Alcoholic Beverages Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
The names of some alcoholic drinks are influenced by their base material. A drink that has been fermented from a starch heavy grain like potatoes is called a beer. When the fermented mash is distilled, then the beverage is a spirit. Wine and brandy are made from grapes only. If an alcoholic drink is made from another kind of fruit, it is a fruit brandy of a fruit wine. Beer is made from barley or a combination of grains. Whiskey is made from grain or a blended mixture of grains. Vodka is distilled from potatoes or fermented grain.
In the United States, the individual states control the sale of alcohol. A country that does not allow the sale of alcohol is known as a dry county. Blue laws are in effect in some states, prohibiting the selling of alcohol on Sunday.
Some states like Nevada and Connecticut have very permissive rules and regulations in regard to alcohol. Other states such as Kansas and Oklahoma have very strict rules.
Most countries have laws that prohibit driving while impaired by alcohol. Punishments for such violations include fines, loss of drivers license and jail time. The legal thresh holds of blood alcohol levels range from 0.0% to 0.8%.
Alcoholic Beverages Industry Research & Market Reports
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Peru Cider/Perry
... The main reason for this was due to the fact that the category was growing from a very low base, with cider/perry still being unfamiliar to many local consumers. As such, sales are still dependent ... Read More
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Uzbekistan Spirits
... negative trends in both production and sales. Factors such as increasing religiosity and the decreasing consumption of alcohol among young people contributed to this decline. However, the most significant challenge to the legal vodka market ... Read More
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Sri Lanka Alcoholic Drinks
... 94% market share, although it experienced a decline in overall sales. Increased beer prices and shifting consumer preferences have contributed to this downturn. Political and economic factors, including inflation and rising import duties, further disrupted ... Read More
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Taiwan Alcoholic Drinks
... workforce insufficiency is a more significant issue, while increasing shipping costs are more concerning for imported brands. Aside from this, Taiwanese consumers remain highly price sensitive. Euromonitor International's Alcoholic Drinks in Taiwan report offers a ... Read More
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Turkey Alcoholic Drinks
... to hit robust double-digit figures due to the significant price hikes seen in the recent review period. Euromonitor International's Alcoholic Drinks in Turkey report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... Read More
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Peru Spirits
... and protests following the replacement of former President Castillo, in addition to the floods on the north coast of Peru, a product of the Niño Costero phenomenon, all of which had a huge impact on ... Read More
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Kuwait Alcoholic Drinks
... sense of ethical satisfaction and peer approval. Brands taking political stances face significant business impacts due to boycotting trends. This is evident in on-trade channels like restaurants switching to local products, such as Saudi Arabia's ... Read More
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Taiwan Spirits
... high compared with other alcoholic drinks categories, and price sensitivity negatively impacted the category. However, current value sales received a moderate boost as a result of higher unit prices. Euromonitor International's Spirits in Taiwan report ... Read More
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Slovenia Spirits
... Rum and gin, in particular, have experienced significant growth as they are viewed as prestigious and exclusive beverages. Brands like Don Papa have gained popularity among consumers seeking spirit drinks with rich origins and enhanced ... Read More
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Uruguay Cider/Perry
... As the market for alcoholic beverages in Uruguay has become increasingly sophisticated with a focus on higher quality, cider/perry has lost relevance. Its volume has diminished year by year, maintaining strong seasonality during the end-of-year ... Read More
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Uruguay Spirits
... the country highly affordable for Uruguayan tourists, leading to a substantial influx throughout the year. Consequently, many Uruguayans spent weekends in Argentina, where they consumed spirits at significantly lower prices and also stocked up for ... Read More
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Tunisia Spirits
... to higher prices and reduced affordability. Additionally, a decline in nightlife activities further dampened demand for spirits, impacting social consumption patterns. These factors collectively created a challenging operating environment for spirits p... Euromonitor International's Spirits ... Read More
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Slovenia Cider/Perry
... apples produced locally. Consumers are seeking refreshing drinks that offer low-sugar and gluten-free options. The first festival of cider makers held in 2023 in Slovenia showcased seven local producers who make natural cider from organic ... Read More
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Lithuania Spirits
... going out slowed down. Consumers started reacting to the much higher price of spirits in the on-trade, leading to a sharper decline in volume sales over 2023. The off-trade also witnessed declining volumes as consumers ... Read More
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Taiwan Cider/Perry
... more opportunities to socialise outside of the home, cider/perry performed better than during the previous year of the review period. However, the category still saw losses across all metrics. Euromonitor International's Cider/Perry in Taiwan report ... Read More
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Dominican Republic Alcoholic Drinks
... second half of the year, as the economy picked up. Euromonitor International's Alcoholic Drinks in Dominican Republic report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It ... Read More
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Slovenia Alcoholic Drinks
... drinks for a more sophisticated experience. Within the spirits category, gin and rum experienced the fastest growth due to this premiumisation. Gin became the most popular spirit in Slovenia, with a rising number of local ... Read More
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Uruguay Alcoholic Drinks
... GDP grew and overall consumption remained stable. Inflation, which initially showed similar trends to 2022 in the early months, managed to decrease in the second half, concluding the year with a 5% increase according to ... Read More
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Tunisia Alcoholic Drinks
... diminishing purchasing power of local consumers and the impact of inflation. Rising prices placed strains on consumers' budgets, resulting in decreased affordability and dampened demand for alcoholic beverages. Beer, wine, and spirits, traditionally pillars of ... Read More
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Lithuania Alcoholic Drinks
... out of boredom and general anxiety. The year started very well, especially in horeca outlets where a good summer provided a further boost to sales. Thereafter, consumers began to rein in expenditure on alcoholic drinks ... Read More
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Peru Alcoholic Drinks
... in their spending when it came to alcoholic drinks, with the most affected categories being spirits and wine. On the other hand, higher temperatures, in addition to lower prices, helped to sustain demand for beer, ... Read More
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Latvia Alcoholic Drinks
... putting upward pressure on players to increase price. Added to this, products with a higher alcohol level such as spirits were subject to increased excise tax. Healthier lifestyles are driving consumers towards lighter and lower ... Read More
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Dominican Republic Spirits
... consumers cut down on consumption of spirits, as prices are higher than for other alcoholic drinks such as beer. That being said, volume sales increased through on-trade channels, largely due to the increased number of ... Read More
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Latvia Spirits
... restrictions, which boosted sales in horeca establishments. Although consumers began to return and spend money in cafés and restaurants, spending behaviour became subdued as the war in Ukraine took hold. Utility bills in Latvia have ... Read More
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Turkey Spirits
... of the pandemic, 2023 brought about various challenges, from unstable economic conditions and escalating prices, through to the aftermath of earthquakes in the country. Foodservice outlets notably suffered, with the decrease in clientele reflecting the ... Read More