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Europe's Beer & Spritz Sales Face Heatwave Risk
3 Jul
Summary
- Extreme heat forecasts may end the 'hot summers mean more sales' rule.
- Drink companies are rethinking offerings for heatwave consumers.
- Consumers might avoid typical chilled drinks during heatwaves.
Europe's drinks industry is facing a potential shift in consumer habits due to increasingly extreme summer heat forecasts. For years, the assumption has been that hot weather correlates with higher sales of popular chilled beverages. This traditional model, however, is now being questioned.
As heatwaves become a more prominent feature of European summers, a notable trend may emerge: consumers might be less inclined to opt for typical refreshing drinks like beer or an Aperol Spritz. This potential change prompts beverage manufacturers to explore new product strategies and offerings to cater to evolving consumer preferences during intense heat.
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