In 2011, most product categories in the alcoholic drinks market in Taiwan experienced positive growth due to better local economic performance. In addition, rising consumer expenditure also encouraged market players and brands to launch new alcoholic drinks products in the premium segment to capture this market demand.
Less impact from legislation and taxation
Driving after the consumption of alcohol is not an accepted practice in Taiwan. The impact of government actions towards alcoholic drinks was a minor factor influencing the alcoholic drinks market in 2011. Market players are familiar with operating within the strictly regulated environment. In addition, recent tax reforms that reduced the price of rice wine prices are not expected to be repeated. Therefore taxation will not be an influential factor in the alcoholic drinks market over the forecast period.
Segmentation trends among distribution channels
Food/drink/tobacco specialists continue to decline in off-trade alcoholic drinks distribution. Over the review period, sales through convenience stores, supermarkets, and hypermarkets gradually increased. Since drinking at home has become more popular in Taiwan, most consumers purchase alcoholic drinks together with their family grocery shopping. In view of this trend, most food/drink/tobacco specialists differentiated themselves by offering more additional services such as product advice and/or enthusiast gatherings/tasting events to remain competitive.
Domestic brands lead, international brands enjoy strong specialist presence
In Taiwan, domestic brands strongly lead in various product categories of the alcoholic drinks market in 2011. Leading brands from players such as Taiwan Tobacco & Liquor Corp and Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor Inc performed well in the market. On the other hand, international bands with strong presences in Taiwan are specialised in certain categories such as whiskies, wine, RTDs/high-strength premixes, and vodka. In Taiwan, there are many importers and distributors, but it is difficult for most of these market players to compete with leading manufacturers and brands.
Less impact from legislation and taxation
Driving after the consumption of alcohol is not an accepted practice in Taiwan. The impact of government actions towards alcoholic drinks was a minor factor influencing the alcoholic drinks market in 2011. Market players are familiar with operating within the strictly regulated environment. In addition, recent tax reforms that reduced the price of rice wine prices are not expected to be repeated. Therefore taxation will not be an influential factor in the alcoholic drinks market over the forecast period.
Segmentation trends among distribution channels
Food/drink/tobacco specialists continue to decline in off-trade alcoholic drinks distribution. Over the review period, sales through convenience stores, supermarkets, and hypermarkets gradually increased. Since drinking at home has become more popular in Taiwan, most consumers purchase alcoholic drinks together with their family grocery shopping. In view of this trend, most food/drink/tobacco specialists differentiated themselves by offering more additional services such as product advice and/or enthusiast gatherings/tasting events to remain competitive.
Domestic brands lead, international brands enjoy strong specialist presence
In Taiwan, domestic brands strongly lead in various product categories of the alcoholic drinks market in 2011. Leading brands from players such as Taiwan Tobacco & Liquor Corp and Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor Inc performed well in the market. On the other hand, international bands with strong presences in Taiwan are specialised in certain categories such as whiskies, wine, RTDs/high-strength premixes, and vodka. In Taiwan, there are many importers and distributors, but it is difficult for most of these market players to compete with leading manufacturers and brands.
Taiwan Alcoholic Drinks Market
Published: February 2012
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- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volumes and values, company and brand market shares
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