The United Arab Emirates' beer consumption per capita is projected to decline slightly from 0.17 liters of pure alcohol in 2024 to 0.14 liters in 2028. This forecasted data indicates a consistent downward trend with year-on-year variations: a -5.88% from 2024 to 2025, 0% from 2025 to 2026, -6.25% from 2026 to 2027, and -6.67% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -4.8%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in regulatory frameworks regarding alcohol consumption, changes in expatriate population demographics, and evolving societal attitudes towards alcohol. Monitoring these factors will provide insights into whether this downward trend will continue or stabilize in the long run.
