Global Beer Ingredients Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031

Beer Ingredients Market Analysis and Size

Growing popularity of craft beer and microbrewery trends and increasing beer consumption around the globe are driving for the growth of market. Fluctuating prices of raw materials and supply chain disruptions, affecting demand is restraining the market growth. Technological advancements and innovations in brewing technology are fostering the growth of the market is expected to provide opportunitiy for the market growth. Issues related to environmental sustainability and resource management is expected to challenge the market.

Data Bridge Market Research analyzes that the global beer ingredients market is expected to grow with a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2031 and is expected to reach USD 33.18 billion by 2031 from USD 19.75 billion in 2023.

Market Definition

Beer ingredients include malt, hops, yeast, and water. Malt, usually derived from barley, provides fermentable sugars for alcohol production. Hops add bitterness, aroma, and act as a natural preservative. Yeast ferments the sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide, influencing the beer flavor and texture. Water, making up about 90-95% of beer, affects its taste based on mineral content. The beer ingredients market supplies these essential components to both commercial and craft breweries. Breweries use these ingredients to produce various beer styles, from lagers to ales.

Global Beer Ingredients Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Growing Popularity of Craft Beer and Microbrewery Trends

Consumers increasingly favour unique and high-quality beer experiences, which craft breweries are well-positioned to provide. This shift in consumer preference is leading to a surge in demand for premium and diverse beer ingredients such as specialty malts, unique hop varieties, and innovative yeast strains. As a result, suppliers of these ingredients are witnessing increased sales, thereby propelling the market forward.

Craft beer and microbreweries prioritize quality and innovation over mass production, leading to an increased use of diverse and high-quality ingredients. Brewers experiment with various malt types, hop profiles, and yeast strains to create distinctive flavors and aromas. This experimentation drives demand for specialty ingredients, benefiting suppliers and encouraging further market growth. Additionally, the emphasis on locally sourced and organic ingredients aligns with broader consumer trends towards sustainability and health, further boosting the beer ingredients market.

• Increasing Beer Consumption around the Globe

The rise in global beer consumption can be attributed to changing lifestyles, increasing disposable incomes, and the growing popularity of craft beer. This trend has led to a higher demand for quality ingredients such as malt, hops, yeast, and adjuncts, which are essential in brewing various types of beer. Brewers are increasingly focusing on sourcing premium ingredients to produce distinctive flavors and meet consumer expectations, thereby fueling the growth of the beer ingredients market.

Craft beer, in particular, has seen a substantial rise in popularity, with consumers seeking unique and diverse beer options. This shift has driven small and large breweries to experiment with new ingredients and brewing techniques to differentiate their products. The need for specialized ingredients, such as exotic hops and artisanal malts, has surged, pushing the beer ingredients market to expand.

Opportunity

• Technological Advancements and Innovations in Brewing Technology

Modern brewing technologies, such as automated brewing systems, advanced fermentation techniques, and precision agriculture, have revolutionized the production process. These advancements have enabled brewers to enhance the quality, consistency, and efficiency of beer production, which, in turn, has increased the demand for high-quality ingredients. Brewers now have the tools to experiment with different ingredients, leading to the creation of unique beer flavors and varieties that cater to diverse consumer preferences.

Technological advancements and innovations in brewing technology have provided significant opportunities for the beer ingredients market. These advancements have not only improved the quality and diversity of ingredients but have also enhanced production efficiency and sustainability. As brewers continue to adopt and integrate these technologies, the demand for high-quality, specialized, and sustainable ingredients is expected to grow, driving the expansion of the beer ingredients market. This dynamic interplay between technology and ingredient development underscores the critical role of innovation in shaping the future of the brewing industry.

Restraint/Challenge

• Fluctuating Prices of Raw Materials and Supply Chain Disruptions

Raw materials such as barley, hops, yeast, and water are essential for beer production. Any volatility in their prices directly impacts the cost structure of beer manufacturers. For example, adverse weather conditions, changes in agricultural output, and geopolitical tensions can cause price swings in barley and hops, leading to increased production costs. Consequently, beer manufacturers may face challenges in maintaining consistent pricing and profitability, which ultimately hinders market growth.

The beer ingredients market faces competition from other industries that also require these raw materials. For instance, the food and beverage industry, biofuel production, and even the pharmaceutical sector compete for the same agricultural products. This competition can drive up prices and create supply shortages, further straining the beer ingredients market. Manufacturers must strategically manage their supply chains and establish long-term contracts with suppliers to mitigate these risks, but this is not always feasible for smaller brewers with limited bargaining power.

Recent Developments

• In June 2024, the cooperatives Agrária, Bom Jesus, Capal, Castrolanda, Coopagrícola, and Frísia jointly inaugurated Maltaria Campos Gerais, marking a significant milestone for Paraná as Brazil's leading producer of malt. Situated along PR-151 between Ponta Grossa and Carambeí, this new facility ensures that four out of every ten beers brewed in Brazil will use malt sourced from Paraná. The plant boasts an impressive annual production capacity of 240,000 tons. This will add up in the company’s annual revenue
• In December 2023, AEB Group spa, a well-known international group specializing in biotechnologies, natural ingredients, sanitation, and filtration systems for wine, beer, and other food and beverages, announced the acquisition of ExperTi. ExperTi, an Italian company based in the province of Verona, emerged from the takeover of the Tebaldi business unit, which had been active for over 30 years in distributing and selling biotechnologies and advanced plant solutions for the wine and beer industry. The acquisition of ExperTi bolstered AEB's capabilities in distributing biotechnologies and advanced plant solutions for the wine and beer industry

Global Beer Ingredients Market Scope

Global beer ingredients market is segmented into six notable segments based on ingredients, beer type, nature, form, category, and end use brewery. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze major growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to make strategic decisions to identify core market applications.

Ingredients

• Malt and Malt Extracts
• Hops
• Yeast
• Enzymes
• Beer Adjuncts
• Others

On the basis of ingredients, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into malt and malt extracts, hops, yeast, enzymes, beer adjuncts, and others.

Beer Type

• Ale Beer
• Lager Beer/Pilsner
• Stout Beer
• Porter Beer
• Wheat Beer
• Others

On the basis of beer type, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into ale beer, lager beer/pilsner, stout beer, porter beer, wheat beer, and others.

Nature

• NON-GMO
• GMO

On the basis of nature, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into non-GMO and GMO.

Form

• Dry
• Liquid

On the basis of form, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into dry and liquid.

Category

• Organic
• Conventional

On the basis of category, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into organic and conventional.

End Use Brewery

• Micro-Brewery
• Craft Brewery
• Macro-Brewery
• Others

On the basis of end use brewery, the global beer ingredients market is segmented into micro-brewery, craft brewery, macro-brewery, and others.

Global Beer Ingredients Market Regional Analysis/Insights

Global beer ingredients market is segmented into six notable segments based on ingredients, beer type, nature, form, category, and end use brewery.

The countries in the global beer ingredients market are U.S., Canada, Mexico, China, Australia, Japan, India, South Korea, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Rest of Asia-Pacific, Germany, France, U.K., Belgium, Russia, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Turkey, Switzerland, Rest of Europe, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America, South Africa, U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Rest of Middle East and Africa.

Europe is expected to dominate the market due to its rich brewing heritage, high consumption rates, numerous renowned breweries, and strong emphasis on quality ingredients and innovative brewing techniques. Germany is dominating in the Europe region, due to growing popularity of craft beer and microbrewery trends.

U.S. is dominating in North America, due to its Perceived health benefits of moderate beer consumption and Increasing beer consumption.

China is dominating in the Asia-Pacific region due to strong economic growth and significant investments in the beverages industry further boost the market.

The country section of the report also provides individual market-impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data point downstream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends porter's five forces analysis, and case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, the impact of domestic tariffs, and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Competitive Landscape and Global Beer Ingredients Market Share Analysis

Global beer ingredients market competitive landscape provides details by competitors. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, production sites and facilities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product trials pipelines, product approvals, patents, product width and breadth, application dominance, technology lifeline curve. The above data points provided are only related to the companies’ focus related to the global beer ingredients market.

Some of the prominent participants operating in the global Beer ingredients market  are Cargill, Incorporated, Agraria, Associated British Foods plc, Fermentis, DSM, RahrBSG (Subsidiary of Rahr Corporation), Lallemand Inc., Kerry Group plc., Briess Industries, Inc., AngelYeast Co., Ltd, John I. Haas, Muntons Plc, Novozymes A/S, part of Novonesis Group, White Labs., Malteurop, Enzyme Development Corporation, AEB Group spa, Antozyme Biotech Pvt Ltd, Leiber (Subsidiary of Rahr Corporation), VIKING MALT, Nature BioScience Pvt. L.T.D., Aumgene Biosciences, and Foodchem International Corporation among others.

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