Alcoholic Drinks

Wine witnessed a partial recovery in volume terms in 2022, thanks to the relaxation of pandemic-related social distancing measures, which encouraged consumers to return to visiting on-trade outlets such as bars, restaurants and clubs. Sales were…

Wine registered very healthy volume growth in 2022, partly supported by a huge drop in excise duty for locally, produced wine (see below). Another contributing factor to the increased sales was a large influx of Russian migrants, as they looked to…

Wine consumption in the Philippines saw strong rises in 2022, mainly thanks to the country’s broader recovery post-pandemic. On-trade consumption in particular recorded a notable uptick, with the benefits rippling through to the expansion of the wine…

With the reopening programme implemented by the Thai Government and the removal of restrictions in 2022, consumers are returning to familiar lifestyles and tending to shift their consumption back to their original habits. For example, some consumers…

The wine landscape has seen positive, single-digit growth in 2022, much of which is due to local consumers gaining a more appreciative taste for wine. Most locals embrace the notion of “drinking in moderation”, enjoying the taste of products, which…

Total volume growth of wine in South Korea notably slowed in 2022, with wine sales reaching a period of stabilisation following the category’s dynamic performance through off-trade during the first year of the pandemic, and through on-trade in 2021.…

After the emergence of the pandemic in 2020, on-trade sales of wine plummeted. This was followed by a strong rebound and renewed interest in 2021 and 2022, although on-trade demand had yet to completely normalise to the pre-pandemic level in 2022.…

Malaysia’s international borders were finally fully reopened to foreign tourists in April 2022. This provided a huge boost to local on-trade operators and in turn helped to stimulate sales of still light grape wine. Imported wine from Australia…

Wine sales continued to grow in Kazakhstan in 2022, thanks to the emerging wine consumption culture – which is also attracting younger consumers of legal drinking age who wish to experiment with sophisticated wines and enjoy the wine experience,…

In 2022, total volume sales of wine recorded slight growth thanks to a rebound in sales in the on-trade channel. In March 2022, Japan ended the COVID-19 quasi-emergency in all prefectures, and foodservice outlets were able to operate without any…

Compared to Old World wines, New World wines are generally sweeter and are, therefore, gaining in popularity amongst consumers in Indonesia, especially domestic consumers. In terms of pricing, New World wines are also generally more affordable than…

Samant Soma Wines Ltd continued as the frontrunner in the wine industry in 2022. The player boasts a diverse portfolio encompassing wines crafted from 15 distinct grape varieties and showcases a collection of 56 labels. These wines are meticulously…

Fine wines and champagnes saw notable growth in 2022, due to the removal of social distancing measures in the city. The city’s reopening was the catalyst for many locals who wanted to host large-scale events and banquets, such as weddings and…

In light of the COVID-induced lockdowns in 2022, there was a notable reduction in the level of imports of wine within China. This decline in the aggregate wine supply impacted the availability of imported wine and contributed to decreases in…

In addition to being a staple at large social gatherings such as weddings and parties, wine is traditionally among the alcoholic drinks most commonly consumed when Azerbaijanis come together with friends and family in smaller numbers in private…

Wellness has been identified by Euromonitor International as having the furthest-reaching impact on industries and consumers in the future. This report looks at the link between rising longevity and consumers’ search for a healthy life and highlights…

Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…

Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…

To help companies understand which categories are most primed for sustained e-commerce growth post-pandemic, Euromonitor developed the E-Commerce Readiness Model. This tool uses analytic modelling to determine which countries and categories have the…