Visualizing Which Countries Drink the Most Beer
Humans have been drinking beer for thousands of years—and since it’s still one of the most popular beverages worldwide, it seems we haven’t gotten sick of it yet. The latest available data shows that beer consumption exceeded 177 million kiloliters around the world in 2020.
Beer consumption occurs all over the world, but the amount varies greatly depending on the location. So, which countries drink the most beer?
This graphic uses data from Kirin Holdings to compare global beer consumption by country. Kirin is a Japanese company that has been tracking beer consumption around the world since 1975.
Which Countries Drink the Most Beer?
When it comes to total beer consumption, China ranks number one.
In 2020, the country’s consumption reached 36 million kiloliters—that’s enough beer to fill more than 14,000 Olympic-sized pools. The country accounts for a whopping one-fifth of total beer consumption worldwide. Archaeological evidence also suggests that China has a beer producing history that goes back thousands of years.
Here’s a look at the top 25 countries for beer consumption, and their global market share:
| Ranking 2020 | Country | Total Consumption (thousand kl) | Global Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  China | 36,088 | 20.30% |
| 2 |  United States of America | 24,105 | 13.60% |
| 3 |  Brazil | 13,847 | 7.80% |
| 4 |  Russia | 8,646 | 4.90% |
| 5 |  Mexico | 8,287 | 4.70% |
| 6 |  Germany | 7,746 | 4.40% |
| 7 |  Japan | 4,416 | 2.50% |
| 8 |  United Kingdom | 4,088 | 2.30% |
| 9 |  Vietnam | 3,845 | 2.20% |
| 10 |  Spain | 3,815 | 2.10% |
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