5 Most Consumed Alcohols in the World

In this article, we are going to discuss the 5 most consumed alcohols in the world. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the global alcohol industry, the most consumed liquor brands in the world, the largest alcohol company in the world, and the fastest growing alcohol category, head to the 20 Most Consumed Alcohols in the World.

5. Whiskey

Global Market Size in 2022: $64 billion

The consumption of alcohol is shifting away from beer and wine and millennials are more likely to experiment with other alcoholic beverages, resulting in the growth of a ‘cocktail culture’. As a result of this tendency, the use of whiskey as a premium ingredient has increased. 

2022 was a great year for Scotch whisky and exports of Scotland’s native spirit hit $7.5 billion last year, the highest figures ever. Exports by volume also rose substantially, with the number of 700 ml bottles shipped overseas up by 21%, to 1.67 billion.