The European cider industry employs the most people in the United Kingdom, followed by Sweden and Spain. As of 2023, significant year-on-year growth was observed in Denmark and Norway. While most other countries showed moderate increases, France, Lithuania, and Greece recorded declines, with Greece seeing the most substantial drop. The disparity in employment numbers across these countries illustrates differing levels of industry maturity and local market size.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued strong growth potential in Scandinavian countries due to increased consumer demand.
- The impact of changing consumer tastes and increasing popularity of cider as an alternative to beer and wine across Europe.
- Potential market shifts driven by innovations in cider production and wide adoption of sustainability practices.
- Influence of evolving European Union regulations on cider production and labeling.
Top countries in Cider Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 2,300 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 1,370 | 2023 | +11.3% | +7.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 764 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 238 | 2023 | -9.16% | -4.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 175 | 2023 | -2.23% | -1.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 105 | 2023 | +15.38% | +26.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 102 | 2023 | +8.51% | +3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 87 | 2023 | +3.57% | +4.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 21 | 2023 | +5% | +6.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 19 | 2023 | +11.76% | +22.1% | View data |
