Beer Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

Beer is the oldest and one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world. Beer is produced by the fermentation and brewing of malted barley, wheat and rice. The bitter flavor of beer comes from the plant and flower called hops. Today the beer industry is a global business with many multinational companies and thousands of smaller breweries.

The making or producing of beer is called brewing. The building where beer is processed is called a brewery. When beer is made on a domestic scale it is home brewing. Brewing is done to convert the starch into a liquid called wort and then to convert the wort into beer.

The basic ingredients in beer are water and, malted barley (which is starch plus corn, rice or sugar). The amount of starch used in a beer recipe is called the grain bill. Water is the key ingredient in beer. Different regions have different minerals in their water and as a result, certain regions are better suited to making particular kind of beer. For example, the waters of Burton in England have gypsum which is good for making pale ale. The hard water in Dublin Ireland is perfect for making Guinness or stout.

Today there are many varieties of beer. The brewing regions of Europe include Germany, Belgium, the UK, Ireland, Poland the Netherlands, Austria, Scanadavia and the Czech Republic. Each country has local varieties of beer. In some countries such as the United States and Canada, European styles of brewing beer have been adopted.

Beer is measured and reviewed by its strength, color and bitter taste. It is widely consumed in countries all over the world and is associated with many activities and traditions. Games such as cards and darts are often connected to beer drinking as is watching and attending sports events.

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Beer Industry Research & Market Reports

  • 2024 Beer and Ale Wholesale Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The historical data ... Read More

  • 2024 Brewers' Products Wholesale Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The historical data utilizes in-depth ... Read More

  • 2024 Beer and Ale Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... growth, and share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The ... Read More

  • 2024 Alcoholic Beverages Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The historical data ... Read More

  • 2024 Nonalcoholic Beer and Mixers Wholesale Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... growth, and share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The ... Read More

  • Alcoholic Drinks Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Beer, Spirits, Wine, Cider, Perry & Rice Wine, Hard Seltzer), By Distribution Channel (Pub, Bars & Restaurants, Internet Retailing, Liquor Stores), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

    ... Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030 Alcoholic Drinks Market Growth & Trends The global alcoholic drinks market size is expected to reach USD 3,015.22 billion by 2030, and anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 9.7% ... Read More

  • Breweries - US Industry Market Research Report with Updated Recession Risk Forecasts

    ... over 100 data sets covering 2015-2028. This 63-page Kentley Insights report is packed with insightful data sets and forecasts to give you a comprehensive understanding of the industry including historical and forecasted industry size, growth, ... Read More

  • Alcoholic Drinks Packaging in Colombia

    ... vermouth. Colombians have a longstanding cultural affinity for glass packaging, viewing it as a sign of quality and freshness. This perception is reinforced by the popularity of local brands such as Aguila, Poker, and Club ... Read More

  • Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores

    ... different laws regulating liquor stores, complicating the ability to form national chains. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Personal income, consumer tastes, and entertainment trends drive demand. The profitability of individual companies depends on effective marketing and competitive pricing. ... Read More

  • Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores - US Industry Market Research Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... in-depth assessments of the retail sector in the United States with over 100 data sets covering 2015-2028. This Kentley Insights report includes historical and forecasted market size, ecommerce, product lines, inventory turns, gross margin, profitability, ... Read More

  • Vietnam Beer and Cider Market Insights 2024

    ... company and brand insights, distribution insights, packaging insights, consumer insights, recommendations and appendix sections.Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Scope The rising demand for zero-alcohol beer has fueled the market ... Read More

  • Colombia Beer and Cider Market Insights 2024

    ... company and brand insights, distribution insights, packaging insights, consumer insights, recommendations and appendix sections.Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Scope Growing tourism in Colombia will enhance the beer & cider ... Read More

  • Portugal Beer and Cider Market Insights 2024

    ... company and brand insights, distribution insights, packaging insights, consumer insights, recommendations and appendix sections.Key insights and drivers behind the beer and cider market performance Scope According to Statistics Portugal, the country’s real GDP grew by ... Read More

  • Beer in India

    ... noted that in 2020 India saw a significant drop in beer consumption due to a 41-day lockdown that coincided with the peak beer-drinking season. Therefore, the strong growth in these years was due to growth ... Read More

  • Alcohol Packaging

    ... at a CAGR of 3.3% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Primary Packaging, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.7% CAGR and reach US$48.4 Billion by the end of ... Read More

  • Specialty Malt

    ... at a CAGR of 5.1% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Roasted Malt, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 6.1% CAGR and reach US$2.5 Billion by the end of ... Read More

  • Republic of Ireland Beverages Consumption Trends and Forecasts Tracker, Q2 2024 (Dairy and Soy Drinks, Alcoholic Drinks, Soft Drinks and Hot Drinks)

    ... drinks, hot drinks and alcoholic drinks is an essential tool for keeping up-to-date with the latest industry performance and developments on a quarterly basis. Scope Top line consumption volumes for Q2-2024 vs Q2-2023, moving annual ... Read More

  • Greece Beer and Cider Market Insights 2024

    ... company and brand insights, distribution insights, packaging insights, consumer insights, recommendations and appendix sections.Key insights and drivers behind the beer and cider market performance Scope According to the European Commission, Greece’s economy achieved a growth ... Read More

  • Brewery Equipment

    ... at a CAGR of 6.6% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Macrobrewery, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 6.5% CAGR and reach US$17.7 Billion by the end of the ... Read More

  • Beer Wholesaling in the US - Industry Market Research Report

    ... consumers have been consuming less beer and opting for alternative alcoholic beverages. However, the industry has continued to benefit from laws that prevent the vertical integration of breweries and retailers. After the Prohibition Era, nearly ... Read More

  • Breweries in Canada - Industry Market Research Report

    ... popularity of craft beer from local microbreweries, consumers have shifted away from the traditional light and premium beer brands that currently represent most of industry brewers' sales. Navigating the challenging conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic, ... Read More

  • Taiwan (Province of China) Beer & Cider Market Databook 2024

    ... insights, company and brand insights, channel insights, packaging insights, and appendix sections. Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Reasons to Buy Gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamics and structure ... Read More

  • El Salvador Beer & Cider Market Databook 2024

    ... and brand insights, channel insights, packaging insights, and appendix sections. Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Reasons to Buy Gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamics and structure of El ... Read More

  • Honduras Beer & Cider Market Databook 2024

    ... brand insights, channel insights, packaging insights, and appendix sections. Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Reasons to Buy Gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamics and structure of Honduran beer ... Read More

  • Nicaragua Beer & Cider Market Databook 2024

    ... brand insights, channel insights, packaging insights, and appendix sections. Key insights and drivers behind the Beer and Cider market performance Reasons to Buy Gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamics and structure of the Nicaraguan ... Read More

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