Alcoholic Drinks

Following a three-year period of decline, RTDs registered positive growth in volume terms in 2023, with sales increasingly in both off-trade and the on-trade channels. Spirit-based RTDs saw especially strong growth in on-trade outlets, bolstered by…

While many alcoholic drinks categories struggled to achieve total volume growth in 2023, RTDs still recorded an increase in both total volume and current value terms. The increase in total volume was only modest, but with extreme increases in average…

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…

RTDs saw volume sales increase in Thailand in 2023. Consumers have been increasingly consuming the product since the end of the COVID-19 crisis, thanks largely to RTDs’ potential for on-the-go consumption. Consumers have returned to their normal…

Much like the previous year of the review period, RTDs saw modest off-trade and current value growth in 2023 but a decline in on-trade sales.

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 saw volume growth in Sweden in 2023. The category is being primarily driven by spirit-RTDs as that category is seeing the most investment and new product development, with new product launches helping to raise consumer awareness and attract…

Sales of RTDs saw healthy growth in total volume terms in 2023 with these products starting to gain a stronger foothold in the Spanish market. Spanish consumers are increasingly looking for convenience, affordability, and constant innovation, and…

RTDs in South Korea saw exceptional total volume growth in 2023, mainly driven by off-trade growth, although on-trade sales also saw a double-digit increase. Growth was primarily driven by an increase in light home drinking, and a rise in young…

RTDs in South Africa continued to perform well in 2023, driven by the popularity of convenient, pre-mixed drinks and the re-emergence of a cocktail culture. The popularity for mixing beverages has been sustained due to the rising affordability of…

Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages are the second fastest-growing category in Slovenia, trailing only behind cider/perry. The primary factor driving this growth is convenience. RTDs offer an easy and quick way to enjoy a drink without the need for mixing…

RTDs in Slovakia registered a decline in total volume terms ion 2023, in contrast to the positive performances of the previous two years. Inflationary pressures, which translated into higher production costs, led to an increase in retail unit prices,…

On-trade volume sales of RTDs witnessed further dynamic growth in 2022. Sales were impacted by the removal of capacity limits on nightlife establishments as COVID-19 safe management measures continued to ease. Efforts by operators to encourage…

Retail volume sales of RTDs in Serbia enjoyed strong growth in 2023. As consumers spent more time socialising outside the home, they were drawn to buying convenient ready-to-drink options for on-the-go consumption. Spirit-based RTDs are experiencing…

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…

RTDs in Portugal witnessed a slowdown in volume sales over 2023, following a very strong increase in the on-trade over 2022 when several new launches boosted sales of spirit-based RTD’s, which remains the most dynamic segment. Wine based RTDs is by…

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…

Despite Peru entering recession 2023, RTDs managed to deliver strong growth in total volume terms, with these products continuing to attract new consumers. Apart from the novelty of these products, factors such as the wide variety of brands and…

The demand for RTDs in Norway benefits as more consumers become health-conscious and choose low ABV and lower calorie products. While a normal 330ml can of beer contains around 135 calories, popular hard seltzers usually contain less than 100…

While convenience continued to drive demand for RTDs in North Macedonia over the review period, the category faced strong declines in 2023. Local consumers, especially young adults, are opting to drink spirits such as gin and whisky which are…