The global Malted Barley Market Comprehensive Study analyzes and forecasts the market size across 6 regions and 24 countries for diverse segments -By Type (Pale Malted Barley, Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley, Chocolate Malted Barley, Roasted/Black Malted Barley), By Application (Brewing, Distilling, Baking, Food & Beverage), By Distribution Channel (Direct Sales, Distributors/Wholesalers, Retail)
In 2024, the malted barley market remains a fundamental component of the brewing and distilling industries, valued for its essential role in beer, whisky, and malt-based beverage production. Malted barley, produced through a process of germination and kilning, provides fermentable sugars, enzymes, and flavor compounds that contribute to the characteristic taste, color, and aroma of malt beverages. As consumer preferences for craft beer, artisanal spirits, and specialty malt beverages continue to evolve, the demand for high-quality malted barley remains robust, driving innovation and investment in malt production and processing technologies. Moreover, the market is witnessing a resurgence of interest in traditional and heritage malt varieties, as well as experimentation with specialty malts such as smoked, roasted, and caramelized varieties, offering brewers and distillers a diverse palette of flavors and textures to work with. In 2024, the malted barley market is expected to continue thriving as breweries, distilleries, and beverage manufacturers seek to differentiate their products and cater to the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers worldwide.
The market report analyses the leading companies in the industry including Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Avangard Agro, Axereal Croatia, Cargill Inc, COFCO International, GrainCorp Ltd, J. Ruckdeschel and Sohne GmbH and Co. KG, Malting Company of Ireland Ltd, Muntons plc, Rahr Corp, The Soufflet Group, Tsingtao Brewery Co. Ltd, United Canadian Malt Ltd, United Malt Group Ltd, Viking Malt, VIVESCIA, and Others.
The market for malted barley is experiencing a prominent trend driven by the growing demand for craft beer and artisanal beverages. Craft breweries and microbreweries are gaining popularity worldwide, fueled by consumer preferences for unique flavors, quality ingredients, and authentic brewing methods. Malted barley, a key ingredient in beer production, is essential for imparting flavor, color, and body to craft beers, making it a sought-after commodity in the brewing industry. This trend is expected to continue as consumers seek out premium and distinctive beverages, driving demand for high-quality malted barley.
A significant driver behind the market for malted barley is the expansion of the craft beer industry and the increasing number of breweries worldwide. In recent years, there has been a surge in the establishment of craft breweries, driven by factors such as changing consumer preferences, interest in supporting local businesses, and the desire for artisanal and small-batch products. Craft brewers prioritize using high-quality ingredients, including malted barley, to create unique and flavorful beers that appeal to discerning consumers. As the craft beer industry continues to grow and innovate, the demand for malted barley as a primary brewing ingredient is expected to rise, presenting opportunities for barley growers and suppliers.
An opportunity exists for producers of malted barley to diversify their product offerings and varieties to meet the evolving needs of craft brewers and beverage manufacturers. Beyond traditional pale malt, there is growing interest in specialty malts such as caramel malt, chocolate malt, and roasted malt, which impart distinct flavors and characteristics to beers. Additionally, exploring organic and locally sourced malted barley options can appeal to brewers seeking sustainable and traceable ingredients for their beverages. By offering a wide range of malted barley products tailored to different brewing styles and preferences, producers can capitalize on the demand for craft beer and artisanal beverages, expand their market reach, and foster partnerships with breweries seeking unique and high-quality ingredients.
In the malted barley market, the largest segment is pale malted barley, driven by its versatile applications and widespread use in brewing various styles of beer. Pale malted barley serves as the foundation for most beer recipes, providing the base malt that contributes fermentable sugars, enzymes, and flavor to the brewing process. Its light color and mild flavor profile make it suitable for a wide range of beer styles, including lagers, ales, and pale ales, allowing brewers to achieve desired color, flavor, and mouthfeel characteristics. Additionally, the growing popularity of craft brewing and the increasing demand for specialty and artisanal beers further boost the consumption of pale malted barley. Further, the consistent availability and cost-effectiveness of pale malted barley compared to other malt types contribute to its dominance in the market. As breweries worldwide continue to innovate and experiment with new beer styles, pale malted barley remains at the forefront, driving sustained growth and market leadership within the malted barley industry.
Among the applications in the malted barley market, distilling stands out as the fastest-growing segment, driven by the rising popularity of craft spirits and the increasing demand for high-quality distilled products. Malted barley serves as a key ingredient in the production of whiskey, vodka, gin, and other distilled spirits, contributing to the flavor, aroma, and character of the final product. The surge in craft distilling and the growing consumer preference for artisanal and small-batch spirits fuel the demand for malted barley in the distilling industry. Further, the versatility of malted barley allows distillers to create a wide range of spirits with distinct flavor profiles, appealing to a diverse consumer base. Additionally, the growing trend towards premiumization and the emphasis on quality and authenticity in the spirits industry further drive the adoption of malted barley in distilling applications. As craft distilleries continue to proliferate and consumer interest in unique and locally sourced spirits grows, the distilling segment is poised for rapid expansion, shaping the future growth trajectory of the malted barley market.
In the malted barley market, distributors and wholesalers emerge as the largest segment, driven by their pivotal role in the supply chain and their ability to efficiently distribute malted barley to various end-users. Distributors and wholesalers serve as intermediaries between malted barley producers and breweries, distilleries, bakeries, and other industries that utilize malted barley as a key ingredient. Their extensive networks, logistical capabilities, and economies of scale enable them to meet the diverse needs of customers across different regions and industries. Additionally, distributors and wholesalers offer value-added services such as storage, packaging, and transportation, ensuring the timely delivery of malted barley to customers. Further, the consolidated purchasing power of distributors and wholesalers allows them to negotiate favorable terms with malted barley producers, contributing to their dominance in the market. As the malted barley market continues to grow and diversify, distributors and wholesalers play a crucial role in facilitating the efficient distribution and availability of malted barley products, driving sustained growth and market leadership within the industry.
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Avangard Agro
Axereal Croatia
Cargill Inc
COFCO International
GrainCorp Ltd
J. Ruckdeschel and Sohne GmbH and Co. KG
Malting Company of Ireland Ltd
Muntons plc
Rahr Corp
The Soufflet Group
Tsingtao Brewery Co. Ltd
United Canadian Malt Ltd
United Malt Group Ltd
Viking Malt
VIVESCIA
*- List Not Exhaustive
Chapter 1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2. Introduction to Malted Barley Market
2.1. Market Overview
2.2. Key Statistics and Report Highlights
2.3. Scope of the Comprehensive Study
2.3.1. Market Definition
2.3.2 Countries and Regions Covered
2.3.3 Research Objective
2.3.4 Units, Currency, and Conversions
2.3.5 Industry Value Chain
2.4. Key Market Segments
2.5. Key Companies
2.6. Study Period
Chapter 3. Strategic Analysis Review
3.1. Malted Barley Pricing Analysis and Forecast
3.2. Porter’s Five Forces
3.3. Market Ecosystem
3.4. SWOT Analysis
3.5. Regulatory Scenario
3.3. Effects of Inflation, Russia-Ukraine War, moderating economic growth, and other macroeconomic factors
Chapter 4. Competitive Landscape
4.1. Market Share Analysis
4.1.1. Global Malted Barley Market Share by Company, 2023
4.1.2. Product Offerings of Leading Malted Barley Companies
4.2. Market Entropy
4.2.1. New Product Launches in the Industry
4.2.2. Mergers, Acquisitions, Joint ventures, and Partnerships
4.3. Key Strategies and Best Practices
Chapter 5. Global Market Projections: Best, Reference, and Low Case Scenarios
5.1. Growth Analysis- Case Scenario Definitions
5.2. Low Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
5.3. Reference Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
5.4. High Growth Case Scenario Forecasts
Chapter 6. Market Dynamics
6.1. Malted Barley Market Drivers
6.2. Malted Barley Market Challenges
6.6. Malted Barley Market Opportunities
6.4. Malted Barley Market Trends
Chapter 7. Global Malted Barley Market Outlook Trends
7.1. Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Type (2021-2032)
7.2. Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Application (2021-2032)
7.3. Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) and CAGR (%) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 8. Global Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.1. Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021- 2032)
8.2. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.2.1. United States Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.2.2. Canada Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.2.3. Mexico Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), by Country (2021-2032)
8.3.1. Germany Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.2. France Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.3. United Kingdom Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.4. Spain Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.5. Italy Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.6. Russia Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.3.7. Rest of Europe Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.4.1. China Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.2. Japan Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.3. India Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.4. South Korea Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.5. Australia Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.6. South East Asia Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.4.7. Rest of Asia Pacific Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), by Country (2021-2032)
8.5.1. Brazil Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5.2. Argentina Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.5.3. Rest of South America Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.6. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Country (2021-2032)
8.6.1. Middle East Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
8.6.2. Africa Malted Barley Regional Analysis and Outlook
Chapter 9. North America Malted Barley Analysis and Outlook
9.1. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Segments (2021-2032)
9.1.1. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
9.1.2. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
9.1.3. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 10. Europe Malted Barley Analysis and Outlook
10.1. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (USD Million) (2021-2032)
10.1.1. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
10.1.2. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
10.1.3. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 11. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Analysis and Outlook
11.1. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), and Revenue (USD Million) by Segments (2021-2032)
11.1.1. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
11.1.2. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
11.1.3. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 12. South America Malted Barley Analysis and Outlook
12.1. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (2021-2032)
12.1.1. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
12.1.2. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
12.1.3. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 13. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Analysis and Outlook
13.1. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million), by Segments (2021-2032)
13.1.1. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Type (2021-2032)
13.1.2. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Application (2021-2032)
13.1.3. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) by Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Chapter 14. Malted Barley Company Profiles
14.1 Business Overview
14.2 Product Profiles
14.3 SWOT Profiles
14.5 Recent Developments
14.6 Financial Profile
List of Companies
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Avangard Agro
Axereal Croatia
Cargill Inc
COFCO International
GrainCorp Ltd
J. Ruckdeschel and Sohne GmbH and Co. KG
Malting Company of Ireland Ltd
Muntons plc
Rahr Corp
The Soufflet Group
Tsingtao Brewery Co. Ltd
United Canadian Malt Ltd
United Malt Group Ltd
Viking Malt
VIVESCIA
15. Methodology and Data Sources
15.1 Customization Offerings
15.2 Subscription Services
15.3 Related Reports
15.4 Publisher Expertise
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Market Segmentation Analysis
Table 2 Global Malted Barley Market Share of Leading Companies, 2023
Table 3 Product Offerings of Leading Companies
Table 4 Low Growth Scenario Forecasts
Table 5 Reference Case Growth Scenario
Table 6 High Growth Case Scenario
Table 7 Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 8 Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 9 Global Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) And CAGR (%) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 10 Global Malted Barley Market Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021-2032)
Table 11 Global Malted Barley Market Share (%) By Regions (2021-2032)
Table 12 North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 13 Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 14 Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 15 South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Table 16 Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Table 17 North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 18 North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 19 North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 20 Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 21 Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 22 Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 23 Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 24 Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 25 Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 26 South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 27 South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 28 South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Table 29 Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Table 30 Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Table 31 Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Market Scope
Figure 2. Pricing Forecasts Per Unit, 2023- 2032
Figure 3. Porter’s Five Forces
Figure 4. Global Malted Barley Market Revenue (USD Million) By Regions (2021-2032)
Figure 5. Global Malted Barley Market Share (%) By Regions (2023)
Figure 6. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 7. United States Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 8. Canada Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 9. Mexico Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 10. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 11. Germany Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 12. France Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 13. United Kingdom Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 14. Spain Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 15. Italy Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 16. Russia Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 17. Rest of Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 11. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 12. China Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 13. Japan Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 14. India Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 15. South Korea Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 16. Australia Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 17. South East Asia Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 18. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 19. Brazil Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 20. Argentina Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 21. Rest of Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Country (2021-2032)
Figure 22. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 23. Saudi Arabia Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 24. The UAE Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 25. Rest of Middle East Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 26. South Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 27. Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Region (2021-2032)
Figure 28. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 29. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 30. North America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 31. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 32. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 33. Europe Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 34. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 35. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 36. Asia Pacific Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 37. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 38. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 39. South America Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
Figure 40. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Type (2021-2032)
Figure 41. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Application (2021-2032)
Figure 42. Middle East and Africa Malted Barley Revenue (USD Million) By Product (2021-2032)
By Type
Pale Malted Barley
Crystal/Caramel Malted Barley
Chocolate Malted Barley
Roasted/Black Malted Barley
By Application
Brewing
Distilling
Baking
Food & Beverage
By Distribution Channel
Direct Sales
Distributors/Wholesalers
Retail
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Global Malted Barley Market Size is valued at $82.1 Billion in 2024 and is forecast to register a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% to reach $104.8 Billion by 2032.
Emerging Markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas present robust growth prospects.
Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Avangard Agro, Axereal Croatia, Cargill Inc, COFCO International, GrainCorp Ltd, J. Ruckdeschel and Sohne GmbH and Co. KG, Malting Company of Ireland Ltd, Muntons plc, Rahr Corp, The Soufflet Group, Tsingtao Brewery Co. Ltd, United Canadian Malt Ltd, United Malt Group Ltd, Viking Malt, VIVESCIA
Base Year- 2023; Estimated Year- 2024; Historic Period- 2018-2023; Forecast period- 2024 to 2032; Currency: Revenue (USD); Volume