The Europe beer market reached around 367.12 Million HL in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.10% between 2025 and 2034 to attain nearly 451.92 Million HL by 2034.
In terms of production, Germany accounted for 87 million hl of beer production in 2022, which made it the leading beer producer in the European Union. Spain was the second largest producer, with an output of 41 million hl. This can be attributed to the increasing emphasis on the usage of domestic raw materials and environmental sustainability to manufacture premium quality beers.
The Europe market for beer employs 2.6 million people, which has a multiplier effect of 16, substantially uplifting economic growth. France and the United Kingdom are home to over 1500 microbreweries whereas Italy, the Czech Republic, and the Netherlands have 501-1000 microbreweries.
Non-alcoholic beers, which account for over 5% of the EU's beer market, have gained significant popularity due to technological advancements in brewing and the emergence of health and wellness trends. While resembling the taste of original beers, non-alcoholic beers can be safely consumed by athletes, young adults, and pregnant women, which is accelerating their demand.
Europe Beer Market Growth
The leading beer-consuming countries within Europe are Germany (79 million hl), the United Kingdom (45 million hl), and Spain (42 million hl). However, in terms of per capita beer consumption, the Czech Republic (136 l), Austria (102 l), and Poland (93 l) top the list.In terms of production, Germany accounted for 87 million hl of beer production in 2022, which made it the leading beer producer in the European Union. Spain was the second largest producer, with an output of 41 million hl. This can be attributed to the increasing emphasis on the usage of domestic raw materials and environmental sustainability to manufacture premium quality beers.
The Europe market for beer employs 2.6 million people, which has a multiplier effect of 16, substantially uplifting economic growth. France and the United Kingdom are home to over 1500 microbreweries whereas Italy, the Czech Republic, and the Netherlands have 501-1000 microbreweries.
Non-alcoholic beers, which account for over 5% of the EU's beer market, have gained significant popularity due to technological advancements in brewing and the emergence of health and wellness trends. While resembling the taste of original beers, non-alcoholic beers can be safely consumed by athletes, young adults, and pregnant women, which is accelerating their demand.
Europe Beer Industry Segmentation
Europe Beer Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Product Type
- Lager
- Ale
- Stouts
- Others
Market Breakup by Production
- Macro Brewery
- Micro-Brewery
- Craft Brewery
Market Breakup by Category
- Standard Beer
- Premium Beer
Market Breakup by Alcohol Content
- High
- Low
- Alcohol Free
Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- On-Trade
- Off-Trade
Market Breakup by Country
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Others
Europe Beer Market Share
The market is segmented based on region into the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy, among others. Germany is projected to dominate the market, representing 21.6% of the overall market share in 2023 while recording a CAGR of 2.3% over the forecast period of 2025-2034. This can be attributed to the rising production and consumption of beer in the country.Leading Companies in Europe Beer Market
In a shift towards sustainability, major beer manufacturers in Europe are committing to labelling ingredients and highlighting the energy consumption of production on the packages of beer bottles.- Heineken N.V.
- Anheuser-Busch Inbev S.A.
- Carlsberg A/S
- Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.
- Kirin Holdings Co. Ltd.
- Constellation Brands, Inc.
- Boston Beer Company Inc.
- OeTTINGER Brewery GmbH
- Bitburger Braugruppe GmbH
- Molson Coors Beverage Company
- Others
Europe Beer Market Report Snapshots
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Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Beer Market Overview
6 Europe Beer Market Overview
7 Europe Beer Market by Product Type
8 Europe Beer Market by Production
9 Europe Beer Market by Category
10 Europe Beer Market by Alcohol Content
11 Europe Beer Market by Distribution Channel
12 Europe Beer Market by Country
13 Market Dynamics
15 Trade Data Analysis (HS Code - 223)
17 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Heineken N.V.
- Anheuser-Busch Inbev S.A.
- Carlsberg A/S
- Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.
- Kirin Holdings Co. Ltd.
- Constellation Brands, Inc.
- Boston Beer Company Inc.
- OeTTINGER Brewery GmbH
- Bitburger Braugruppe GmbH
- Molson Coors Beverage Company
