Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Statistics indicate that alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka is on the rise, according to the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre.

Based on 2025 data, local beer production has increased by 5% and liquor production by 17%, suggesting a corresponding rise in alcohol consumption, the Centre said.

It further noted that the lack of a price revision in alcohol since the adjustment made at the beginning of 2024 has been a key contributing factor to this trend.

According to the Centre, alcohol prices remaining stable despite inflation and rising personal incomes has significantly increased purchasing power, contributing to higher consumption levels.

While excise revenue has shown some increase during this period, the Centre ...