Product Code: ETC048320 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Feb 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 1012, Which has decreased slightly as compared to the HHI of 1218 in 2017. The market is moving towards highly competitive. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) beer market has been experiencing steady growth from 2025 to 2031. Beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the country, and the market`s expansion can be attributed to factors such as a growing expatriate population, increasing tourism, and changing consumer preferences.
Several factors have driven the growth of the beer market in the UAE. Firstly, with a large and diverse expatriate population, there is a strong demand for beer that reflects various cultural preferences and tastes. The availability of international beer brands and craft breweries has catered to this demand. Secondly, the UAE is a major tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the world. The country`s vibrant nightlife and hospitality industry have contributed to the increased consumption of beer among tourists and locals alike. Additionally, changes in social attitudes and the acceptance of moderate alcohol consumption have influenced the growing popularity of beer in the UAE.
Despite its growth, the UAE beer market faces certain challenges. One of the key challenges is the strict regulations and cultural norms surrounding alcohol consumption in the country. The UAE follows Islamic laws that prohibit the consumption of alcohol by Muslims and impose restrictions on its sale and distribution. As a result, the market is mainly driven by the expatriate and tourist population. Additionally, high taxes and import duties on alcoholic beverages can impact the pricing and availability of beer in the market.
The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2025 had a significant impact on the UAE beer market. With the implementation of restrictions on social gatherings, nightlife, and tourism, the demand for beer in bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues declined. The closure of hotels and resorts also affected beer sales to tourists. However, the shift to home consumption during lockdowns led to an increase in beer sales through retail channels and online platforms. As the country`s economy gradually reopened, the beer market showed signs of recovery.
Anheuser-Busch InBev, Heineken N.V, Carlsberg Group, AB InBev MENA and Asahi Breweries, Ltd.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By By Packaging, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By By Production, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Lager, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Ale, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Stout & Porter, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Malt, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market, By Category |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Popular Price, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Premium, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Super Premium, 2021-2031F |
6.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market, By By Packaging |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By PET Bottle, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal Can, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market, By By Production |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Macro-brewery, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Micro-brewery, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Craft Brewery, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Opportunity Assessment, By By Packaging, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Opportunity Assessment, By By Production, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Beer Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |