the age of 16 is a criminal offense, punishable with a prison term of up to a year. However, its worth noting that in Italy, there is no legal minimum age for drinking alcohol at home.