Vietnam produced 436.55 million litres of beer in May, up 6.50 percent from 409.89 million litres in April 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Year-to-date output reached 1,543.57 million litres by the end of May.
Vietnam’s beer industry
Vietnam’s beer industry is one of the largest in Southeast Asia, driven by a strong domestic consumption base and a growing middle class.
The market is dominated by major local producers alongside international brewers, with competition intensifying across both mass and premium segments.
Urbanisation, rising incomes, and shifting consumer preferences towards premium and craft products are reshaping demand.
Regulatory changes, including tighter drink-driving laws and advertising restrictions, continue to influence consumption patterns and industry growth.
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The data
TABLE: Vietnam beer production in 2026
| Unit | May 2026 | April 2026 | MoM | YTD | May 26 / 25 | 5M 26 / 25 | |
| beer | million liters | 436.55 | 409.89 | 6.50% | 1,543.57 | 12.47% | 14.40% |