Alcoholic Drinks

In 2023, Jordan's alcoholic drinks industry has been witnessing marginal growth, driven by strong on-trade demand. The rise in tourists during the first three quarters boosted on-trade sales. However, there has been an increasing decline in tourists,…

Overall, it was a negative picture for alcohol in Kazakhstan in 2023, with volume sales falling. Kazakhstan has strong trade links with Russia and its war in Ukraine is negatively impacting the local economy and leading to high inflation. Inflation…

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, the alcoholic drinks in Kuwait has been shaped by geopolitical dynamics, influencing consumer preferences. Conscious buying has surged, with a focus on local and Middle Eastern brands, fostering a sense of ethical satisfaction and peer…

Alcoholic drinks in Laos in 2023 has seen notable growth, driven primarily by increased beer consumption, although wine and spirits have maintained their shares. Despite significant inflation weakening the Lao Kip, a large proportion of the…

The alcoholic drinks market has made a strong and swift recovery from the pandemic in Latin America, in spite of the difficult economic circumstances in many countries in the region. While the off-trade continued growing in recent years, the on-trade…

Alcoholic drinks in Latvia witnessed volume sales decline in 2023 as economic conditions hampered purchasing power and led to weaker consumption. Price inflation remained prominent with higher production and energy costs putting upward pressure on…

The two major trends in alcoholic drinks in Lebanon in 2023 were falling off-trade volume sales and rising on-trade demand. While the socioeconomic crisis has curbed spending, many local people are socialising in bars and restaurants more often and…

The year 2023 was a sobering year for alcoholic drinks in Lithuania following a period of relative prosperity. Volume sales of alcoholic drinks boomed during the pandemic as locals consumed more out of boredom and general anxiety. The year started…

Elevated rates of inflation impacted consumer spending behaviour in 2023 with locals increasingly only purchasing alcoholic drinks during price promotions, which are usually organised around festive seasons such as Chinese New Year and Christmas.…