Key Market Indicators
Suriname's consumption of alcoholic beverages is projected to reach approximately 3,350 metric tons by 2028, up from 3,000 metric tons in 2023. This marks an average annual growth rate of 1.6%. Since 2019, the demand for alcoholic drinks in Suriname has remained steady, with no significant changes. In 2023, Suriname ranked 103rd in global consumption, with Rwanda surpassing it at 3,000 metric tons. Leading the rankings were India, Japan, and Russia, occupying the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively. On the export front, Suriname saw a dramatic increase in alcoholic beverage exports, reaching $1.4 million in 2018, a significant jump from $62,800 in 2017. This represents a whopping 2,130% increase compared to the previous year. However, it's worth noting that since 1999, Suriname's supply of alcoholic beverages has decreased by an average of 41.6% annually.
