In 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a report on alcohol consumption in the world (as of 2010), which provided data on how many people over 15 years old in different countries drink liters of pure alcohol per year. Let's see who is in the top ten most drinking countries in the world.

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10th place. Slovakia. The consumption of alcohol by the average citizen of this country in terms of pure alcohol is 13 liters, while the average consumption in the European region is 10.9 liters. At the same time, the male population of Slovakia drinks 20.5 liters per person, female - 6.1 liters. (Photo: Renata Opprecht / flickr.com).

How much pure alcohol is in alcoholic beverages, for example, wine with a strength of 13 degrees? 750 milliliters of this wine contains only 97.5 milliliters of pure alcohol. Now try to imagine how much you need to drink so that the average consumption in the country would be like that of the “world record holder for alcohol consumption” or 17.5 liters of pure alcohol per year !?

9th place. Czech. The average annual consumption of pure alcohol per 1 resident of the country over 15 years old is 13 liters, including 18.6 liters for men, 7.8 liters for women. (Photo: flamedot / flickr.com).
8th place. Hungary. Every resident of this country over 15 years old drinks 13.3 liters of pure alcohol a year, while men - 20.4 liters, women - 7.1 liters. (Photo: Matteo Muratore / flickr.com).
7th place. Andorra. 13.8 liters of pure alcohol a year is drunk by the average resident of this country over 15 years old, while among men consumption is 19.5 liters per person, among women - 8.2 liters. (Photo: JK04 / flickr.com).
6th place. Ukraine. Every resident of this country over 15 years old drinks 13.9 liters of pure alcohol a year, while men - 22 liters, women - 7.2 liters. (Photo: alxpn / flickr.com).
5th place. Romania. The average resident (over 15 years old) of Romania drinks 14.3 liters of pure alcohol per year, while men - 22.6 liters, women - 6.8 liters. (Photo: Matt Bigwood / flickr.com).
4th place. Russia. The average annual consumption of pure alcohol per 1 resident of Russia aged 15 and over is 15.1 liters. Men drink 23.9 liters a year, women - 7.8 liters. (Photo: Ilya Klenkov / flickr.com).
3rd place. Lithuania. 15.4 liters of pure alcohol a year is drunk by the average resident (over 15 years old) of Lithuania, while men on average consume 24.4 liters, women - 7.9 liters. (Photo: Michael Pretzsch / flickr.com).
2nd place. Moldova. The average annual consumption of pure alcohol per resident of Moldova over 15 years old is 16.8 liters, including 25.9 liters per man and 8.9 liters per woman. (Photo: Andreas G / flickr.com).
1st place. Belarus has become the world record holder for the consumption of pure alcohol per capita. During the year, the average citizen of Belarus over 15 years old drinks 17.5 liters of pure alcohol, while men on average drink 27.5 liters, and women - 9.1 liters. (Photo: Radio Svaboda / flickr.com).

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Surely, many people around the world think that the most drinking country is Russia. One has only to look at the usual cartoons, which quite often depict Russian people embracing a bear and a bottle of vodka. However, according to the published information of the World Health Organization, our country is not even included in the top three in terms of the number of alcohol consumed per capita. "Prize" places in this case were given to countries from which, perhaps, this was not worth expecting. So who can deservedly be called the most drinking country in the world?

Conversion to pure alcohol

Since every country in the world has its own culture of alcohol consumption and preference for certain types of alcoholic drinks, the WHO, when compiling such a rating, decided to calculate the consumption of alcohol by citizens of different countries in liters of pure ethyl alcohol. And to make the statistics more representative, people over 15 years of age were taken into account.

WHO experts are absolutely sure that when the average consumption of ethyl alcohol exceeds the value of 8 liters, the nation begins to degrade. It is with this use of "intoxicating" drinks that there is a high likelihood that the next generation will also hit the hardest and suffer from alcoholism due to heredity. And today many countries of Europe and the USA are in such a risky position.

Leader in alcohol consumption - Republic of Belarus

As a result of the information studied by the WHO on the consumption of the amount of pure alcohol per capita, Belarus turned out to be the most drinking country, where citizens drink 17.5 liters of alcoholic beverages a year. Moreover, this is only the average of this parameter. If we consider alcohol consumption by men and women, then Belarusians-men drink about 27.5 liters of pure alcohol, while in women this figure is much lower - 9.1 liters.

Russia is on the fourth place in this list, since our compatriots drink alcohol in the amount of 15.1 liters per year. The second in the ranking is Moldova, in which there are 16.8 liters of alcoholic beverages per person. The third place is taken by Lithuania, where 15.4 liters of pure alcohol per person per year.

Europe looks the most drinking in the world - the list of some of the most drinking countries in the world has been replenished with Romania, Hungary, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Slovakia. And the scary thing is that a lot of people all over the world are dying for alcohol-related reasons. For example, according to WHO, in 2012, about 3,300,000 people died worldwide, which is a very impressive figure. And mortality, according to experts, is unlikely to decrease - rather, on the contrary, it will increase, and the reason for this is an increase in the number of people living in the world and an increase in the use of alcoholic beverages, especially in rapidly developing countries.

What more do Belarusians drink in a year?

As a rule, the inhabitants of the planet intoxicate their brains most of all with strong drinks, which account for just over half of alcohol consumption. Beer is consumed at 35 percent and wine accounts for 8 percent. Likewise, Belarusians consume vodka most of all - its share of consumption per year accounts for 47 percent. Belarusians consume beer in the amount of 17 percent, and grape wine - 5 percent.

And 31 percent of the consumption of alcoholic beverages in Belarus is made up of cheap wine drinks and fruit and berry wines, which often cause high mortality and the risk of various diseases. So, for example, in 2013 in the Republic of Belarus 3100 psychotic diseases from alcohol and 1600 deaths from alcohol consumption were noted.

Having created such a disappointing rating, the WHO nevertheless noted that the number of completely non-drinking people around the world is large - it makes up 48 percent of the total population of the planet. These people have never taken a drop of alcohol in their mouths. Also, experts noted that women are often teetotalers - men are more loving to alcoholic beverages.

And young people carry out rare but abundant libations of "intoxicating" drinks into their bodies. Representatives of all generations, as a rule, add up to such episodes with the use of alcohol in the amount of 7.5 percent, but the share of young people aged 15 to 19 in this case is increasing and is currently 12 percent.

Alcohol is an indispensable companion for relaxation. At the same time, in some countries of the world they drink purely symbolically, while in others there is a real cult of strong drinks. Among the countries where alcohol is held in high esteem are France and Ireland. It turns out that harsh Finns love to get drunk to the point of feeling insensible, but Italians are much more restrained in this regard.

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development tried to answer the question about the most drinking country. According to the results of her research, 10 countries were identified, whose citizens beat all records for alcohol consumption. They drink there not because of a feeling of thirst or a solemn occasion, for this and a reason is not needed. The criterion for determining the leaders is simple - the number of liters per year of alcohol consumed per capita.

It is interesting that testing was carried out in countries all over the world, but the first 15 places belong to European countries, the only exception was distant Australia. It is also worth considering the existence of a drinking culture and a propensity to binge. This largely determines the nation's predisposition to alcoholism. So where do they drink the most, at meetings, holidays, at meals and just like that?

France (consumption of pure alcohol - 14.2 liters per year per person). Only one beer in the country is drunk annually per capita 35.5 liters. The image of the Frenchman is quite traditional - these people slowly sip wine, enjoying every sip. In America, the French are considered saturated snobs, but even there they cannot deny the fact that the "frogs" have such an excellent taste. In this country, in addition to wine, they are well versed in food. In general, in France, exquisite wine goes hand in hand with delicious food, these two concepts are inseparable here, like a baguette and brie cheese. It can be said more simply - rarely when a meal is not accompanied by a drink of wine. Interestingly, cheeses, pastries and fatty sauces are considered national products in France, but the inhabitants of the country rarely suffer from obesity and heart disease. The reason for this is the food culture. In the same America, people usually eat quickly, spending a minimum of time on it, as if participating in some kind of competition. The French, on the other hand, eat slowly, trying to fully experience the taste of the food they swallow. It is customary here to sit in front of the TV after work, enjoying a multi-course dinner, wine and a cigarette. Also, the French are very talkative, never ceasing to communicate even over food and drink. Thus, even a certain ritual was formed. There are quite a few favorite spirits in France - Bordeaux, Burgundy, champagne, Beaujolais, and the list is truly endless.

Italy (consumption of pure alcohol - 8 liters per year per person). Italy is one of those countries where wine is not only drunk, but also mass-produced. As in the previous case, wine is an indispensable part of the Italian food culture. In this country, grape drink is enjoyed with pleasure with meals, and even children are allowed to do this, diluting only strong degrees. Italians even encourage their descendants in their passion for a truly national drink. And you can understand the strong connection between food and wine only by looking at the local groves - here the vine is adjacent to the olive trees. In 2007, the US Department of Commerce calculated that most of the vermouth and table wine in the country is imported from Italy. The statistics took into account the most diverse varieties of famous wines. The increase in exports was the result of an increase in demand for Italian wines, all of which improved the quality of alcoholic beverages created in the European country. For example, in the Chianti region, they are not chasing the quantity of wine produced, but paying special attention to its quality. This area is famous for the production of spirits exclusively from red Sangiovese grapes. The variety is considered the most refined, and therefore expensive in the whole country. But in the recent past, Chianti was an ordinary red wine, to which white was added. The pride of Italy is such an alcoholic drink as grappa. It is made from grape pomace under a number of strict conditions. The quality of the final product is influenced by the ripeness of the berries, the method and nature of wine production.

Czech Republic (consumption of pure alcohol - 11.8 liters per person per year). But beer in the country accounts for 157 liters per person per year. And this is no coincidence, because in the Czech Republic the traditions of beer brewing and consumption of a foamy drink are centuries old. And since the 1930s, local beer has become known and popular all over the world. The very process of producing the drink is original here. Beer pasteurization is not carried out; open fermentors are used. After the Velvet Revolution in the country, corporations significantly increased their production volumes, which affected the quality. But all the same Czech "lager" and "pilsner" are considered classics of beer varieties. Any guest who has visited this country is simply obliged to try draft beer in one of the many pubs. Just take a look at U Fleku - a famous brewery restaurant that has existed in Prague for over 500 years! In such an institution, you can feel the real Czech Republic, get acquainted with its cuisine and, of course, beer. Lager or pilsner beer is a classic of the alcoholic genre in this country. Light, dark, banana, coffee - the variety makes your eyes wide open.

Germany (consumption of pure alcohol - 10.8 liters per year per person). And in this country, much attention is paid to beer - they consume an average of 117 liters per year per person. Is it any wonder, knowing that such a drink here is not much more expensive than plain water? Germany is known for its liberality, so spirits are sold here everywhere - in newsagents, small shops and even at gas stations. The country is famous for the fact that it is allowed to drink alcohol in public places. This alone puts her in the highest place in the ranking of drinkers. So no one will pay attention if you open a bottle of beer at a bus stop or in a park. In general, the Germans are very fond of arranging barbecues in nature, and an abundant amount of food will certainly be washed down with an alcoholic foamy drink. National festivals are dedicated to beer, attracting thousands of guests. The most famous of these is Oktoberfest. It is held annually in Munich, the capital of Bavaria. The beer festival lasts for 16 whole days in October. This is how the harvest is celebrated. At the same time, the Germans eat their traditional sausages, eat sauerkraut, sing national songs and drink rivers of beer. Even mugs are used here in liter volume, immediately making it clear that no one intends to cheat. In Germany, there are several varieties of wheat beer that are popular outside the country - Weizen, Weizenbock, Berliner Weisse and Leipziger Gose.

Denmark (consumption of pure alcohol - 11.5 liters per person per year). A lot of beer is also consumed in this country - 90 liters per month per person. The country is generally quite loyal to the use of alcohol - about 96% of Danes over 14 years of age openly drink. Unsurprisingly, this small country has suddenly become one of the leaders in alcohol consumption. Such statistics are quite frightening, they say that in Denmark, as in other European countries, the attitude towards drunkenness is quite calm. In addition, alcohol is cheap relative to Scandinavia in this country, so numerous Swedes come here for a drink. Denmark has many different types of drinking establishments, connoisseurs will love the traditional vinstues wine bars, and those who want to save money will have to visit vaertshus. These smoky hangouts are also poorly lit and full of suspicious individuals. French-style cafes are represented by bodegas, and in the kaffebars taverns you can taste rough fatty foods and drink alcohol straight from your throat. The most famous Danish beers are Tuborg, Carlsberg and Lager.

Australia (consumption of pure alcohol - 9.8 liters per year per person). It is worth considering also about 110 liters of beer drunk per year per person. This country is the only one that does not represent Europe on this list. And the thing is that in the era when Western Australia was just being conquered, this huge mainland, which was a British colony, used strong rum as one of the types of currency. Is it any wonder that the inhabitants of the colony were almost constantly in a state of drinking? Friendship drinking and drunkenness was considered quite commonplace here. Since then, in Australia it has been considered simply indecent to drink alone. The residents themselves are constantly looking for someone to share a drink with. Until the 1970s, Australia was generally among the leaders, competing in alcohol consumption with Ireland and Germany. But since then, the hobby for drinking has gradually lost its vogue. But there is still a tradition of ordering a drink to everyone present in the bar, you just have to wait until one of the visitors is drunk to the point of feeling insensible. This ritual makes Australia one of the most drinkers. One of the most famous alcoholic drinks in the country is wine made from the Shiraz grape variety ”. The berry has taken root well on the mainland, they say that the taste of the drink from it is rich and bright, which is impossible not to appreciate gourmets.

Russia (consumption of pure alcohol - 9.29 liters per year per person). The word "vodka" has become one of the synonyms of our country. We have invented this legendary alcoholic beverage. Vodka allows you to quickly get drunk until you lose consciousness, which is what Russians often do. In an alcoholic intoxication it will be easy to get away from reality, but what to do with a terrible hangover? Russia is not a country that pays attention to exquisite alcoholic cocktails. Popular in Europe, Martini is just an overseas curiosity. And why experiment when there is a proven national product? And it's not just about patriotism, but about the fact that vodka is really cool alcohol. In Russia, it is consumed in its pure form, without additives in the form of soda, as in the West. The most zealous experimenters even add vodka to beer or wash it down with this foamy drink. It is difficult for sophisticated connoisseurs of Russian drinking to understand, but such cocktails are quite common here. No wonder in Russia they say - "Vodka without beer - money down the drain." Vodka is usually served chilled, in small glasses, and drunk in one gulp.

England (consumption of pure alcohol - 10.4 liters per person per year). Another 99 liters a year are drunk here in the form of beer. When the British start drinking, they no longer feel the measure. Light or dark beer, ale, porter, whiskey flow like a river. Keeping up with the European Union, the country has adopted a law according to which alcohol is allowed to be consumed around the clock. And even before the adoption of such a resolution, the British did not really restrain themselves. Now it has become possible to drink beer even at breakfast. The fact that drinking is a special passion for England is evidenced by the increase in the number of diseases associated with alcohol use over the past 10 years. And where is without the classic cirrhosis of the liver? There was a time when almost all English pubs closed at 11pm. This fact provided rather low rates of alcohol consumption. But today, nothing prevents drunkards from hanging around the clock with a bottle in such establishments. The break is just for sleep. It is believed that warm beer is loved in England. In fact, it cools here, as elsewhere. It's just that in America the drink is generally served ice cold. Among the favorites in England are ale and light bitter beer, drunk from unpretentious half-liter glass mugs.

Finland (consumption of pure alcohol - 9.9 liters per person per year). Living in this northern country isn't all that fun. In winter it is cold, dark and boring. The air temperature drops to minus 30, and the night gives up its power to the day for only a few hours. Is it easy to keep from drinking in such conditions? So the Finns, it seems, drink to forget and not notice the cold. In Scandinavia in 2005, a study was conducted, which showed that alcoholism is the main cause of death in these countries. Drinking killed more people between the ages of 15 and 64 than cancer or cardiovascular disease. The drinking tradition in Finland is so entrenched that the prohibitions of the authorities are bewildered. During the "dry law" period, the country even had its own hero, a resident of Helsinki Algot Niska (1888-1954), nicknamed "the king of smugglers." All his exploits were carried out on the basis of the illegal import of alcohol into the country, which the grateful Finns could not appreciate. The country's favorite spirits are Guinness vodka and beer. Strong alcoholic drinks are in fashion, as in Russia. In addition, there are many Irish pubs in the country where you can taste real Guinness.

Ireland (consumption of pure alcohol - 14.2 liters per year per person). Another 131 liters per person is drunk in the country of beer. Sometimes it seems that a sober Irishman is nonsense. In the country, drunkenness has long become commonplace. The Irish's drinking endurance is best seen at the St. Patrick's Day parade. Research by London Press Associated has shown that about 48% of Irish people drink alcohol at least once a week. For comparison, in England this figure is 40%, and in France - 9%. Over time, beer was able to become an integral part of the life of the island, now being mentioned in all stories about it. The most famous brand, the pride of Ireland, is Guinness. This beer is a legend, a symbol of St. Patrick's Day, the patron saint of Ireland. On this day, the slogan "Kiss me, I am Irish" sounds throughout the country, and all residents wear green clothes. It is not surprising that in other countries Ireland appears as the land of the Celts, where they drink non-stop. That is why this country takes first place in our rating. In addition to Guinness beer, the famous Harp beer is also worth noting. And how can you forget about Irish whiskey, known since the XII century?

The Czech Republic is the first country in Europe in terms of alcohol consumption. The volume of alcoholic beverages consumed per capita in this country is almost 16.5 liters.

A similar figure is associated with the rich beer traditions of the Czech Republic. It is not for nothing that Czechs use the expression: "A real Czech spends a third of his life in a dream, a third in a pub, and spends another third on everything else."

The following European countries also have "outstanding" indicators: Hungary, Ukraine, Estonia, Andorra and Romania.

In the world, primarily in Asia, the volume of consumption of alcoholic beverages is much less. This is mainly due to a different socio-cultural experience and traditions that have developed over many centuries, which do not imply the use of strong alcohol or establish sobriety as the only socially acceptable model of behavior.

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Ranking of countries by alcohol consumption

		Volume of alcohol consumed per capita (l)
	Slovenia
	Belarus
	Croatia

The statistics of female alcoholism is interesting. Over the past 3 years, the number of Russian women suffering from alcohol addiction has increased from 10.2% to 14.7%. The Scandinavian countries and the United States, speaking about the problem of female alcoholism in their country, call the figure 30%. In Britain, this figure is even more terrifying - 50%.

Child and adolescent alcoholism

The problem of alcohol dependence is getting younger every year. According to a survey among people suffering from alcohol dependence, 50% of respondents had their first experience of drinking alcohol before 10 years, and in the second half - in the period from 10 to 20 years.

Often, short-sighted parents, who do not know that in adolescence, harmful addictions are formed much faster, contribute to the initiation of alcohol. Hence the expression that drinking parents give birth to drinking children.

Mortality

1st place - Moldova (18.22 l)

It shouldn't be particularly surprising that this small country has taken the lead in the ranking of the most drinking countries in the world - after all, its main crop is grapes.

The population of Moldova, which is about 3.5 million people, on average "takes on the chest" 18.22 liters of alcohol per year per person. At the same time, only a smaller part (about 8 liters) is used officially, that is, it is bought in stores that have a state license.

But even more Moldovans drink products made in clandestine workshops. In Moldova, the analogue of cognac should be noted among spirits, tsuiku - a tincture on pear, apricot or plum, and, of course, excellent grape wine.

At the same time, cognac is made only at official factories, but wine and liqueurs are produced both officially and illegally.

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4: Czech Republic

The Czech Republic lagged behind Moldova, where everyone drinks "only" 16.45 liters of alcohol per year. Czech beer is known all over the world and has a rich history.

The most famous brands are Velkopopovitsky Kozel, Pilsner, Radegast. The Celts began to produce beer here in the XII century.

The local Slavs liked this drink so much that after a few years it was already brewed in almost every home. But the Czech Republic does not forget about winemaking, which has become the most promising in local agriculture.

Most of the grapes are grown in Moravia, which is why Czech wines are often called "Moravian". In the capital of the country - Prague, in its many bars you can taste most varieties of Czech wine and beer.

Alcohol consumption in the world is growing relentlessly. The Czech Republic is approximately on the same level as France.

Residents of the country honor and actively drink their national treasure - becherovka. Beer is also a part of Czech culture.

It is here that drinks of world famous brands are produced (for example, Velkopopovetsky Kozel, Pilsner and others). The wine industry is also developing thanks to the extensive plantations in Moravia.

8. Australia

Around 9-10 liters of spirits are consumed annually by Australians. Alcohol addiction is a historical feature.

The fact is that in ancient times, strong rum was a real monetary currency, which was actively used for settlement in trade operations and transactions. When Australia was a British colony, people considered drunkenness quite common and even normal.

Now alcohol in the country is gradually losing popularity. Nevertheless, many honor the tradition of drinking to the point of unconsciousness.

Alcohol consumption: 9.70 liters of alcohol per person per year

The Australian lifestyle is inextricably linked with drinking beer. It is this foamy drink, as well as wine, that accounts for the lion's share of the consumption of alcoholic beverages in the country.

The biggest problem in Australia is the overuse of alcohol by Australian Aborigines, for whom drunkenness and alcoholism have become commonplace.

Therefore, the state is taking quite tough measures to combat this problem.

5 Russia

During 2017-2018, alcohol consumption by the population decreased slightly, but the country nevertheless entered the ranking of the most drinkers in the world. The average Russian drinks 15.1 liters a year.

Recently, the number of Russians who prefer wine to other spirits has increased.

According to UN statistics, in 2015 the volume of alcohol consumed per capita per year in our country amounted to 13.5 liters. The Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation claims that in 2017 the overall level of consumption of alcoholic beverages decreased - compared to the same 2015, the volume of consumption decreased by 2 liters.

Analyzing the data of previous years, the ministry states that there is a situation of a steady downward trend in alcohol consumption. This fact is good news.

However, alcohol in our country still continues to be consumed. And they still do it in large numbers. Alcoholism in Russia suffers 3.4% of the population; only half of this number is registered in drug treatment dispensaries.

If we talk about the stages of alcoholism, then the majority of the population are moderately drinking people. There are 68% of them. Another 10% suffer from alcoholism of the 1st stage, 5% - of the 2nd stage, 0.5% - of the 3rd stage. The remaining 16.5% do not drink alcohol at all.

The problem of female alcoholism is also relevant for Russia. According to statistics, for every 10 male alcoholics there are 3-4 women suffering from alcoholism. Alcohol abuse also occurs among adolescents. In Russia, there are 25,000 registered adolescents suffering from the 1st stage of alcohol addiction.

At the end of 2017, alcohol consumption by the population decreased slightly, but the country nevertheless entered the top five most drinkers in the world. The average Russian drinks 15.1 liters a year.

alcohol. Women consume half as much - 7.8 liters.

The national drink is vodka. In Russia, they give more preference to vodka and beer, the purely Russian habit of choosing "white" has spread to other post-Soviet states, such as Moldova, Belarus, Kazakhstan, etc. It is in these countries that a person is more inclined, drinking alcohol, to reach a state of extreme intoxication , as soon as possible.

Recently, the number of Russians who prefer wine to other spirits has increased.

But it was Russia that turned out to be the first behind the line of prize-winners. Unfortunately, Russians do not drink too much wine, but they make up for this deficiency with beer and vodka. Although, according to researchers, the percentage of the population inclined to drink wine is gradually growing.

Alcohol consumption in Russia is about 15 liters per person. The main share falls on vodka.

In second place is beer. Russia's entry into the ranking of drinking countries is also caused by the price of alcohol.

Alcoholic drinks are several times cheaper than, for example, in Europe. Fortunately, thanks to government policy, the population's craving for alcohol is gradually decreasing.

There is also a growing interest of the population in high-quality wine, which is less detrimental to health than vodka.

Alcohol consumption: 10.12 liters of alcohol per person per year

For three years now, there has been a tendency in the country to reduce the consumption of alcoholic beverages by the population.

9. Denmark

Looking at alcohol consumption by country, it is not surprising why Denmark is in the ranking. Every citizen of the state annually drinks almost 10.7 liters of strong alcoholic drinks.

Wine and beer are especially popular here. As a rule, addiction begins to form from adolescence (from about 15 years old).

The situation is not catastrophic, but alarming. It is believed that the Danes still drink a little, since alcohol is expensive in the country.

Alcohol consumption: 9.64 liters of alcohol per person per year

Although excessive alcohol consumption is believed to lead to aggressive and rude behavior, Danes instead become very open-minded, friendly and loving.

Danes are very tolerant of drunken behavior if it happens on weekends.

A glass or two of wine with dinner during the working week will make you an alcoholic in the eyes of the locals, but 20 glasses on Saturday will be taken absolutely calmly.

2: Ukraine

In Ukraine, there are 17.4 liters of alcohol per person per year. The alcohol market is very poorly regulated in the country, so the number of young people addicted to alcohol is increasing.

Vodka and beer are the most popular spirits, followed by wine. Ukrainians prefer to drink wines of domestic producers, mainly because of the affordable cost, in comparison with European brands.

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It is easy to predict that Ukraine will also be on this list next to Russia. In Little Russia, back in the 17th century, the main strong drink was "gorilka" - local moonshine.

True, in those days it was more often called "hot vodka". In present-day Ukraine, the production of high-quality vodka "Nemiroff", which meets international standards, is also deployed.

The most famous of this line is "Ukrainian honey with pepper". Ukrainian vodka "Khortytsa" is no less famous all over the world.

Studying the most drinking countries, one cannot but mention Ukraine. Here, there are about 17 liters of alcohol per person per year.

The whole problem lies in the weak regulatory policy of the state in relation to the alcohol market. Low prices and availability of alcohol - all this becomes the reason for the introduction of people to alcohol from a young age.

In addition, there are many enterprises producing alcoholic beverages in the country. In the first place in popularity is vodka.

On the second - beer, and on the third - wine.

6.United Kingdom

Slightly over 10 liters of hard liquor are consumed annually for every Briton. It is believed that with the first glass they drink, they lose their sense of proportion.

In this regard, it is not surprising that over the past decade, the number of people suffering from cirrhosis of the liver has increased significantly. This is because alcohol can be consumed in the UK around the clock, pubs and bars also have flexible opening hours.

Alcohol consumption: 10.66 liters of alcohol per person per year

World famous pubs and restaurants in the UK are rarely empty

Although Great Britain is home to many world famous alcoholic beverages, including whiskey and gin, beer is drunk most in the country, including the native English drink - ale.

Drinkers are not particularly persecuted in the country and according to the law.

6th place - Estonia (15.57 l)

In third place on the list is Estonia. The national drink is Old Tallinn.

Despite the fact that the capital of the country has received the title of "City of Culture" many times, Estonians drink even more than Russians: 17.2 liters. per person

in year. Of the alcoholic drinks, beer is preferred here.

It costs $ 3 a glass, ale or other alcohol costs about $ 5. Locals love to spend time in crowded bars.

It will be interesting for a tourist to visit the Old Town, where there are many stylized restaurants.

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In sixth place in the list of the most drinking countries, there was another fragment of the former USSR - Estonia. But at the same time, Tallinn has always been considered one of the most cultured and calm European cities. Probably because Estonians prefer ale or beer to spirits.

8 Portugal and Spain

Alcohol consumption varies across countries. For example, in Spain, there are 11.4 liters of strong alcohol per person annually.

These are usually port, wine and beer. People's addiction to alcohol is due to two factors.

The first is developed winemaking. Thanks to the large area of ​​plantations, Spain took the third place in the world for the production of wine.

The second reason is hot weather. During siesta, the Spaniards love to quench their thirst with a cold beer and ice.

In the evening, multicomponent cocktails are in demand.

Finland

Finland can boast of impressive volumes of strong alcohol consumption. Life in conditions of almost year-round cold is not easy at all.

Low air temperatures and lack of sunlight encourages people to seek solace in alcohol. Alcoholism is the leading cause of death in this country.

The majority of cardiovascular and oncological diseases in persons between 15 and 70 years old are caused precisely by excessive consumption of alcohol. Despite the fact that the authorities are vigorously fighting this problem and introducing all sorts of restrictive measures, the common people seem to ignore them.

8th place - Romania (15.3 l)

This medium-sized European country with a population of about 21 million is only in 50th place in the human development index, but in terms of alcohol consumption it is much higher - in eighth.

Moreover, in Romania, residents drink strong alcoholic drinks and beer with approximately equal zeal. Although the Balkans are an ancient wine-making region, Romanians prefer the strongest (40-60 degrees) "rakia".

This drink can have different origins: "plum brandy" is made from plums, "smokinova" - from figs, "kaisieva" - from apricots, and "muscat" - from grapes. At the same time, brandy is drunk not only chilled, but also warmed up, adding orange peels, cinnamon and cloves.

8: Germany

When looking at alcohol consumption by country, Germany cannot be ignored. There are about 12 liters of strong alcohol per person per year.

Of course, beer takes the largest share. This drink is sold literally everywhere.

Even at newsstands. And it is quite inexpensive by local standards.

There is no ban on drinking in public in Germany, and beer festivals are often held.

Alcohol consumption: 11.03 liters of alcohol per person per year

7: France

In France, per capita alcohol consumption is about 14 liters. Despite the fact that red wine is considered the main drink of the refined French, cheaper beer is in the first place in terms of consumption.

But still, you should not write off the grape drink. The French love him and are well versed in him.

Good red wine is considered an essential part of your daily meal.

Alcohol consumption: 11.50 liters of alcohol per person per year

1: Belarus

Belarus is the most drinking country in the world.

According to the World Health Organization, over the past year, more Ukrainians and Russians drank only in Belarus. Here, each resident drinks an average of 17.5 liters.

alcohol per year. Moreover, spirits are preferred by 47% of people, beer, only 17%, other alcohol -32%, but very little wine - 4%.

Women also like to drink, on average, 7 liters. in year.

These figures are official, but the real ones, presumably, are much higher, since they could not get data on home brewing in conservative Belarus.

Belarus closes the top ten of the most drinking countries in the world and is ready to oust Slovenia from the 9th place. At the same time, the data on home brewing remained unavailable for researchers, therefore, it is obvious that the real consumption of alcohol in this country is much higher than the official results give.

After all, it is known that Belarusians like to make Vilna home beer, and sbiten, and various tinctures: currant, cranberry, mint, and chokeberry. There is also a drink with a strange name "krambambula" - mead with spices, consumed hot and chilled.

Belarus in 2016 took first place in the ranking of "The most drinking countries in the world." For every inhabitant of the country there are almost 18 liters of alcohol a year. It should be noted that when compiling the statistics, the black alcohol market was not taken into account. And moonshine is known to be a problem in Belarus and other post-Soviet countries.

12th place - Latvia (15.03 l)

The most famous in Latvia is the "Riga Black Balsam", which has been produced since 1755, but it did not allow this Baltic country to take 12th place. After all, many high-quality liqueurs and vodkas are produced here, for example, caraway vodka, tomato vodka and various herbal liqueurs.

In general, beer has been brewed in Latvia for a long time, and today the Latvian foamy drink has an excellent reputation.

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13th place - Republic of Korea (14.8 liters)

The combination of cheap alcohol and Koreans' addiction to the "green snake" put this country in 13th place in the ranking. Both throughout East Asia and in Korea, in particular, rice is the most important agricultural crop, therefore traditional alcoholic drinks are made here on its basis.

In addition to rice, fruits, herbs, flowers and more exotic ingredients are used to add a certain aroma to the drink, which is much stronger than, for example, in Chinese wines.

Koreans have 6 main spirits: distilled liquor (including soja), yakcha, takcha, flower, fruit and medicinal wines.

Alcohol consumption: 9.33 liters of alcohol per person per year

Also Koreans love rice or fruit wine and local beer. It is considered common among the local population to end the working day in one of the drinking establishments, therefore, drunk people can often be found on the streets of cities.

Top 18 most drinking countries in the world

Alcohol consumption statistics over the past few years indicate that Yemen is the most teetotal country. There are several milliliters per capita per year.

And all because Islam, which is professed by the overwhelming majority of the population, prohibits drinking alcoholic beverages, up to punishment under Sharia law. Somalia, Pakistan, Kuwait, Libya and other Muslim countries around Yemen also have low alcohol consumption.

Such data are collected by WHO experts annually, it helps to find out the general degree of dependence and the percentage of alcohol consumed.

The global level of alcohol consumption has increased on the planet. In 2018, for every person over 15 years old, there are 6.6 liters of pure alcohol per year. Since 2014, this figure has been growing by 0.2 percent.

Examining countries with strong economies, experts found that every fifth inhabitant is a chronic alcoholic. Europe has been holding the leading position in suicide under the influence of systematic drunkenness for five years. Every 4th attempt to kill oneself here is associated with drinking.

This year's rating is presented almost entirely by the countries of Europe and the post-Soviet space. Australia closes the top 18 of the world list. She first came to 20 countries with an increased interest in alcohol.

And the most drinking country in the world in 2018 is Belarus, and the share of consumption of all categories of drinks has increased here.

But, due to the ubiquity of local wines and beers, the kangaroo country is faced with the problem of alcoholism among the aborigines. The health of many of them deteriorated so much that in some territories it was necessary to introduce compulsory treatment for drunkenness for local Indians.

Slovenia and Denmark

17th and 16th place. Traditionally, countries have the same rate of alcoholism among the population.

What is the world's most drinking country? Such ratings are published annually by various scientific and public organizations. Starting from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and ending with the World Health Organization. The amount of alcohol consumed is a reflection of many factors. The standard of living and education, mentality and characteristics of the character of the nation. There is often an opinion among Russians that they are among the most drinkers on the planet. But is it really so?

How is the amount of alcohol consumed by the population calculated?

The most drinking country is most often determined by the World Health Organization. To compile its ranking, WHO measures how much each citizen of the state drinks pure ethyl alcohol. At the same time, for the purity of the experiment, only citizens over 15 years old are taken into account.

The calculation takes into account all alcohol sold in supermarkets and restaurants, cafes and gas stations during the year. So this is the most objective and reliable data.

Who comes first?

Currently, the ranking of the most drinking countries in the world is headed, surprisingly, by Lithuania. The objectivity of the most recent WHO rating compiled to date is added by the fact that it takes into account the consumption of ethyl alcohol by each inhabitant not within one year, but over the past five years.

It should be noted that the population of Lithuania is relatively small. The country is home to just under three million people. Moreover, if five years ago each resident drank about 13 liters of pure ethanol a year, now this figure has grown by almost one and a half liters.

This is explained not so much by the Lithuanians' passion for drinking as by the economic and social state of affairs in the country. With a successful transition to the rails of a market economy and low inflation, the country retains a very meager raw material base, as well as a rapidly growing deficit in the service market. Recently, Lithuania joined the European Union and abandoned the local currency in favor of the euro. At the same time, European aid is by far the largest source of income for the state budget. It has already exceeded 30%.

The absence of borders with Europe also plays a role. Most talented and promising Lithuanians today can easily move to countries with a higher standard of living. And those who remain, and take the country to the top, when the rating of the most drinking countries is compiled.

At the same time, the most popular drink in Lithuania is beer. It provides almost half of the ethanol consumption. Another popular drink is mead, a local mead. Alcohol similar to beer, but a few degrees stronger.

Neighbors come second

The second place in this list is the neighbors of the Lithuanians - Estonia. At the same time, the lag behind the leaders is very significant. Therefore, it is safe to say that the most drinking country in the world will remain unchanged in the coming years.

While in Lithuania each citizen consumes about 14.5 liters of ethanol per year, in Estonia this figure does not even reach 12 liters. Moreover, it is worth noting that several years ago this figure was almost half a liter higher, but the state is conducting an active anti-alcohol campaign, which is bearing fruit.

Estonia has the same economic and social problems as Lithuania. The almost complete absence of a raw material base, a large outflow of the population to European countries with a higher standard of living, the dependence of the budget on subsidies from the European Union.

In Estonia, beer and spirits are almost as popular as each other. Most often, the locals prefer the strong liqueur "Old Tallinn".

Who else is in the top three?

Over the past five years, there has been a trend towards a decrease in alcohol consumption per capita, but the French still remain among the leaders. If a few years ago each citizen drank about 12 liters of ethanol a year annually, today this figure has been reduced by almost a liter.

The most popular drink of the French is wine. Largely because of him, many believe that France is the most drinking country. It accounts for almost 60% of the total consumption of all alcoholic beverages. At the same time, the beer consumption rating is extremely low - less than 20%.

Such a high level of consumption in this case is explained by the mentality. Almost no meal in France is complete without a glass or even a bottle of wine. The country itself produces a large amount of this alcoholic drink, which is actively popularized among its citizens. Teenagers start drinking wine and do not stop until the day they die.

Another factor is the large number of migrants who have arrived in France in recent years. They also do their bit.

Where is Russia?

Now you know that the answer to the question of what is the most drinking country is definitely not Russia. In the modern rating, our state is in 8th place. Ahead are Czechs, Irish, Germans and Luxembourgers.

At the same time, there is an unpleasant trend: in recent years, the amount of alcohol consumed has been growing.

The most popular drink in Russia is vodka. In general, strong alcohol in the total mass accounts for more than 50% of consumption, slightly less than 40% falls on beer. Men drink 4 times more women on average.

And where do they not drink?

The inhabitants of Pakistan certainly cannot say about themselves that they are the most drinking country in the world. This state in South Asia is one of the most densely populated in the world. It is home to almost 200 million people - this is the 6th place in the world.

At the same time, the level of alcohol consumption here is one of the lowest on the planet. On average, Pakistanis drink about one tenth of a liter of ethanol per year for every citizen.

The reason for this low consumption is religion. The state religion in the country is Sunni Islam. Any alcohol is strictly prohibited. So, the main consumption of alcoholic beverages is accounted for by visiting specialists who have long settled in Pakistan.

The Sunnis themselves are not allowed to drink alcohol, but it is not prohibited to buy, sell or give it to representatives of other religions.