Latest News About Beer

Here are the latest beer news highlights I can share right now:

• US sales update: Michelob Ultra has become the top-selling beer in the U.S., surpassing Modelo in recent studies, signaling a shift in on-premise and retail preferences [Audacy updates, 2025-09-24]. This marks a notable milestone for AB InBev’s flagship light lager lineup [Audacy updates, 2025-09-24].
• Guinness and UK demand: Diageo reported rationing Guinness orders in the U.K. due to surging demand, with the Dublin brewery working at full capacity to meet trade needs [Beer Nexus Flash News, 2023-10-24; Guardian reference cited in industry coverage]. This illustrates persistent consumer enthusiasm for stout in Europe during current cycles [Beer Nexus Flash News, 2023-10-24].
• Non-alcoholic growth: Major brewers are expanding NA beer portfolios, with brands like Budweiser Zero, Stella Artois 0.0, and Michelob Ultra Zero driving continued revenue growth for producers amid shifting consumer preferences toward lower- or no-alcohol options [Beer Nexus Flash News, 2023-10-24; industry summaries in 2024–2025 coverage].
• Regional policy and market shifts: Several regions are considering or enacting policy changes that affect beer availability, pricing, and where beer can be sold (e.g., grocery-store access and excise changes), which could influence cost and availability for consumers in various markets [Business Standard, 2025-09-16; Economic Times, 2025-10-27].

What would you like next?

• A quick snapshot focused on a specific country (e.g., U.S., UK, India) or topic (sales trends, NA beers, policy changes)?
• A brief timeline of notable beer-related events this year?
• A concise article-style summary of the biggest recent shifts in beer markets?