Moretti

Moretti is a surname of Italian origin and is also used as the brand name of a well-known Italian beer. The surname is formed as a patronymic or diminutive, typically derived from the root More- or Moro, and ends with the common -etti suffix, a pattern seen in many Italian family names. It is found throughout Italy, with higher concentrations in the northern and central regions, and is borne by numerous individuals in the arts, sports, and business.

Birra Moretti is a brand of beer founded in Udine, in northeastern Italy, in 1859 by Luigi Moretti. The beer gained widespread popularity and, after a period of growth, was acquired by Heineken International in 1996. It is brewed in several Italian facilities and distributed internationally. The core product is Birra Moretti Originale, a pale lager, with other varieties such as Birra Moretti La Rossa marketed in different markets. The brand uses a distinctive label and has become associated with Italian dining and casual drinking.