Vodka is the second-biggest spirits category in Europe (behind flavoured spirits) and is flat or slightly declining in all but one of its top five European marketsSustainability is increasingly under the spotlight with initiatives such as refill pouches and paper bottles finding favourFlavours continue to be a driver, particularly for younger consumersPremiumisation has slowed in most markets. Super-premium brands are still experiencing strong growth in some markets, but from a much smaller baseVodka is increasingly popular with Gen Z drinkers, often as a mixer, and is a popular base for RTDsN
Why vodka is well-placed to ride out Europe’s economic storm – Market Intel
Vodka sales may be flat across most of Europe, but brand owners’ increasing focus on provenance, sustainability and flavour is playing to consumer expectations and maintaining premiumisation.

Jaq is a UK-based freelance journalist who began her career in newspapers and has contributed over the years to a range of national and international titles, including The Guardian and The Independent. For several years now, she has specialised mainly in drinks-related topics.


