Alcoholic Drinks

RTDs remain the top performer in alcoholic drinks, driven by strong consumer demand. Though a relatively small segment, RTDs are experiencing explosive growth, particularly among Generation Z. This demographic embraces innovative flavours, prompting…

Although the consumption of RTDs is still small in Colombia, this is the fastest growing category within alcoholic drinks in 2023. RTDs continue to draw the attention of younger adults, not only due to the lower alcohol content and sweeter flavours,…

Throughout the review period, spirit-based RTDs demonstrated robust growth in Denmark, fuelled by the introduction of new products and an evolving market landscape. Notably, popular brands like Smirnoff Ice, Breezer, and Shaker, alongside emerging…

RTDs represented the fastest growing area of alcoholic drinks in Egypt in volume terms in 2023, and as such, was a key driver of growth in the market as a whole. The category was subject to a particularly high level of innovation during the review…

RTDs represented the best-performing category within the Finnish alcoholic drinks market in 2023, supported by ongoing new product development, as players competed to offer consumers unique offerings. With the economic situation making Finns more…

RTDs saw a rise in total volume sales in Hungary in 2023. The category was more exposed than most as rapidly rising inflation led Hungarians to exercise greater caution in their spending decisions, as these products are comparatively expensive, and…

RTDs saw volume sales stagnate in Italy in 2023. Two main factors constrained the performance of RTDs in both the on-trade and off-trade channels during the final year of the review period. Significant price rises deterred consumers from purchasing…

Spirit-based RTDs was the most dynamic category within RTDs in Poland in 2023. Looking to capitalise on the growing demand for these products players continued to develop and launch new lines of RTDs in 2023. For example, in 2023 Jack Daniel's & Cola…

Total volume sales of RTDs in Switzerland recorded strong growth in 2023, albeit slower than the double-digit increases of 2021 and 2022 as demand stabilised in the post-Coronavirus (COVID-19) period. Growth was largely driven by consumers’ attempts…

RTDs have benefited from the reduction in visits to on-trade establishments, as they appeal to consumers who still want the experience of mixed drinks but at a more affordable price. Indeed, RTDs have been a cost-effective solution during the tough…