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We are the global leader in data, analytics and insights for the beverage alcohol industry
IWSR uniquely combines the best of data science with human intelligence to uncover the reality of the global beverage alcohol market. We are the trusted reference point for industry leaders, identifying trends, drivers of change and effective strategies.
Beverage Alcohol Drivers 2026
From Gen Z’s evolving relationship with alcohol and the importance of innovation to the promise offered by RTDs, developing markets and a resurgent travel retail channel, IWSR reveals six key drivers and trends shaping beverage alcohol in 2026 and beyond.
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IWSR’s intuitive client platform is the gateway to our latest visualisation and data tools. It gives you access to all our data and insights, helping you understand global markets, drivers of change, how markets will evolve, and which strategies to adopt.
Our Science
IWSR offers proprietary longitudinal beverage alcohol market data combined with forecasts, consumer insight and innovation data, all supported by a global network of market experts. We use the latest AI-enabled data analysis techniques to deliver intelligence to the world’s leading brands.
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Retention trumps recruitment as RTD category matures
RTDs are poised to be the main driver of beverage alcohol growth in the years ahead and, as the cate...
Premiumisation polarises as whisky growth narrows
Global whisky gains are being driven by Irish, Indian and other origins as the Scotch, US and Japane...
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Cultural cachet: how soft power can boost drinks brands
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