Cider Market By Nature (Organic and Conventional), By Flavor (Apple, Pear, Peaches, Lemon, and Other), By Type (Hard, Dry, Sweet, Sparkling, Soft, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Direct and Indirect (Wholesale, Online Retailer, Supermarket, and Specialty Stores)), By End-User (Beverages, Cooking Ingredient, and Cocktails) and By Region- Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2032

Global cider market accounted for USD 4.8 Billion in 2022 and is estimated to reach USD 6.3 Billion by 2032, expected to register a CAGR of 3.7%.

Cider is a low-concentration alcoholic beverage made from fermented fruit juices. Apples are used to make cider, also known as hard cider. The alcohol concentration of cider ranges from 1.2% ABV (alcohol by volume) to 8.5% ABV. To give the product its specific taste, specific apples are grown to produce the cider drink. Perry is a cider-like product made from fermented pear juice. Because of the fruit content in cider, it provides vitamin C and antioxidants when consumed that help reduce the risk of heart disease and asthma.

A recent trend in brew pubs and bars, the health benefits of cider drinks have boosted sales of cider. In cider making, the apples are ground into a fine pulp, or pomace, and then pressed, for hard cider, the extracted juice is conveyed directly into fermentation vats or bags. If the fermented cider is to be sweet, the juice must be filtered at an early stage to retain the desired percentage of fermentable sugar, if a dry cider is desired, the fermentation must be carried out until all or most of the sugar is converted. In alcohol. Natural fermentation resulting from wild yeast on the apples is the usual method, but some producers pasteurize the fresh juice and then add a pure culture of selected yeast. After about three months, the juice is filtered to remove sediment, and the turbidity flavor is improved by aging the hard cider for a few months or two or three years after filtering, with some hard cider being carbonated or sparking. Among alcoholic beverages, consumers value tradition, quality, and innovation, The increase in demand for premium spirits due to an increase in per capita income and use of alcohol as a status symbol are the key factors driving the market growth during the forecast period.

Increasing spending capacity and changing lifestyle patterns are major factors driving the growth of the cider market. Additionally, increasing demand for beverages with low alcohol content is propelling the growth of the global market. For instance, according to data published by the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2011, harmful use of alcohol resulted in approximately 2.5 Mn deaths each year, with a net loss of life of 2.25 Mn, taking this into account low levels of alcohol use is estimated in some population groups. Moreover, the cider market is driven by the emergence of small and medium-sized ciders. These small companies are more focused on cider production in a traditional way while the larger companies are more focused on evolving the product portfolio. In addition, the surge in demand for organic & natural beverages and growth in concern over the use of synthetic ingredients in ready-to-drink beverages fuel the growth of the global market. 

Moreover, rising efforts of manufacturers to place cider as a healthy alternative drink compared to other alcoholic beverages are expected to support the growth of the global cider market over the forecast period. However, the high sugar content in the cider is the major hindrance factor to the growth of the global market. Cultural differences and traditions in some countries are also expected to restrain the growth of the global cider market. Nevertheless, rising popularity in developing economies is the major opportunity for driving growth of the global cider market.

Technological advancement

Major cider players are investing more in power systems and creating more modern, time-saving, cost-effective technologies that have a positive impact on the cider market. Companies in the market come up with new product innovations in terms of taste and sophistication. For example, in March 2019, Diageo launched Rockshore Apple Cider, the group's attempt to gain a foothold in the Irish cider market. In August 2022, LANXESS will unveil an expanded portfolio for the microbiological protection of beverages. In addition to the tried and tested Velcorin technology, the completely natural preservative Nagardo was approved for EU-wide use in alcohol-free beverages in July 2022.

Innovations for existing Velcorin technology will also be introduced, ensuring reliable, high-precision addition of cold sterilizing agents to beverages, including the new generation of Velcorin DT motion dosing units. Velcorin is used worldwide as a stabilizer in many beverage categories, from fizzy soft drinks, iced teas, and juices as well as sports and energy drinks to mixed beer drinks, cider, and wine. Due to the new age technological advancements manufacturers involved in the cider market are developing advanced versions of their products.

The Cider Market is segmented based on nature, flavor, type, distribution channel, end-user, and region.

Cider Market, By Nature

Based on nature, the cider market is divided into organic and conventional, in organic cider, the polyphenols in the cider provide health benefits, while the cider may not have the same amount of polyphenols found in whole apples, which can help improve antioxidants.

Cider Market, By Flavor

Based on taste, the target market is classified into apple, pear, peaches, lemon and others, as ciders can be still, naturally sparkling or carbonated, the first impression on the tongue can give a different taste. Cider can be fresh, crisp, tangy, sweet, bold or elegant, earthy or light or a complex combination of all the taste sensations and lingering aftertaste.

Cider Market, By Type

On the basis of type, the Cider Market is segmented into Hard, Dry, Sweet, Sparkling, Soft, and Others. Hard cider is an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting fruit juice, usually apples, and the addition of hard to its name is used to distinguish the drink from non-alcoholic counterpart, apple cider, which is make by pressing apples. Hard cider is fermented, alcoholic cider (compared to non-bubbly, non-alcoholic cider that is served warm or cold), dry is cider that is not very sweet. Sparkling cider (countable and uncountable, plural sparkling cider) A soft drink containing slightly carbonated apple juice that distinguishes it from cider or hard cider, which is an alcoholic beverage.

Cider Market, By Distribution Channel

On the basis of distribution channel, the target market is classified into direct and indirect (wholesaler, online retailer, supermarket and specialty stores), with the supermarket and hypermarket category accounting for the major market share in 2021 due to growing demand for cider offline. However, off-trade was the fastest-growing mode due to its cost-effectiveness.

Cider Market, By End-User

On the basis of end users, the cider market is segmented into beverages, culinary ingredients, and cocktails. Cider is used in cooking for a product made from the fermented juice of apples, cider can be used for cooking or as a drink.

Regional Insights:

In the region, the Cider Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Europe market is expected to dominate the global cider market with a higher revenue share as compared to that of the other regional markets and is expected to continue its dominance over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the rising preference for cider among adults and the presence of prominent players operating in countries in this region. North America market accounts for a significant revenue share in the global cider market followed by markets in Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa respectively. The market in Asia Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth in terms of revenue, owing to factors such as social acceptance of low-alcohol beverages in countries in emerging economies in this region and as it offers a largely untapped market for players operating in the global market.

Report Scope:

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2020 to 2030. For the purpose of this study, has segmented the Cider Market report based on nature, flavor, type, distribution channel, end-user and region:

Cider Market, By Nature:

• Organic
• Conventional

Cider Market, By Flavor:

• Apple
• Pear
• Peaches
• Lemon
• Other

Cider Market, By Type:

• Hard
• Dry
• Sweet
• Sparkling
• Soft
• Others

Cider Market, By Distribution Channel:

• Direct
• Indirect (Wholesale, Online Retailer, Supermarket, and Specialty Stores)

Cider Market, By End-User:

• Beverages
• Cooking Ingredient
• Cocktails

Cider Market, By Region:

• North America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC
    • Israel
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
  • U.S.
  • Canada

The key players operating the Cider Market includes

• Heineken International is a brewing company that develops, markets and sells alcoholic beverages, the company's product portfolio includes beer, cider, soft drinks and other beverages. Heineken markets and markets its beer products under various regional, local and specialty brands such as Amstel, Desperados, Sol, Tiger, Jecate, Red Stripe and Birra Moretti.
• The Seattle Cider Company operates a brewery that produces alcoholic and non-alcoholic cider-based beverages and beverages made with the natural flavors of Washington apples that are handcrafted with real ingredients and no artificial sweeteners or additives.
• Vander Mill Founded in 2006, Vander Mill is a family owned and operated cider mill and taproom, with the Vander Mill hard cider brand distributed mostly on the East Coast. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
• Carlsberg Breweries AS provides alcoholic beverages, the company manufactures and sells a wide range of beer and other beverages, and Carlsberg Breweries serves customers worldwide.
• Boston Beer Company is one of America's largest privately owned brewing companies, best known for its all-malt beers under the Samuel Adams brand. The company is engaged in selling alcoholic beverages throughout the United States and in select international markets. Its brands include Truly Hard Seltzer, Twisted Tea and Samuel Adams, Angry Orchard, Hard Cider and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, as well as other local craft beer brands.
• Anheuser-Busch Company is an American brewing company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Since 2008, it has been wholly owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, now the largest brewing company, which owns many global brands, notably Budweiser Michelob, Stella Artois and Beck's.
• Thatchers Cider Company Limited manufactures soft drinks, the company distributes a range of electronics ciders in bottles, boxes and drawers, including apple, snack and berry flavours, Thatchers Cider Company serves customers throughout the United Kingdom.
• Woodchuck Hard Cider is a brand of hard cider produced by Vermont Hard Cider Company, LLC, in Middlebury, Vermont. Woodchuck was founded in 1991 at Joseph Cerniglia Winery in Proctorsville, Vermont.
• Crispin Cider Co. The company provides alcoholic beverage products and services, the company manufactures, distributes and markets hard cider. Crispin Cider offers premium hard cider, gluten free cider and artisanal cider.
• Miller Coors LLC operates as a brewery, the company brews, produces and markets beer in the United States. The company operates several breweries, bottling plants and hops-production facilities. It operates a portfolio that contain domestic, craft and international brands, the Miller Coors LLC company is also operates several hard-cider beverage brands.

• In April 2022, Thatcher's Cider unveiled its latest offering, Thatcher's Blood Orange Cider (4% ABV), in April 2022, which will be supported by the company's biggest multi-media campaign to date.
• In March 2021, Heineken has launched a new sustainable cider made from 100% British apples in Europe. Inch is available in 500ml bottles, 4x440ml cans and 10x440ml cans.
• In December 2022, The Boston Beer Company, Inc., maker of iconic, high-quality brands such as Samuel Adams, Truly Hard Seltzer and Twisted Tea, In December unveiled a ‘Stop the Stigma’ merchandising collaboration with TeaPot, a new line of Boston Beer.

• Heineken International
• Seattle Cider Company
• Britannica Company
• Vander Mill Ciders
• Carlsberg Breweries
• Boston Beer Company
• Anheuser-Busch Company
• Thatchers Cider
• Woodchuck
• Crispin Cider Co.
• Miller Coors LLC.