Market research on the alcoholic drinks industry. Standardised an...
Market research on the alcoholic drinks industry. Standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market share and share data, distribution and industry trends.
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…
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,…
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 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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
In line with global trends, most RTDs available in the United Arab Emirates are spirit-based. The presence of wine-based or malt-based RTDs is marginal in the local market. This is because of a cultural background of mixed expatriates, most of whom…
In stark contrast to many other alcoholic drinks categories, RTDs in the UK recorded a positive performance in 2023. Growth was seen in both off-trade and on-trade channels, with the latter experiencing a more dynamic performance than the dominant…
In 2023, RTDs in the US maintained total volume decline along with current value growth. The common trend in alcoholic drinks of value growth and volume decline in 2023 aligns with the resonant message of premiumisation, particularly “less but…
2023 witnessed a historic increase in volume terms within RTDs in Tunisia, driven primarily by the introduction of Exo Mix and the broader global trend favouring ready-to-drink beverages. RTDs offer affordability, convenience, and versatility,…
RTDs witnessed a steep decline in sales in total volume terms in 2022 with only a limited recovery recoded in 2023. The weak sales performance is related to RTDs being predominantly targeted at women and younger consumers (of a legal drinking age).…
RTDs was one of the biggest winners in alcoholic drinks in Uruguay in 2023. Amongst the different types of RTDs, spirit-based drinks put in the best performance over the review period as a whole. Growth has been in line with the trend towards…
Drinking occasions, socialising and beverage channel behaviours across alcohol, soft drinks and hot drinks will be shaped by a new and less familiar balance of personal health, moderation, intoxication and community engagement. This report explores…