The United Kingdom leads the European cider and fruit wines production, holding a dominant 42.44% share, though it experienced a 3.86% decline in 2023. Germany, in second place, saw a moderate increase of 2.15%. Denmark and Portugal had notable growth, with Denmark’s production surging by 63.95% and Portugal’s increasing by 43.94%. In contrast, Poland and Italy faced declines of 9.2% and 0.73%, respectively. Over the last two years, Croatia and Bulgaria saw significant growth, while the growth trend in Norway and Serbia suggests a rising market potential.
Future trends to watch include the effect of changing consumer preferences towards healthier or lower-alcohol beverages, potential regulatory changes impacting production, and the influence of climate change on fruit harvests critical for cider production. Monitoring the evolving competitive landscape, novel flavor innovations, and sustainability practices will also be crucial for understanding market movements.
Top countries in Sold Production of Cider and Other Fruit Wines Share by Country (Liters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 42.44 | 2023 | +1.31% | -3.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.88 | 2023 | +1.53% | +2.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 7.28 | 2023 | +6.86% | +5.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 4.97 | 2023 | -0.11% | +1.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 2.83 | 2023 | +1.3% | +2.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 2.59 | 2023 | -0.24% | +63.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2.36 | 2023 | -11.18% | -9.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 1.98 | 2023 | +0.55% | +1.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 1.94 | 2023 | +2.1% | +0.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 1.41 | 2023 | +11.09% | +2.52% | View data |
