20 Countries that Export the Most Vodka

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In this article, we are going to discuss the 20 countries that export the most vodka. You can skip our detailed analysis of the global vodka market, the most popular vodka brand in the world, the effects of the Russia-Ukraine war on the vodka market, and the recent acquisition in the vodka industry, and go directly to 5 Countries that Export the Most Vodka

Vodka’s overall popularity is largely based on its versatility, as it can be mixed with almost anything in a cocktail and is really easy to add flavorings to. Also, since vodka does not require aging, it’s convenient to produce a large quantity of the highly sought-after spirit. Both Poland and Russia claim to be the first places to originate the highly sought-after tipple, however, historians agree that it originated somewhere around 1,400 AD in Northeastern Europe. 

The Global Vodka Market: 

Vodka is one of the Most Consumed Alcohols in the World. As we stated in our article – Top 20 Best Selling Vodka Brands in the World – the global vodka market was valued at $25.98 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $40.25 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period. This forecast is based on a report from Research and Markets.

Vodka-based RTD beverages are witnessing a huge increase in new product development, which is expected to drive the market. The all-natural flavored segment is expected to witness the fastest growth rate, owing to the growing demand of premium flavored vodka, especially among the millennial population. 

The Most Popular Vodka Brand in the World: 

With a whopping 28.1 million 9-liter cases sold in 2022, Smirnoff is the Best-Selling Vodka Brand in the World. Founded in 1864, Smirnoff was the first vodka to use charcoal filtration in its distillation process. 

The brand was acquired by International Distillers and Vintners in 1987, and thus passed to the subsequent owner, Diageo plc (NYSE:DEO). Although it had its origins in Moscow, Smirnoff is now produced in several countries, including the U.S., Canada, Italy, and others.

Diageo plc (NYSE:DEO) also owns several other well-known vodka brands, including Cîroc and Ketel One, and ranks among the Largest Alcohol Companies in the World in 2023.

Effects of the Russia-Ukraine War: 

Last year, vodka suddenly found itself in the international spotlight following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The aggression has inevitably led to Western consumers, retailers, and governments banning and boycotting vodkas from Russia. 

At the same time, Western vodka brands that have Russian sounding names, including the best-selling Smirnoff, were quick to point out that they aren’t actually from Russia. Smirnoff is instead owned by the spirits giant Diageo plc (NYSE:DEO).