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The 2025 Beverage Consumer: What They Want, Why It Matters, and How to Win Them Over

The global beverage landscape is evolving at unprecedented speed. From low-ABV hard teas to microplastic-free baby bottles, today's consumers are sharper, more informed, and more demanding than ever before. For importers, retailers, and distributors, understanding who these consumers are—and how to serve them—is no longer optional. It's essential.

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Craft Beer in Thailand - 2025 Market Report

Total beer volume sales increase by 8% in 2024 to 2.2 billion litres; craft beer continues to increase with localized proudction now available in 2025; many importers have exited the market. Stout is the best performing category in 2024, with total volume sales rising by 25% to 1.7 million litres. Boon Rawd Brewery Co Ltd is the leading player in 2024, with a total volume share of 57%. Total volume sales in 2025 are set to rise at a CAGR of 3% over the forecast period to 2.5 billion litres

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Beer in Taiwan - 2025 Market Summary

The beer market in Taiwan is in flux. Total volume sales fall by 3% in 2023 to 498 million litres. Stout is the best performing category in 2023, with total volume sales rising by 3% to 395,900 litres, while Taiwan Tobacco & Liquor Corp is the leading player in 2023, with a total volume share of 38%. Total volume sales are set to decrease at a CAGR of 2% over the forecast period to 454 million litres

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Why Canadian Craft Beer is the Next Big Thing in Asia

Asian markets are embracing craft beer like never before, and Canadian craft beer is at the forefront of this growing trend. From the rise of specialty beer bars to booming demand for innovative flavors, Canada’s craft breweries have a prime opportunity to expand. Learn why Canadian beer is thriving in Asia and how PacRim Distributors connects breweries with the right buyers and distributors. Read more: https://www.pacrimdistributors.com.

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How to Export Canadian Craft Beer: A Guide for Breweries

Thinking about exporting your craft beer? The process can be complex, but with the right strategy, Canadian breweries can tap into lucrative international markets. From regulatory compliance to securing distribution channels, partnering with an experienced Canadian beer export specialist ensures a smooth entry into global markets. Discover step-by-step insights into expanding your brewery’s reach with PacRim Distributors. Read more: https://www.pacrimdistributors.com.

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Alcoholic Drinks in Middle East and Africa

Check out PACRIM’s Guide to Alcohol in the Middle East and Africa, where the alcoholic drinks market has made a swift recovery from the pandemic losses of 2020, returning to pre-COVID-19 sales levels already in 2023. In spite of the difficult economic situation, premiumization continued to be seen in Nigeria, although it slowed in 2023. Higher-income consumers, the key consumers of premium products, tend to less impacted by difficult economic conditions. Another trend being seen in a number of countries is the ongoing popularization of no-/low-alcohol products.

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How Canadian Craft Beer is Made

The world of Canadian craft beer is a rich tapestry of tradition, innovation, and unparalleled dedication. With the vast landscapes of Canada as its backdrop, this industry has seen a surge in popularity, and it's essential to understand the journey from barley to bottle. Let's embark on a tour of the making of Canadian craft beer.

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New Consumer Landscape: Rethinking Consumer Industries

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the consumer landscape, giving rise to changes in consumer priorities and preferences. This requires companies across a range consumer industries – from alcoholic drinks and apparel and footwear through to home care and consumer finance – to rethink their strategies and innovate to meet the changing needs of post-pandemic consumers.

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Recreating Social Occasions Post Covid in Craft Beer

This post considers what socialising will look like in a post-COVID-19 era, focusing on several key questions. A return to the “Roaring Twenties” in the beverages space or a continuing decimation of the on-trade? How has socialising changed (eg hometainment trends) and when will the on-trade recover? How will mood management impact this area? Overall, socialising is expected to become more dispersed as work habits shift, with consumers likely remaining cautious, even amidst a desire for normalcy.

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HOT TAKE: 6 Export Tips for Breweries Looking to Sell in Asia

There was a time, long ago, when beer was categorized as either domestic or import. Both tasted the same, but one was more expensive. Today, we Canadians are living in the golden age for beer. Not only do consumers enjoy an incredibly wide selection of breweries and beer styles, but Canadian breweries make remarkably good beer. So why not share with the rest of the world?

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