Global Beer Consumption Per Capita by Country

In 2023, the Republic of the Congo leads global beer consumption per capita at 5.82 liters of pure alcohol, followed by Cambodia at 4.94 and Croatia at 4.79. Countries like Niue and Bosnia and Herzegovina also have significant per capita consumption, at 4.57 and 4.47 respectively. Notably, traditional beer markets like Canada (3.36 liters) and Switzerland (3.13 liters) remain moderate consumers. Conversely, countries such as Yemen (0.0099 liters) and Indonesia (0.06 liters) show minimal beer consumption, reflecting cultural or regulatory restrictions. Minimal year-on-year variation highlights a relatively stable trend in these consumption patterns. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) also indicates stability or slight growth in consumption in many regions.

Future trends to watch for include potential increases in beer consumption in emerging markets, driven by urbanization and changing consumer preferences. There is also a growing interest in craft and premium beer segments, which may alter per capita consumption patterns globally. Regulatory changes and economic conditions will continue to influence these trends.