Beer consumption in Romania reached 90 liters per capita in 2012, according to an Ernst&Young survey based on the latest available data, which places Romanian sixth in Europe, above the European average of 70 liters.
The Czechs, the Austrians, the Germans and the Polish are the largest beer consumers.
Romania’s beer market shrank by 8% in the first eight months of 2013, following an increase in excise duties. Over 97% of the beer consumed by Romanians comes from the local production.
Romania also ranks sixth in Europe by the number of jobs created in the beer sector, which reaches a total 76,700.
Romania’s beer sector accounts for 4% of the two million jobs created in the beer sector on European level.
Currently, a total 4,500 breweries operate in the European Union and their number is on the rise.
Founded in 2004, the Romanian Brewers Association covers over 90% of the local beer market.