| Product Code: ETC4948445 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |

Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market has shown a fluctuating trend in recent years. The peak market size was €0.69 million in 2022, followed by a decline to €0.17 million in 2030. Actual market sizes decreased from €0.53 million in 2021 to €0.47 million in 2024. Forecasted sizes are expected to continue declining from 2025 to 2030. The CAGR for the period 2022-24 was -17.85%, while for 2025-30 it stands at -15.85%. The market faced declines due to changing consumer preferences towards healthier alternatives and regulatory pressures on alcohol consumption. Looking ahead, Ireland is set to introduce new sustainable packaging initiatives in the alcoholic spirits sector, aiming to align with global environmental standards and cater to eco-conscious consumers. These developments reflect the industry's response to evolving market dynamics and sustainability trends.

In the Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market, exports experienced a notable fluctuation over the observed years. In 2019, exports started at €6.0 thousand, decreasing to €3.28 thousand in 2020, before witnessing a substantial increase to €29.8 thousand in 2022, marking a peak point. However, there was a sharp decline to €11.17 thousand in 2023 and a further decrease to €6.68 thousand in 2024. This downward trend continued in 2025, with exports amounting to approximately €5.02 thousand. On the other hand, imports showed a more stable trend, starting at €492.23 thousand in 2019 and steadily increasing to €627.34 thousand in 2022. Despite a slight dip in 2023 to €343.44 thousand, imports rebounded in 2024 to €449.88 thousand and settled at around €401.28 thousand in 2025. The fluctuations in exports can be attributed to changing consumer preferences, global economic conditions, and shifts in export regulations impacting the alcoholic spirits industry. As for imports, the stable growth reflects consistent demand for alcoholic spirits in Ireland, potentially driven by factors such as increasing disposable incomes and evolving consumer tastes.
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 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume Share, By ? Product Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channels, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of consumers in Ireland |
4.2.2 Growing trend of premiumization in the alcoholic spirits market |
4.2.3 Rise in tourism and hospitality industry in Ireland |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and taxes on alcoholic beverages |
4.3.2 Health concerns leading to a shift towards healthier lifestyle choices |
5 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Trends |
6 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market, By ? Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Brandy & Cognac, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Rum, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Tequila, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By White Spirits, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Whiskey, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Liqueurs, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market, By Distribution Channels |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets & Hypermarkets, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquor Specialist Stores, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Grocery Retailers, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.5 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retailing, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.6 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches in the alcoholic spirits market |
8.2 Consumer perception and demand for craft and artisanal spirits |
8.3 Growth in online sales channels for alcoholic spirits in Ireland |
9 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Opportunity Assessment, By ? Product Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channels, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Alcoholic Spirits Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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