# Italian beverage and spirits export trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-beverage-and-spirits-export-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-24T22:01:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The Italian beverage and spirits sector is navigating shifting global consumption patterns and economic challenges. In 2025, Italian spirits exports reached 1.7 billion euros, a 5% decrease from 2024 but significantly higher than 2019 levels. This resilience in the spirits sector has outpaced competitors such as France, the United States, and Mexico during a period of market contraction.

Consumer preferences are also evolving in specific international markets. In the United Kingdom, Mediterranean-style lagers and Pilsners are increasingly displacing traditional Ales. In the United States, while alcoholic exports have faced declines—partly attributed to tariffs—there has been an 11.1% growth in Italian mineral water and non-alcoholic soft drinks, driven by a preference for premium non-alcoholic options.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Italian beverage exports see shifts in UK and US markets

Italian beverage trends show a rise in lager popularity in UK pubs and a significant 11.1% growth in mineral water and soft drink exports to the US, despite declines in alcoholic beverage sales.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-beverage-exports-see-shifts-in-uk-and-us-markets

### 2026-08-14: Italian spirits sector shows resilience amid global consumption slowdown

Italian spirits exports reached 1.7 billion euros in 2025. Despite a 5% annual decline, the sector outperformed competitors like France and the US by focusing on mixology and ready-to-drink products.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-spirits-sector-shows-resilience-amid-global-consumption-slowdown

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