Beer - Slovakia | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue, at home (e.g., revenue generated in supermarkets and convenience stores) in the Beer market amounts to US$443.2m in 2024.
Revenue, out-of-home (e.g., revenue generated in restaurants and bars) amounts to US$251.3m in 2024.
Revenue, combined amounts to US$694.5m in 2024.
The revenue, at home is expected to grow annually by 1.87% (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$77.71 are generated in 2024.
In the Beer market, volume, at home is expected to amount to 227.0m L by 2024.
Volume, out-of-home is expected to amount to 70.2m L in 2024.
Volume, combined is expected to amount to 297.2m L in 2024.
The Beer market is expected to show a volume growth, at home of -1.0% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person, at home in the Beer market is expected to amount to 39.81L 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 Slovakia has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by changing customer preferences and local special circumstances.

Customer preferences: Slovakia has a strong beer-drinking culture, with beer being the most popular alcoholic beverage in the country. Customers in Slovakia generally prefer traditional lagers and pilsners, with a preference for locally brewed beers. Craft beer has also gained popularity in recent years, with an increasing number of microbreweries and brewpubs catering to the demand for unique and flavorful beers. Customers are also becoming more health-conscious and are seeking low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beer options.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the Slovakian beer market is the growing demand for premium and craft beers. Customers are willing to pay a premium for high-quality, locally produced beers with unique flavors and ingredients. This trend is driven by the desire for more diverse and sophisticated beer options, as well as the growing popularity of beer tourism. Another trend in the market is the increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beers. Health-conscious customers are opting for non-alcoholic beer as a healthier alternative to traditional beer, without compromising on taste. Non-alcoholic beers are also gaining traction among designated drivers and those who want to enjoy the social aspect of drinking without the effects of alcohol.

Local special circumstances: Slovakia has a rich brewing tradition, with a long history of beer production dating back centuries. This has created a strong beer culture in the country, with a preference for locally brewed beers. Slovakian customers value the authenticity and quality of locally produced beers, which has led to the growth of small-scale breweries and brewpubs. These local breweries often focus on using traditional brewing methods and sourcing local ingredients, which further enhances the appeal of their beers.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The growth of the beer market in Slovakia is also influenced by underlying macroeconomic factors. The country has experienced steady economic growth, which has increased disposable income and consumer spending power. This has allowed customers to indulge in premium and craft beers, as well as explore new and innovative beer options. In conclusion, the Beer market in Slovakia is experiencing growth due to changing customer preferences towards premium and craft beers, the increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beers, the strong local brewing tradition, and favorable macroeconomic conditions. This presents opportunities for both local and international beer producers to cater to the evolving tastes and preferences of Slovakian customers.

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.