Pennsylvania Alcoholic Beverage Market: Regulations, Statistics, Trends, and Wholesalers

Pennsylvania is a populous state where alcohol is a valued commodity, and the state has put rules in place for the sale of booze. That is why anyone looking to become a wholesaler or distributor in the Keystone State should know the consumption trends by alcohol type and the local regulations and tax data. Thus, we have prepared all this information and much more, including local distributor information. All manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors can find vital information on our page to help them start their business in the Quaker State. Additionally, you can fill out our form below, and a Park Street representative will get back to you with help and guidance on how to grow your brand in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Spirits Volume By Category – 2020 Data

Spirit trends in Pennsylvania by volume and dollar sales in 2020.

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 9-liter cases
Dollar Sales
Millions
Straight Whiskey 829 242
Canadian Whisky 373 146
Scotch Whisky 192 112
Irish Whiskey 133 N/A
Gin 241 84
Vodka 2,142 950
Rum 891 365
Tequila 301 N/A
Cordials/Liqueurs 1,407 549
Cocktails 320 N/A

Source: Beverage Information Group

Pennsylvania Wine Volume Sales By Category – 2020 Data

Wine trends in Pennsylvania by volume sales in 2020

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 9-liter cases
Table 7,400
Champagne & Sparkling 766.8
Dessert & Fortified 405.1
Vermouth & Aperitif 60

Source: Beverage Information Group


Pennsylvania Beer Volume Sales By Category – 2020 Data

Beer trends in Pennsylvania by volume sales in 2020

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 2.25 Gallon Cases
Volume Sales barrels
Craft 14.3 459.7
FMBs & Hard Seltzer 18.0 579.3
Super & Super Premium 11.4 368.8
Light 54.3 1750.2
Popular 10.0 322.1
Imported 32.1 1036.4

Source: Beverage Information Group

The Top 10 Spirits Brands
In Pennsylvania

  • Tito’s Handmade Vodka
  • Captain Morgan (excludes Parrot Bay)
  • Bacardi
  • Fireball
  • Jack Daniel’s
  • Crown Russe Vodka
  • Smirnoff
  • Crown Royal
  • Nikolai
  • Jim Beam Family

The Top 10 Table Wine Brands
In Pennsylvania

  • Coming Soon

The Top 10 Domestic Beer Brands
In Pennsylvania

  • Coming Soon

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