Romanian Beer Consumption Hits Two-Decade Low

The Romanian beer market fell by four percent in 2025 to a minimum of 14.4 million hectoliters. This represents the lowest level recorded in the last 20 years. The decline follows a 26.2 percent increase in beer excise taxes over the past 15 months. The excise tax on beer in Romania has increased by 26.2 percent over the last 15 months. Beer production reached a 20-year low of 14.4 million hectoliters in 2025. This decline follows the tax increases, according to the report. The Romanian beer market recorded its lowest level in two decades last year, according to the Romanian Brewers Association. While overall consumption has decreased, interest in flavored and non-alcoholic beers is reportedly increasing. The report was discussed by Hai Bucureșteanu.