Sweden’s limited alcohol reform will allow small producers to sell directly, but strict purchase caps - and a six-year review period - should prevent major disruption to Systembolaget’s monopolyDespite calls for further liberalisation, 68% of Swedes support Systembolaget’s monopoly, and it remains the country's most trusted brand, ahead of household names like Ikea and Gekås UllaredShifting consumer trends favour beer, mixed drinks and non-alcoholic products, while wine and spirits decline, contributing to Systembolaget’s 19.1% drop in profits in 2024Systembolaget has long dominated S
Changes afoot for state-owned alcohol sales in Sweden – Market Intel
The change, though limited and under review for six years, is historic.

Joe has been a business journalist for over 20 years, specialising in the drinks, aviation and Global Travel Retail sectors; Duty-Free News International, IWSR Magazine, Drinks International and Whisky Magazine, among others.



