Market Share of Asia-Pacific Craft Beer Industry
The Asia-Pacific Craft Beer Market is fragmented with many international and local players in the region. The major players in the region include Heineken International B.V., Kiuchi Brewery Inc., Anheuser-Busch InBev, and The Boston Beer Company Inc. among others. The key players in the industry are enhancing their distribution channels, expanding their geographical presence, and being involved in partnerships and joint ventures to increase their market share. For instance, in September 2021, BrewDog an independent craft brewer launched a joint venture in Japan with Asahi Breweries, to distribute BrewDog beers such as Punk IPA, Hazy Jane, and Elvis Juice across Japan. The joint venture is known as BrewDog Japan and will operate as a standalone entity with its own sales, marketing, and back-office teams. It will focus exclusively on the distribution and marketing of key BrewDog brands in Japan.
Asia-Pacific Craft Beer Market Leaders
Heineken International B.V.
Anheuser-Busch InBev
The Boston Beer Company Inc.
Kiuchi Brewery Inc. (Hitachino Nest Beer)
The Brewerkz Company
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
