Key Market Indicators
Irish demand for imported beverages is set to reach $1.1 billion by 2026, up from $1.1 billion in 2021. On average, Irish demand has increased 0.9% year-on-year since 1997. In 2021, the country ranked 23rd in terms of imports; the United Arab Emirates overtook it with imports worth $1.1 billion. The United Kingdom, Germany and China respectively were 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking. Irish exports of alcoholic drinks are set to reach $1.9 billion by 2026, up from $1.7 billion in 2021. Year-on-year, Irish supply has increased by an average of 1.3% since 1997. Sales of beverages in Ireland are set to reach $10.4 billion by 2026, up from $9.8 billion in 2021. Year-on-year, Irish market growth has averaged 0.9% since 1995. In 2021, the country ranked 25th in terms of sales; Chile overtook it with sales of $9.8 billion. Japan, Germany and the United Kingdom respectively were 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking.
