Irish Whiskey Market, By Product Type (Single Malt, Single Grain, Pot Still, and Blended), By Distribution Channel (Specialty Stores, Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Duty-free Stores, Restaurants & Bars, Online, and Others), By Geography (North America, Lati
Irish Whiskey Market, By Product Type (Single Malt, Single Grain, Pot Still, and Blended), By Distribution Channel (Specialty Stores, Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Duty-free Stores, Restaurants & Bars, Online, and Others), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)
The global Irish whiskey market has witnessed robust growth in the last few years, driven by rising demand for premium and craft Irish whiskeys across major markets worldwide. Irish whiskey originates from Ireland, where it is distilled and aged in oak barrels. It is triple distilled and aged in oak casks, mainly ex-bourbon casks, which helps impart its characteristic taste. Premiumization has been a key trend in the market with consumers willing to pay more for superior quality and craft Irish whiskeys made from malted and unmalted barley. Moreover, the burgeoning cocktail culture has further boosted sales of Irish whiskey globally. The Irish whiskey industry has also undertaken numerous marketing initiatives to raise brand awareness and promote Irish whiskey as a premium spirit. This is expected to drive further growth in this market in the upcoming years.
Market Dynamics:
The global Irish whiskey market is primarily driven by the rising popularity of craft and premium whiskeys among consumers worldwide. Factors such as increasing socializing in pubs and bars, the growing influence of Western culture, and surge in cocktail culture have boosted the consumption of premium Irish whiskey globally. Moreover, aggressive marketing campaigns by Irish whiskey companies, especially in the U.S., China, and other emerging markets to position their brands as symbol of luxury and prestige are increasing the brand awareness, which is propelling market growth. However, factors such as stringent government regulations surrounding alcohol sales and consumption in some countries and rising health awareness among consumers pose challenges to market growth. Meanwhile, the growing e-commerce sector is offering new opportunities for Irish whiskey companies to penetrate markets in remote locations. The launch of innovative Irish whiskey brands incorporating unique flavors is also expanding the consumer base.
Key features of the study:
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global Irish whiskey market, and provides market size (US$ Bn & Bn Liters) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2024–2031), considering 2023 as the base year.
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
It profiles key players in the global Irish whiskey market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Beam Suntory, Brown-Forman, Diageo, Pernod Ricard, William Grant & Sons, and Castle Brands.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
The global Irish whiskey market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global Irish whiskey.
Detailed Segmentation:
Global Irish whiskey Market, By Product Type
Single Malt
Single Grain
Pot Still
Blended
Global Irish whiskey Market, By Distribution Channel
Specialty Stores
Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
Duty-free Stores
Restaurants & Bars
Online
Others
Global Irish whiskey Market, By Region
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Top Companies in the Market
Beam Suntory
Brown-Forman
Diageo
Pernod Ricard
William Grant & Sons
Castle Brands.
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Product Type
Market Snippet, By Distribution Channel
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Growing demand for premium and super premium Irish whiskey
Rising number of Irish pubs and restaurants
Restraints
Trade barriers and higher import tariffs
Stringent government regulations
Opportunities
Innovation in flavors and product variants
Increasing online sales and e-commerce penetration
Impact Analysis
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER’s Analysis
Merger and Acquisition Scenario
4. Global Irish Whiskey Market - Impact of Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic
COVID-19 Epidemiology
Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
Economic Impact
5. Global Irish Whiskey Market, By Product Type, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2019 - 2031
Segment Trends
Single Malt
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 - 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Single Grain
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Pot Still
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Blended
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
6. Global Irish whiskey Market, By Distribution Channel, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2019 - 2031
Segment Trends
Specialty Stores
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Restaurants & Bars
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Duty-free Stores
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Online
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2019 – 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
7. Global Irish Whiskey Market, By Region, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2024 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Region, 2019 - 2031
Country Trends
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product Type, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Distribution Channel, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/Region, 2019- 2031, (US$ Bn & Bn Liters)
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
8. Competitive Landscape
Beam Suntory
Company Profiles
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
Brown-Forman
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
Diageo
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
Pernod Ricard
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
William Grant & Sons
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
Castle Brands
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Strategies
9. Section
References
Research Methodology
About us
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