In 2023, Germany led the European beer market with 19.75 liters, followed by the United Kingdom and Spain with 14.67 and 12.93 liters, respectively. Over the past two years, the market experienced slight contractions in key countries like Germany and Poland, with decreases of 2.54% and 1.83%, respectively. In contrast, countries like Spain and France saw increases of 1.95% and 1.7%, respectively. The five-year CAGR highlights subtle changes; Germany and the UK showed declines, whereas Spain and Italy had moderate growth.
Future trends in the European beer market include the increasing influence of craft beers, rising adoption of sustainable practices, and potential shifts in consumer preferences towards non-alcoholic variants. Monitoring these developments will be crucial for strategic positioning.
Top countries in Beer Market Size Volume Share by Country (Liters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.75 | 2023 | -0.89% | -2.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 14.67 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.93 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.15 | 2023 | -1.17% | -1.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.37 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.06 | 2023 | +3.99% | +0.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 5.38 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 4.49 | 2023 | +0.25% | -0.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.01 | 2023 | +1.85% | -0.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.46 | 2023 | -0.17% | -0.34% | View data |