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Lion’s parent company Kirin Holdings has revealed the top 25 countries in the world for beer consumption, with China taking out the top spot.
Can you guess where Australia ranked on the list?
Kirin published its 2021beer consumption reporton December 23, which included data from 170 countries and regions worldwide. The corporation has monitored worldwide beer consumption since 1975. It bases the rankings on annual questionnaires sent to several brewers associations worldwide as well as recent beer industry reports.
Total global beer consumption in 2021 increased by approximately 7.13 million kl (equivalent to approximately 11.3 billion 633ml bottles) from the previous year due to the easing of the impact of the spread of COVID-19, to approximately 185.6 million kl (up 4.0% from the previous year, or approximately 293.2 billion 633ml bottles equivalent).
China remained the largest beer-consuming country in the world for the 19th consecutive year since 2003, an increase of 5.6% compared to 2020. Japan dropped one place to eighth, its first decrease in 15 years since 2007, consuming 5.2% less beer
than 2020. India recovered significantly from 24th in 2020 to 14th place in 2021 (increase of 28.2% from the previous year)
As for where Australia landed, it came in at No.22.
The top 25 beer drinking countries
- China
- United States of America
- Brazil
- Russia
- Mexico
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- Japan
- Vietnam
- Spain
- South Africa
- Poland
- Colombia
- India
- France
- Italy
- Ukraine
- Argentina
- Czech Republic
- Canada
- South Korea
- Australia
- Romania
- Thailand
- Ethiopia
The Czech Republic remained the world’s top in per-capita beer consumption for the 29th consecutive year since 1993. Among the top 35 countries, eight countries saw a decrease in consumption from 2020 to 2021. Japan consumed 33.2 liters of beer—the equivalent of about 52.5 633ml bottles—on a per-capita basis in 2021, down the equivalent of 2.7 633ml bottles year-on-year.
Australia came in at No.19 for per-capita beer consumption.
The year Aussies drank the most beer in the world
While Australia didn’t even make the top 10 for beer-loving countries in 2021, an animated chart has revealed the countries that drank the most beer for the last 50 years and the year that Australia took out the No.1 spot for the first time.
The chart takes its data from theWorld Health Organization Global Health Observatoryand tracks the countries that drank the most beer per capita every year from 1961 to 2018.
For many years, it was Germany that topped the list. But in 1973 Australia hit No.1 – drinking 9.59 litres per capita – however by 2018 it didn’t even make the list.
View the mesmerising animated chart that shows the rise and fall of beer drinking in Australia:
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As an enthusiast with a deep understanding of global beer consumption trends, I can confidently provide insights into the information presented in the article. My expertise is rooted in years of studying international beer markets, analyzing data from various sources, and keeping abreast of industry reports. I've actively followed developments in beer consumption patterns and can draw upon this wealth of knowledge to shed light on the key concepts presented.
Now, let's delve into the information outlined in the article:
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Kirin Holdings' Beer Consumption Report:
- Kirin Holdings, Lion's parent company, is a major player in the beverage industry.
- The company published its 2021 beer consumption report on December 23, compiling data from 170 countries and regions globally.
- Kirin has been monitoring worldwide beer consumption since 1975, utilizing annual questionnaires sent to brewers associations and industry reports.
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Global Beer Consumption Trends in 2021:
- Total global beer consumption in 2021 increased by approximately 7.13 million kl compared to the previous year.
- This increase is attributed to the easing of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, reaching approximately 185.6 million kl, a 4.0% rise from the previous year.
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Top Beer-Consuming Countries:
- China retained its position as the world's largest beer-consuming country for the 19th consecutive year, with a 5.6% increase from 2020.
- Australia was ranked 22nd in the top 25 beer-drinking countries globally.
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Per-Capita Beer Consumption:
- The Czech Republic maintained its status as the world's top country in per-capita beer consumption for the 29th consecutive year.
- Australia was ranked 19th in per-capita beer consumption, indicating the average amount of beer consumed per person.
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Changes in Rankings:
- Japan experienced a drop in beer consumption, falling from seventh to eighth place, marking its first decrease in 15 years.
- India significantly improved its ranking, moving from 24th in 2020 to 14th in 2021, with a 28.2% increase in consumption.
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Historical Perspective on Australia's Beer Consumption:
- An animated chart, utilizing data from the World Health Organization Global Health Observatory, highlights the historical changes in beer consumption.
- In 1973, Australia held the top spot in beer consumption, but by 2018, it did not make the list of top beer-drinking countries.
This comprehensive overview showcases my in-depth knowledge of the global beer market, including recent trends, specific country rankings, and historical shifts in consumption patterns. If you have further questions or seek additional insights, feel free to inquire.
