Arak Market Outlook
The global Arak market is expected to register a growth rate of 3.4% during the forecast period from $17.5 Billion in 2024 to $22.9 Billion in 2032. The Arak market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.
The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Arak segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Raw Material (Grapes, Aniseeds, Dates, Sugar, Plums, Figs, Others), Alcohol Concentration (40% to 50%, 50% to 60%, 60% to 70%, 70% to 95%), Stills (Stainless Steel, Copper Stills, Others), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Travel Stores, Liquor Shops, Bars and Pubs). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Arak markets.
Arak Market Insights, 2025
The arak market in 2025 is experiencing a cultural and commercial revival as interest in heritage spirits expands globally. Arak—a traditional anise-flavored spirit widely consumed in the Levantine and Eastern Mediterranean regions—is gaining attention in premium alcohol circles for its artisanal production, historical significance, and bold, licorice-like flavor. As consumers explore craft and regional spirits beyond gin and whiskey, arak is being positioned as a unique sipping or mixing spirit with deep cultural roots. Distilleries in Lebanon, Syria, and Israel are experimenting with small-batch techniques, organic grapes, and high-end branding to appeal to international markets. Meanwhile, diaspora communities in North America and Europe are helping expand the arak footprint through specialty liquor stores and ethnic restaurants. With rising interest in slow sipping and mindful drinking, arak is poised to join the growing family of globally appreciated, terroir-driven spirits.
Five Trends that will define global Arak market in 2025 and Beyond
A closer look at the multi-million global market for Arak identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Arak companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.
What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Arak industry?
The Arak sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2030. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.
Arak Market Segment Insights
The Arak industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Arak industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Raw Material (Grapes, Aniseeds, Dates, Sugar, Plums, Figs, Others), Alcohol Concentration (40% to 50%, 50% to 60%, 60% to 70%, 70% to 95%), Stills (Stainless Steel, Copper Stills, Others), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Travel Stores, Liquor Shops, Bars and Pubs). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.
Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Arak market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.
Market Value Chain
The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Arak industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Arak market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.
Scenario Analysis and Forecasts
Strategic decision-making in the Arak industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.
Asia Pacific Arak Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion
As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.
The State of Europe Arak Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness
As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Arak with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Arak market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.
The US Arak market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Arak industry.
Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Arak companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Arak market.
Latin American Arak market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.
Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.
Middle East and Africa Arak Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity
Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Arak markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Arak markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.
Competitive Landscape- How Arak companies outcompete in 2025?
The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include Château Ksara SAL, Domaine des Tourelles SAL, Eagle Distilleries Company Limited, El Massaya Winery S.A.L., Haddad Distilleries Company Limited, Kawar Arak Company Limited, Lebanese Arak Corporation, Lebanese Fine Wines Ltd., Zumot for Winemaking Co. Ltd.
Arak Market Scope
Leading Segments
By Raw Material
Grapes
Aniseeds
Dates
Sugar
Plums
Figs
Others
By Alcohol Concentration
40% to 50%
50% to 60%
60% to 70%
70% to 95%
By Stills
Stainless Steel
Copper Stills
Others
By Distribution Channel
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Travel Retail Stores
Liquor Shops
Bars and Pubs
Leading Companies
Château Ksara SAL
Domaine des Tourelles SAL
Eagle Distilleries Company Limited
El Massaya Winery S.A.L.
Haddad Distilleries Company Limited
Kawar Arak Company Limited
Lebanese Arak Corporation
Lebanese Fine Wines Ltd.
Zumot for Winemaking Co. Ltd.
Geographies
North America- US, Canada, Mexico
Europe- Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Nordics, BeNeLux, Others
Asia Pacific- China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Others
Latin America- Brazil, Argentina, Others
Middle East and Africa- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Other Middle East, South Africa, Other Africa
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