Specialty Malt Market to Surpass USD 4.5 Billion by 2035 Driven by Craft Beer and Food Industry Growth: FMI

The Specialty Malt market is experiencing steady growth, driven by rising demand from the craft brewing and food industries.

NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Driven by rising consumer preference for craft beverages and natural ingredients, the specialty malt market is poised for notable growth over the next decade. Valued at USD 3,102.4 million in 2024, the market is projected to grow to USD 3,201.7 million in 2025. With a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035, global specialty malt sales are expected to reach an impressive USD 4,599.4 million by the end of 2035. The demand surge is being driven by diversified applications across brewing, distilling, baking, and snacking industries.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 – 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰! https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/report-sample#5245502D47422D32343339

𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬

One of the primary growth engines for the specialty malt industry is the surge in the craft beer segment, which is pushing breweries to seek more flavorful and unique malt profiles. Craft brewers are increasingly turning to premium specialty malts to enhance aroma, color, and mouthfeel in their signature brews. As consumer interest in artisanal, limited-edition, and locally produced beers rises, so does the need for distinctive malt bases that go beyond standard barley malt.

Specialty malts like caramel, chocolate, and smoked variants are enabling craft brewers to create complex flavor layers, which appeal to both seasoned connoisseurs and curious first-time drinkers. This has led to a symbiotic growth trend between craft beer and the specialty malt market.

𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬

A notable increase in the consumption of functional beverages—from malt-based health drinks to non-alcoholic brews—is driving specialty malt innovation in North America. The region is witnessing the rise in demand for specialty malts in NA and functional beverages, particularly among younger consumers seeking low-alcohol or alcohol-free options without compromising on flavor.

Kettle and cooler-style beverages, which use malt bases for added richness and complexity, are gaining market traction. These malt-infused drinks are often enhanced with botanicals, adaptogens, and probiotics, making them appealing alternatives in the growing wellness beverage space.

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐲, 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐲 & 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

Beyond brewing and beverages, specialty malts are making inroads into bakery, confectionery & snack segments. Their natural sweetness, enzymatic behavior, and coloring properties are being utilized in bread, biscuits, cereal bars, and chocolates.

Malt extracts and powders are valued for their ability to improve crust color, shelf life, and nutritional profile in baked goods. In snacks and confectionery, malt ingredients add depth and richness that elevate flavor perception. This diversification of application is not only expanding the market size but also helping manufacturers offer clean-label, appealing alternatives to artificial flavor enhancers.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬

Amid growing environmental awareness, a significant shift is occurring toward organic and heritage grain specialty malts. Brewers and food producers alike are embracing heirloom barley, wheat, and rye varieties that are organically grown and sustainably processed. This emerging trend of organic and heritage grain specialty malts reflects consumer interest in provenance, transparency, and minimal environmental impact.

Maltsters are responding by partnering with regenerative farms and regional grain networks to develop malts that align with eco-conscious branding. Products made from ancient grains also cater to premium positioning in both the beverage and bakery industries, offering authenticity and tradition in every sip or bite.

𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐬

The increasing demand for specialty malts in craft distilling for premium spirits is another influential factor in market expansion. Distillers are exploring a wide spectrum of specialty malts—from peated to roasted—to bring complexity and character to their small-batch whiskeys, gins, and vodkas.

Unlike large-scale distillers who focus on consistency, craft distillers are innovating with unique grain bills and fermentation techniques, where the role of specialty malt becomes central. Specialty malt not only enhances flavor but also contributes to smoother mouthfeel and richer aging profiles, making it indispensable in the premium spirits space.

𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 – 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/specialty-malt-market

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤

North America and Europe remain the leading markets, with a well-established network of craft breweries and artisanal distilleries. However, Asia Pacific and Latin America are witnessing a gradual uptick in specialty malt adoption, thanks to rising middle-class incomes, changing taste preferences, and a shift toward Western-style craft beverages.

In particular, India, China, and Brazil are becoming lucrative markets where the expansion of microbreweries and gourmet food manufacturing is translating into greater specialty malt consumption.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The specialty malt market is moderately consolidated with key players including Malteurop Groupe, Viking Malt, Simpsons Malt, Briess Malt & Ingredients, and Weyermann. These companies are investing in R&D, sustainability initiatives, and regional production capacity to meet the rising global demand.

New entrants and regional players are differentiating themselves by focusing on organic malt production, custom malt roasting, and heritage grain sourcing. Collaborations with local farmers and brewers are giving rise to community-based supply chains that promote traceability and brand authenticity.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬

• London Dairy Co. Ltd (UK)
• Inc (USA), Conagra Brands
• Daiya Foods Inc. (Canada)
• General Mills Inc. (USA)
• Grupo Bimbo S.A.B.de C.V.(Mexico)
• Associated British Foods PLC (UK)
• Lantmännen Unibake (Denmark)
• Cole’s Quality Food Inc. (USA)
• Aryzta AG (Switzerland)
• Vandemoortele NV (Belgium)
• Europastry S.A. (Spain)
• Dun & Bradstreet
• Danone SA (France), ADM (USA)

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

By Application:
By application, the industry has been categorized into Distilling, Brewing, Baking, and Non-alcoholic Malt Beverages.
By Source:
By source, the industry has been categorized into Barley, Rye, and Wheat.
By Form:
By form, the industry has been categorized into Dry Specialty Malts and Liquid Specialty Malts.
By Region:
Industry analysis has been carried out in key countries of North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Balkans & Baltic, Russia & Belarus, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia & Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/industry-analysis/functional-food-ingredients

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐌𝐈’𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧:

Malt Ingredients Market Outlook 2025 to 2035: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/malt-ingredients-market

Malted Milk Powder Market Trends: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/malted-milk-powder-market

Malt Beverage Market Insights: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/malt-beverages-market

Maltodextrin Market Trends: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/maltodextrin-market

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