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France Beer Market 2025
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France’s beer market is projected to edge higher from USD 14.6 billion in 2025 to USD 16.8 billion by 2030, translating into a moderate 2.9% compound annual growth rate. Beneath this steady top-line expansion, however, the sector is undergoing a pronounced shift in consumption habits and value perception. Consumers are embracing more moderate drinking patterns, curbing overall volume growth and placing greater emphasis on quality, distinctive flavors and authentic brand stories rather than sheer quantity. This has created a dual dynamic in which price sensitivity is rising due to inflation and broader economic pressures, yet demand for premium, high-margin products continues to strengthen.
Major brewers and craft producers alike are responding to these evolving tastes by expanding their portfolios with innovative flavor profiles and limited-edition lagers. New releases are increasingly designed to cater to consumers’ appetite for novelty and variety, signaling a shift away from a one-size-fits-all approach toward more segmented offerings. In parallel, inflation and higher input costs are prompting brewers to rethink packaging formats, develop partnerships and streamline production to offset rising expenses without compromising on perceived value.
Convenience is also reshaping distribution. The growth of “click-and-collect” services and online channels reflects how consumers are seeking faster, more flexible ways to purchase beer, particularly in urban areas where digital adoption is high. This integration of e-commerce and traditional retail formats is redefining how brands reach their customers, enabling more personalized marketing and direct-to-consumer engagement.
Together, these factors underscore a market where moderation, premiumization and convenience intersect. France’s beer industry is adapting to this environment by leaning into innovation, digital channels and quality differentiation, balancing affordability pressures with the pursuit of higher-value segments to sustain growth in an era of shifting consumer expectations.
Providing a holistic view of the France beer market, this report analyzes historical performance from 2020 to 2024 and projects trends through 2030. It evaluates market size, growth rates, and key segments, uncovering the forces driving change in the sector. With a focus on product type, category, packaging and distribution channel, the report delivers a detailed analysis to inform strategic planning and market positioning.
Market Segmentation
The France beer market is structured as follows:
Product type: ale, weissbier, lager, no-/low-alcohol beer, stout
Category: craft, non-craft
Packaging: glass bottles, aluminum cans, others
Distribution channel: convenience stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, discounters, food and drinks stores, bars and HoReCa, e-commerce, others
The beer market in the France is segmented by product type, category, packaging and distribution channel. By product type, the market is categorized into ale, weissbier, lager, no-/low-alcohol beer, and stout. Category segments are divided into craft, and non-craft. Packaging segments consist of glass bottles, aluminum cans, and others. Distribution channel segmentation includes convenience stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, discounters, food and drinks stores, bars and HoReCa, e-commerce, and others.
Competitive Landscape
In examining the competitive landscape, key players in the beer market include Swinkels Family Breweries N.V., Heineken N.V., Duvel Moortgat NV, Difcom La Cave des Peres S.A., Carlsberg A/S, BrewDog PLC, Brasseries Duyck S.A., Brasserie Meteor S.A., Brasserie de Saint-Sylvestre S.A., Brasserie De Saint-Omer, Brasserie Castelain, Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. and AB InBev.
The report provides a detailed assessment of prominent companies within the beer market, tracking their performance from 2020 to 2024. Insights reveal fluctuations in market share, highlighting both veteran leaders and emerging players.
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
France Beer Market – Product Type Analysis
France Beer Market – Category Analysis
France Beer Market – Packaging Analysis
France Beer Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Swinkels Family Breweries N.V.
Heineken N.V.
Duvel Moortgat NV
Difcom La Cave des Peres S.A.
Carlsberg A/S
BrewDog PLC
Brasseries Duyck S.A.
Brasserie Meteor S.A.
Brasserie de Saint-Sylvestre S.A.
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer
FIGURES AND TABLES
Table France Beer Market 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table France Beer Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table France Beer Market by Category, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Category, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Category, 2020-2030
Table France Beer Market by Packaging, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Packaging, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Packaging, 2020-2030
Table France Beer Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart France Beer Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table France Beer Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart France Beer Market, by Companies, 2024
Table France Beer Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart France Beer Market, by Brands, 2024
Table France – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table France – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table France – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table France Beer Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table France Beer Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)
Companies Mentioned
Swinkels Family Breweries N.V.
Heineken N.V.
Duvel Moortgat NV
Difcom La Cave des Peres S.A.
Carlsberg A/S
BrewDog PLC
Brasseries Duyck S.A.
Brasserie Meteor S.A.
Brasserie de Saint-Sylvestre S.A.
Brasserie De Saint-Omer
Brasserie Castelain
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.
AB InBev
| Product Type | Market Research |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe |
| Published Date | 2025 |
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