Key Market Indicators
**Bulgarian Alcoholic Drink Export to Hit $190 Million by 2028** Sofia, Bulgaria—The export value of Bulgarian alcoholic beverages is projected to rise to approximately $190 million by 2028, up from the current $177 million in 2023. This reflects an average annual growth rate of 1.1%. Since 2001, Bulgaria's supply of alcoholic drinks has been on an upward trajectory, with an average yearly increase of 0.7%. **Consumption Trends** In terms of consumption, Bulgaria saw a rise to 16,000 metric tons of alcoholic drinks in 2018, compared to 15,000 metric tons in 2017. This marks a notable increase in domestic consumption within a year.
