Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) Market Report 2025

The drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $158.92 billion in 2024 to $162.4 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to social and cultural trends, economic conditions and disposable income, entertainment and leisure industry growth, licensing and regulatory environment, tourism and hospitality trends.

The drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $187.97 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to changing consumer lifestyles, innovations in beverage offerings, focus on craft and local products, culinary and mixology trends, health, and wellness considerations. Major trends in the forecast period include events and entertainment programming, partnerships with local food providers, social media and influencer marketing, adaptation to changing consumer behavior, sustainability and eco-friendly practices.

Rising alcohol consumption is significantly driving the growth of the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market in the future. Alcohol consumption refers to the act of drinking beverages that contain ethyl alcohol. Pubs and bars foster a positive social atmosphere where friends can come together to enjoy drinks safely. Consequently, the increasing consumption of alcohol is enhancing the sales of drinking establishments like bars and pubs. For example, a report released by Statistics Canada in February 2023 stated that sales of alcoholic beverages at retail outlets and liquor authorities reached $26.1 billion in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, marking a 2.4% increase from the previous year. Wine sales rose by 2.1% to $8.1 billion during 2021 and 2022. Beer accounted for 34.9% of the total value of all alcohol sales in 2021-2022, followed by wine at 31.3%, spirits at 25.8%, and ciders and coolers at 8%. Therefore, the increasing consumption of alcohol is fueling the growth of the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market.

The escalating trend of socializing stands as a driving force behind the growth of the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market. Socializing encompasses various activities involving spending time with others to connect and derive enjoyment. Drinking places such as bars, pubs, and taverns have traditionally served as hubs for social gatherings, offering a relaxed and convivial ambiance for individuals to unwind and engage in conversations. For instance, data from a survey conducted by CivicScience in January 2023 indicated that approximately 43% of 3,416 surveyed US adults engage in socializing with friends in person on a daily or weekly basis. This increasing emphasis on social interaction propels the growth of the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market, underscoring the pivotal role these venues play in fostering social connections.

The adoption of self-service beer taps represents a prominent trend gaining traction within the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market. Companies operating within this market are increasingly installing self-service beer taps to enhance operational efficiency and overall profitability. An illustrative example involves Dirty Dog Taphaus, a US-based pub, which introduced a self-pour taproom featuring a 30-tap self-service beverage system powered by iPourIt Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-enabled technology in June 2022. This innovative system offers a rotating selection of craft beers, ciders, and seltzers, catering to consumer preferences and enhancing the overall drinking experience within such establishments. The increasing focus on self-service beer taps reflects a notable trend in modernizing and streamlining operations within the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market.

Leading companies in the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market are prioritizing the development of technological innovations, particularly age verification technology, to establish a competitive advantage. Age verification technology comprises software utilized to authenticate an individual's age, limiting access to content or services deemed inappropriate for minors. For instance, in May 2023, Amazon.com Inc., a prominent US-based online retailer and technology provider, introduced Amazon One, a palm-reading payment system designed for age verification in drinking places. This innovative feature permits eligible customers to purchase alcohol effortlessly by waving their hand over an Amazon One device. The technology aims to streamline the process for legal-aged customers, enabling them to hover their palm over the device during alcohol purchases. Upon verification, the device displays a '21+' message along with the customer's uploaded selfie, facilitating a smooth and frictionless experience for alcohol purchases.

In October 2022, Bira 91, an India-based craft beer brand, completed the acquisition of The Beer Cafe for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition aligns with Bira 91's objective of bolstering its presence in bars and taprooms while establishing India's pioneering Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) platform specifically dedicated to beer. The Beer Cafe, an India-based chain of beer-serving pubs, stood as the acquisition target for Bira 91, emphasizing the company's strategic intent to expand its footprint within the beer-centric market. This acquisition not only enhances Bira 91's positioning but also paves the way for a significant D2C platform focusing on beer consumption, solidifying its prominence within the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market.

Major companies operating in the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market include Boadas Cocktails, Kings Head Pub, Attaboy Holdings Ltd., Floreria Atlantico, Four Seasons Hotels Ltd., Hakkasan Group Ltd., J D Wetherspoon plc, Licoreria Limantour, Maybourne Hotel Group, McKs Tavern Co., Mitchells and Butlers plc, EIH Ltd., Public Call Office, The Atlas Bar Inc., The Cats Eye Pub, Trailer Happiness, Anheuser-Busch InBev Sa/NV, Diageo plc, Constellation Brands Inc., Pernod Ricard SA, Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., United Breweries Limited, Halewood International Holdings plc, Bacardi Limited, Brown-Forman Corporation, Carlsberg India Pvt. Ltd., China Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited, Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A., Craft Brew Alliance Inc., Distell Group Limited, Grupo Modelo S.A. de C.V., Kirin Holdings Company Limited, Molson Coors Beverage Company.

Europe was the largest region in the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market in 2024. The regions covered in the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Drinking places (alcoholic beverages) are establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption, including beer, ale, wine, and spirits. These establishments provide a diverse selection of alcoholic beverages, making them attractive destinations for individuals seeking a variety of drink options during their leisure time. Additionally, they often offer a range of sophisticated cocktails and other beverages.

The main product categories offered by drinking places include alcoholic beverages and food items. Alcoholic beverages encompass fermented drinks containing ethanol (CH3CH2OH), such as wine, beer, and distilled spirits, and these establishments cater to both male and female clientele.

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The drinking places (alcoholic beverages) market includes revenues earned by entities by providing martinis, manhattans, mojitos, margaritas and different types of food alongside alcoholic and other mixed alcoholic drinks. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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