The European import of beer presents a varied landscape. As of 2023, the United Kingdom leads with a significant volume, while Ireland and the Netherlands also feature prominently. Belgium showed the most dynamic growth, up by 25.05%, followed by Austria and Croatia with notable increases of 12.5% and 22.77%, respectively. Conversely, Italy and Spain experienced declines, highlighting unique regional consumption patterns. Over the last five years, this market has seen fluctuations reflecting broader economic conditions and consumer trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impact of global trade agreements on beer imports.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards craft and specialty beers which may influence import volumes.
- Environmental and sustainability trends pushing for locally produced alternatives might reduce import reliance.
- Economic changes, such as inflation and currency fluctuations, affecting the competitiveness of imported beer pricing.
Top countries in Import of Beer by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 643,410,000 | 2023 | +3.37% | -0.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 602,930,000 | 2023 | +8.92% | +0.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 556,810,000 | 2023 | -0.13% | +11.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 347,460,000 | 2023 | +5.15% | +3.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 200,970,000 | 2023 | +3.42% | -4.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 197,830,000 | 2023 | +0.72% | -2.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 161,120,000 | 2023 | +5.17% | +6.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 119,330,000 | 2023 | -3.53% | -5.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 111,440,000 | 2023 | +19.52% | +12.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 102,110,000 | 2023 | +6.53% | +25.05% | View data |
