In 2023, the beer market volume in the Netherlands stood at 1.3746 billion liters. An examination of the market reveals a fluctuating trend over the past decade, with notable increases in 2014, 2017, and 2018, where year-on-year growth reached peaks of 5.76%, 11.33%, and 11.45% respectively. However, declines were observed in 2015 and 2016, with -1.14% and -1.15% respectively, and in 2019 and 2020 with -4.92% and -5.17% respectively. Conversely, recent years show modest gains, with a growth of 1.9% in 2022 and 1.85% in 2023.
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been relatively stable at 1.34%, reflecting a steady market with minor fluctuations. Forecast data predicts progressive growth: from 1.3993 billion liters in 2024 to 1.4956 billion liters by 2028, indicating an overall growth rate of 6.88% over five years.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in consumer preferences, the impact of environmental and health-conscious choices, and innovations within the brewing industry. Additionally, market dynamics driven by economic conditions and regulatory changes could also influence future growth patterns.