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In 2024, beer production in the European Union reached a remarkable total of 34.7 billion liters, of which 32.7 billion corresponded to beers with more than 0.5% alcohol. This 0.6% increase compared to 2023 is equivalent to 0.2 billion liters. Furthermore, beers with an alcohol content of less than 0.5% also saw significant growth of 11.1%, reaching 2 billion liters.
Germany solidified its position as the leading producer, generating 7.2 billion liters, which accounts for 22.2% of total production in the EU. Spain and Poland ranked second and third, producing 4.0 billion (12.3%) and 3.4 billion (10.6%) liters, respectively. The Netherlands, with 2.2 billion liters (6.8%), and Belgium, with 2.1 billion (6.3%), round out the top five producers in the region.
Regarding exports, the Netherlands led as the largest beer exporter, with a total of 1.5 billion liters of alcoholic beer in 2024. However, this figure represented a 12% decrease compared to the previous year, losing 0.2 billion liters. Germany and Belgium followed on the list, each with 1.4 billion liters exported, while the Czech Republic and Ireland contributed with 0.6 billion and 0.5 billion liters, respectively.
In terms of imports, France remained the largest importer of alcoholic beer, with 0.8 billion liters, followed by Italy, which imported over 0.7 billion. Spain and Germany, with nearly 0.6 billion liters each, along with the Netherlands, which imported close to 0.5 billion liters, also stood out in this category.
This overview was revealed coinciding with the celebration of International Beer Day, which takes place on the first Friday of August each year. This event highlights not only the significance of the brewing industry but also the culture and connections that unite various nations through this cherished beverage.
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