Beer - Czechia | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue, at home (e.g., revenue generated in supermarkets and convenience stores) in the Beer market amounts to US$1.8bn in 2024.
Revenue, out-of-home (e.g., revenue generated in restaurants and bars) amounts to US$1.7bn in 2024.
Revenue, combined amounts to US$3.5bn in 2024.
The revenue, at home is expected to grow annually by 1.27% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue, at home is generated United States (US$78bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, the average revenue per capita, at home of US$167.60 are generated in 2024.
In the Beer market, volume, at home is expected to amount to 1.0bn L by 2024.
Volume, out-of-home is expected to amount to 417.0m L in 2024.
Volume, combined is expected to amount to 1.5bn L in 2024.
The Beer market is expected to show a volume growth, at home of -1.2% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person, at home in the Beer market is expected to amount to 98.46L in 2024.

Definition:

The Beer market includes fermented alcoholic beverages based on malt. Non-alcoholic beers are also covered.

Structure:

The Beer market is divided into 2 markets:

Alcoholic Beer (minimum alcohol content: 0.5% ABV)
Non-Alcoholic Beer (maximum alcohol content: 0.5% ABV)

Additional information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per liter, as well as sales channels. Per capita figures refer to a country’s or region’s whole population.

At-home market data covers retail sales via super- and hypermarkets, eCommerce, convenience stores, and similar sales channels. Out-of-home market data includes all sales in hotels and restaurants, sales by catering companies, as well as sales in cafés, bars, and similar hospitality service establishments. Combined numbers encompass both the at-home market and the out-of-home market. All prices are valued at retail selling prices, including all sales and consumption taxes.

Key players include Anheuser-Busch InBev (e.g., Corona, Bud Light, and Michelob), Heineken, China Resources Snow Breweries, Carlsberg, and Diageo (Guinness).

Beer of all sorts (Lage, Pilsner, Ale etc.)
Beer Mix Drinks, such as Krombacher Radler
Non-alcoholic Beer, such as Heineken 0.0
Craft Beer, such as Blue Moon

Wine, such as Red Wine
Spirits, such as Whisky

The Beer market in Czechia has been experiencing significant growth in recent years.

Customer preferences: Czechia has a long-standing beer culture, with a strong tradition of brewing and consuming beer. Beer is deeply ingrained in the Czech culture and is considered a national drink. Czechs have a high per capita beer consumption, and they take pride in their local breweries and traditional brewing methods. The preference for beer over other alcoholic beverages is deeply rooted in the Czech society.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the Czech beer market is the growing popularity of craft beer. Craft breweries have been gaining traction in recent years, offering consumers a wide variety of unique and flavorful beers. This trend is driven by the increasing demand for quality and artisanal products, as well as the desire for more diverse and innovative beer options. Craft beer has become a niche market segment, attracting beer enthusiasts and connoisseurs who are willing to pay a premium for high-quality and distinctive brews. Another trend in the Czech beer market is the rising demand for low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beers. Health-conscious consumers are increasingly seeking alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages, and breweries have responded by developing a range of low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beer options. These products appeal to consumers who want to enjoy the taste of beer without the effects of alcohol, and they are particularly popular among younger consumers and those who are driving or participating in sports activities.

Local special circumstances: Czechia has a rich brewing heritage and is known for its high-quality beer. The country has a large number of breweries, both large and small, producing a wide range of beer styles. Czech beer is renowned for its excellent quality and traditional brewing techniques, such as the use of Czech hops and bottom-fermenting yeast. The local beer culture and the pride associated with Czech beer contribute to the strong demand for beer in the country.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Czech economy has been performing well in recent years, with steady economic growth and low unemployment rates. This has contributed to increased consumer spending power and a higher disposable income, which in turn has led to greater consumption of beer. The tourism industry is also a significant driver of the beer market in Czechia, as the country attracts a large number of international tourists who are eager to experience the local beer culture. In conclusion, the Beer market in Czechia is thriving due to the strong customer preference for beer, the growing popularity of craft beer, the increasing demand for low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beers, the rich brewing heritage and local special circumstances, and the favorable macroeconomic factors.

Data coverage:
The data encompasses B2C enterprises. The at-home market covers retail sales via super- and hypermarkets, eCommerce, convenience stores, or similar sales channels. The out-of-home data encompasses all sales to hotels, restaurants, catering, cafés, bars, and similar hospitality service establishments. Combined numbers encompass both the at-home market and the out-of-home market. Both the at-home and the out-of-home market are valued at retail selling prices including all sales and consumption taxes.

Modeling approach:
Market sizes are determined through a Top-Down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending (e.g. consumer spending on alcoholic beverages, consumer spending at Hotels, Restaurants etc.), and price level index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:
In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Alcoholic Drinks market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:
The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level.

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Like in most of the world, beer has been an integral part of American culture since the beginning. Even prohibition was not able to fully stop the sale of beer, only pushing it underground. In 2022, the United States was the second largest country in worldwide beer production with a production volume of about 194 million hectoliters, following only China. Craft beer has become an increasingly important part of the American market.