Countries with the highest per capita alcohol consumption

Oct 21, 2024

By: BI India Bureau

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Data compiled by the World Bank

Alcohol for years has been used in social, medical, cultural and religious settings. But, excessive consumption of alcohol is associated with health risks, crime, accidents and potential dependence. Here are some of the countries with the highest per capita alcohol consumption. This list is based on data compiled from multiple sources by the World Bank.

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Romania

16.99 litres per capita.

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Georgia

14.33 litres per capita.

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Czechia

13.29 litres per capita.

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Latvia

13.09 litres per capita.

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Germany

12.22 litres per capita.

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Uganda

12.21 litres per capita.

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Seychelles

11.99 litres per capita.

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Austria

11.97 litres per capita.

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Bulgaria

11.92 litres per capita.

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Lithuania

11.79 litres per capita.

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