Bulgaria Ranks 10th in Beer Consumption in the EU

There are already more than 10,000 breweries in EU countries, according to the latest data published by Brewers of Europe. At the same time, over the last five years, the production and consumption of beer on the old continent have been marked by continuous growth and an increase in the added value of the industry, according to the Brewers' Union in our country.

According to the European Statistical Organization's Annual Statistical Report, many key economic indicators show sustained growth. For the first time in 10 years, the volume of beer production in the EU countries exceeds 400 million hectoliters. At the same time, Poland is already the second largest brewer in the EU, displacing Britain. By the same indicator, Bulgaria is in the golden environment of the ranking, ranking immediately after Denmark and ahead of countries such as Croatia and Slovakia.

On the other hand, beer consumption has grown in each of the EU member states over the last 2 years amidst the incredible diversity of over 50,000 brands and assortments of beer. For the sake of a healthier lifestyle, more and more consumers are turning to low-alcohol and natural beverages and, respectively, to the beer category. Consumption of low alcohol and non-alcoholic beers is also increasing every year.

"The trends in Bulgaria are similar. Annual independent surveys for the beer category show that 30% of Bulgarians consider beer to be part of a healthy lifestyle with moderate consumption, and 35% think it is the right drink for them. Therefore, more than ever, the industry is striving to meet the expectations of consumers with sustainable production, product innovation, full transparency of ingredients, nutrients and calories of almost 100% of all beer produced in the country. "Said...