The German beer market saw fluctuations in its volume from 2012 to 2022. Initially, from 2012 to 2017, the trend was largely downward, with annual variations reflecting minor increases and decreases: -1.47%, +0.27%, +0.71%, -0.54%, and -0.62%, respectively. In 2018, there was a brief increase of 2.65%, but this was followed by another decline of 2.55% in 2019. More substantial decreases were recorded in 2020 and 2021, at -6.56% and -1.71%, respectively. By 2022, the volume decreased slightly by -0.26%. Notably, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2018-2022) indicated an average annual decrease of -1.73%.
Future trends to watch for in the German beer market include:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards craft beers and non-alcoholic beer options.
- The impact of environmental and health-conscious purchasing decisions.
- Changes in the regulatory landscape affecting production and distribution.
- The influence of major global events and economic factors on consumer spending.
How does Germany rank in Beer Market Size Volume?
| # | 21 Countries | Liters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,778,400,000 | 2023 | -0.89% | -2.54% | |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 5,034,600,000 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 4,436,500,000 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 3,482,100,000 | 2023 | -1.17% | -1.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2,527,800,000 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.7% | View data |
