Benelux: Market for Cider, Perry, Mead And Other Fermented Beverages 2024

Market Size for Cider, Perry, Mead And Other Fermented Beverages in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux cider, perry and mead market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Cider, Perry, Mead And Other Fermented Beverages in Benelux

In value terms, cider, perry and mead production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Cider, Perry, Mead And Other Fermented Beverages

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, the amount of cider, perry, mead and other fermented beverages exported in Benelux declined to X litres, reducing by -6.9% on the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X litres in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cider, perry and mead exports expanded notably to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 15%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Belgium (X litres) and the Netherlands (X litres) represented the main exporter of cider, perry, mead and other fermented beverages in Benelux, constituting 99.9% of total export.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Belgium (with a CAGR of +4.2%).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021.

Among the main exporting countries, Belgium, with a CAGR of +5.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per litre, rising by 17% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per litre in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per litre), while Belgium totaled $X per litre.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+0.7%).

Imports of Cider, Perry, Mead And Other Fermented Beverages

Imports in Benelux

Cider, perry and mead imports reduced slightly to X litres in 2021, falling by -1.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 35%. The volume of import peaked at X litres in 2020, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

In value terms, cider, perry and mead imports stood at $X in 2021. Total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X litres) represented the major importer of cider, perry, mead and other fermented beverages, constituting 71% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X litres), making up a 28% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the cider, perry, mead and other fermented beverages imports, with a CAGR of +12.6% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Belgium (+6.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. The Netherlands (+11 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Belgium saw its share reduced by -11.1% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, the largest cider, perry and mead importing markets in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X) and Belgium ($X).

Among the main importing countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +9.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per litre, jumping by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a perceptible reduction. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per litre in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per litre), while the Netherlands totaled $X per litre.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-1.7%).

Source: IndexBox Platform