The Czech Republic reached a new milestone by exporting 6.13 million hectoliters of beer last year, as announced by the Czech Statistical Office in Prague. Exports grew by 4%, with beer shipments reaching over 70 countries. Key markets driving these exports include Slovakia, Germany, Poland, and Russia, reflecting a broad appeal for Czech beer across Europe and beyond. This record-breaking figure underscores the strong performance of the nation’s breweries on the international stage.
Tomás Slunecko, executive chairman of the Czech Breweries Association, emphasized a notable shift in consumer trends. He observed that traditional wine-drinking nations such as Spain, Portugal, and France are now showing increasing enthusiasm for Czech beer alongside their local brews.
He attributed the growing export success to the attractive pricing of Czech products abroad, in stark contrast to rising domestic prices that have dampened local demand. This dynamic has positioned Czech beer as a competitive player in the global beverage market.
Noteworthy is the performance of the state-owned Budejovicky Budvar, which exported last year a record of about 1.35 million hectoliters—amounting to 70 percent of its total production (inside.beer, 16.1.2025). In addition, renowned products from the long-established Japanese-owned Pilsen brewery, including Pilsner Urquell, have contributed significantly to bolstering the country's export reputation.
