The UK beer market volume has demonstrated significant fluctuations over the past decade. The market size peaked in 2013 at 1.4121 billion kilograms, followed by a gradual decline, reaching its lowest point in 2020 at 0.82569 billion kilograms, likely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It partially recovered in 2021 to 0.98028 billion kilograms but declined slightly to 0.9521 billion kilograms in 2023. The market's year-on-year variations have shown volatility with substantial dips and rebounds, showing a -1.44% decrease in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years has remained relatively flat at -0.56%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing consumer preference for premium and craft beers
- Potential impact of sustainability and health trends on beer consumption
- Influence of post-Brexit trade policies on import and export dynamics
- Continued recovery post-pandemic with a focus on in-house consumption and online sales channels
How does the United Kingdom rank in Beer Market Size Volume?
| # | 8 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 952,100,000 | 2023 | -1.44% | -0.56% | |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 947,470,000 | 2023 | +1.66% | +1.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 514,630,000 | 2023 | +4.78% | +0.053% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 478,760,000 | 2023 | +1.79% | +1.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 460,890,000 | 2023 | +2.42% | +0.97% | View data |
