Alcoholic Drinks

Characterised by fruity flavours and lower alcohol content, cider/perry is gaining popularity in Kenya, especially among female and younger consumers who may be new to alcohol. Notable brands like Savannah Premium Dry Cider, Hunter’s Gold from Kenya…

Beer, as a product area, in Tunisia faced a significant downturn in 2023, marked by negative volume growth following a robust performance in the previous year. This decline can largely be attributed to substantial price increases across both on-trade…

Emerging flavoured non alcoholic beer in South Africa has been made popular and stimulated by Bavaria’s offering across a number of channels. Bavaria’s mango, apple, ginger lime and peach offer fruit-flavoured diversity in a space that is starting to…

In 2023, beer witnessed substantial decline in volume terms as the ongoing high inflationary conditions in Nigeria weakened consumer purchasing power. Beer unit prices rose significantly due to rising production costs caused by higher fuel costs and…

Retail volume sales of beer in Morocco registered dynamic growth due to several factors. Declining purchasing power prompted consumers to shy away from expensive wine and spirits, with many swapping to beer as it is considered cheaper. The…

Beer sales continued to record a healthy growth rate in 2019, with particularly dynamic performances seen in Nigeria and Cameroon. However, this has come to an abrupt halt in 2020, with the arrival of Coronavirus (COVID-19) resulting in a slump in…

Beer volume sales slowed considerably in Kenya over 2023 following two years of strong growth in the post-pandemic era. High inflation in the country continues to cut into disposable incomes, with beer consumers cutting back on consumption and…

Beer continued to lead the Egyptian market for alcoholic drinks in volume terms in 2023, as well as being a key of growth. Given its reasonable price, it remained the most affordable option for the average consumer, with prices typically ranging…

In 2023, beer in Cameroon faced significant challenges due to a substantial increase in costs. Malt prices surged by over 50%, corn grits by 35%, good-tasting alcohol by 18%, and energy costs by 16% compared to 2022. Brewers also faced hurdles as the…

In 2023, the beer market in Algeria registered moderate volume growth. This increase was supported by a rise in the number of inbound arrivals for both business and leisure, as well as natural population growth. Domestic mid-priced lager beers…

Inflation in Uganda has plummeted, reaching 3% in September 2023 from a peak of 11% in October 2022. This decline has led to decreasing commodity prices, notably in food and fuel, and marks the lowest rate in 15 months. As consumer spending power…

In 2023, alcoholic drinks presents a challenging landscape characterised by significant price increases and declining demand across major subcategories including beer, wine, and spirits. This decline is primarily attributed to the diminishing…

In 2023, alcoholic drinks in Tanzania has been facing significant shifts due to the steep rise in the cost of living. Many consumers have down-traded from premium to lower-priced brands to manage their budgets, while mid to higher-income individuals…

Total volume growth of alcoholic drinks in South Africa was significantly slower in 2023 compared to the previous year, as the country grappled with a period of high inflation. As a result, alcoholic drinks manufacturers experienced increased…

Poor economic conditions characterised by high inflation and lower purchasing power negatively impacted alcoholic drinks in Nigeria during 2023. Almost all categories saw volume declines except for spirits, which largely consists of economy spirits.…

Morocco’s economy has come under pressure in recent years, with drought causing issues for agriculture and reducing local wine production significantly in 2022. The war in Ukraine continued to leave its impact with energy and raw material prices…

Alcoholic drinks in Kenya is undergoing dynamic shifts, with spirits gaining popularity over beer in the current inflationary climate. Spirits, with their high alcoholic content, have set themselves apart in the market, offering consumers a…

In 2023, alcoholic drinks in Ghana is facing significant challenges due to exceptionally high inflation, which averaged above 40%. This economic strain has negatively impacted the overall performance of alcoholic drinks compared to 2022. Despite…

Alcoholic drinks is facing significant challenges amidst Ethiopia's economic turmoil in 2023, with inflation soaring at 30% driven by the global economic aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, local breweries have hiked wholesale beer…

The market for alcoholic drinks Egypt saw continued growth in volume terms in 2023, despite a difficult economic climate. All categories saw significant price increases, as unprecedented inflationary pressures took their toll on manufacturing costs.…