Alcoholic Drinks

In 2023, spirits in Estonia experienced a calmer year compared to previous ones. After the fluctuations during the pandemic, sales of spirits demonstrated a more stagnant performance. The product area took a breather, stabilising after the volatility…

In 2023, the frequency of spirits consumption in Croatia saw a notable increase, as social activities both in on-trade and off-trade settings began to resemble pre-pandemic patterns. Retailers observed a heightened demand for spirits, with products…

Total volume sales of spirits declined in Austria in 2023. Overall volume sales in spirits were helped by a positive performance in the on-trade, as consumers continued to return to bars and inns after the low water mark of the COVID-19 crisis.…

In 2023, an increasing number of well-known brands and cocktail mixes supported volume growth for RTDs in Romania. The development of cocktail culture in both the on-trade and home helped to widen the appeal of RTDs. Home consumption of traditional…

The RTDs category in Morocco continues to achieve extremely low sales in 2023, but also saw its volume sales fall further during the year. The category struggled throughout the review period, as the number of products on offer remained limited to two…

In Kenya, consumers especially in younger generations are drawn towards RTDs. Sales are increasing in the off-trade channel as consumers embrace outdoor drinking and enjoy outdoor activities such as road trips, camping etc. E-commerce has emerged as…

RTDs in Guatemala registered healthy volume growth in what is an increasingly popular alcoholic drink, with volume sales increasing by a fifth. RTDs drinks are mainly consumed by younger consumers of under 30 years-of-age, with their bright colourful…

RTDs in Estonia is the second largest in the Baltic states after Latvia, with Lithuania showing a different consumption pattern. Sales grew in 2023 as RTDs became a popular choice for consumers seeking a fizzy, low-alcohol alternative to beer or…

In 2023, spirits-based RTDs continued to dominate the Croatian market, bolstered by the popularity of well-known spirit brands that serve as the main ingredients for many of these RTDs. Notable brands include Smirnoff, Absolut vodka, Bacardi and…

RTDs saw volume sales rise in Austria in 2023. During the year, RTDs continued to benefit from a lasting shift to consuming alcoholic drinks at home, which is the environment in which such drinks are predominantly consumed. The reasons for this…

Cider/perry in Romania has equally felt the impact of price increases and the high cost of living in 2023, as in other categories. However, volume growth rose slightly in the off-trade and on-trade, reflecting the increasing number of consumers loyal…

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…

Cider/perry has a niche profile in Guatemala with it being sold mainly through modern retail channels, with only limited shelf space and visibility. Brands such as Arbor Mist, Eva and Wells have narrow portfolios of three to four flavours and have…

2023 saw a decline in cider/perry sales in Estonia. Although cider remains a popular beverage in foodservice during the summer, economic uncertainty in 2023 caused sales to suffer. Sweet options like Fizz and Kiss lost ground as consumers became more…

In 2023, cider and perry in Croatia continued their upward trajectory, surpassing 2019 volume sales in both the off-trade and on-trade channels. This resurgence was primarily driven by the return of open-air socialising, concerts, festivals, and…

Cider/perry saw volume sales stagnate in Austria in 2023. During the year, the category saw improved consumption in pubs and bars, as the on-trade channel continued to recover from the low point it experienced during the pandemic. However, this was…

Beer in Romania suffered further volume sales decline due to lower purchasing power. Inflation remained stubbornly high with increasing manufacturing costs driving up average prices of beer. The adverse weather during the all-important summer months…

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 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 be the most popular alcoholic drink in Guatemala and registered positive volume growth in 2023. It is a mature product, with a high degree of segmentation. Local mid-priced and economy beers dominate, with local brewery, Cervecería…