5 Countries with the Highest Percentage of Non-Drinkers

In this article, we are going to discuss the 5 countries with the highest percentage of non-drinkers. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the global alcohol industry, the rise of sober tourism, and the opportunities for non-alcoholic beverages in countries with a low prevalence of alcohol, head to 17 Countries with the Highest Percentage of Non-Drinkers. 

5. Kuwait 

Percentage of Non-Drinkers: 97.9%

Alcohol consumption and sales have been banned in Kuwait since 1964, including sales via international hotels, and therefore, 100% of sales generated in Kuwait’s alcoholic drinks industry come from non-alcoholic beer. The category witnessed an upturn in its performance in 2022 as it witnessed some recovery from the impact of the Covid-19 crisis and the effects of the ban on smoking shisha inside cafés and restaurants. No taxes or duties are imposed on non-alcoholic beer in the Middle Eastern country.