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Heineken competitors & alternatives
The 12 closest competitors and alternatives to Heineken among food & beverage companies — ranked by similarity to what Heineken actually does, not by market-cap band.
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About Heineken
Heineken N.V., branded as The Heineken Company is a Dutch multinational brewing company, founded in 1864 by Gerard Adriaan Heineken in Amsterdam. As of 2019, Heineken owns over 165 breweries in more than 70 countries. It produces 348 international, regional, local, and speciality beers and ciders, and employs approximately 85,000 people.
Recent Heineken news
- Leadership changeHeineken anuncia brasileiro como seu novo CEO: saiba quem é o executivo que tentará reerguer a companhia
- Leadership changeHeineken appoints new CEO, chair | Springfield Business Journal
- Leadership changeHeineken annonce la nomination d’un nouveau PDG - Rayon Boissons
- Leadership changeHeineken anuncia brasileiro como seu novo CEO: saiba quem é o executivo que tentará reerguer a companhia - Seu Dinheiro
5 corporate events on record, with sources — see the full timeline →
Top 12 Heineken competitors
Ranked by semantic similarity — how close each company is to Heineken by what it does, using Xcout's live company graph. Click any company for its full profile, or its competitor set.
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Carlsberg A/S is a Danish multinational brewing company that produces and markets beer, cider, soft drinks, and other beverages. It serves consumers worldwide through brands including Carlsberg, Tuborg, and 1664.
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Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) is one of the world's largest brewers, headquartered in Leuven, Belgium. Formed in 2008 through the acquisition of Anheuser-Busch by InBev, it operates globally with a presence in over 50 countries, engaging in the production and distribution of beverages.
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Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, known as AB InBev, is a Belgian multinational drink and brewing company based in Leuven, Belgium. It is the largest brewer in the world, and in 2023, was ranked 72nd in the Forbes Global 2000.
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Bavaria N.V. is a family-owned brewery headquartered in Lieshout, Netherlands. The company is a significant producer of beer both locally and for export, known for its rich heritage and commitment to quality brewing.
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Carlsberg Group, established in 1847 by J.C. Jacobsen, is one of the world's leading brewery groups. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, the company boasts a large portfolio of beer and other beverages.
Beverages & Brewing
Desperados is an international brand of beer flavored with tequila, owned by Heineken, offering a range of flavored and non-alcoholic beer products.
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United Breweries Holdings Limited (UBHL), also called UB Group, is the Indian subsidiary of Heineken N.V.. It is headquartered in UB City, Bangalore, Karnataka. Its core business includes beverages and investments in various sectors. The company markets beer under the Kingfisher brand, and owns various other brands of alcoholic beverages. United Breweries is India's largest producer of beer.
Beverage & Brewing
Guinness is an iconic Irish dry stout brewing company established in 1759, known worldwide for its beers and the Guinness Storehouse experience.
Beverages
Koninklijke Grolsch N.V., known simply as Grolsch, is a Dutch brewery founded in 1615 by Willem Neerfeldt in Groenlo. In 1895, the de Groen family bought the brewery. They had started their own brewery in Enschede in the early 19th century and held a significant stake until 2007. Today the main brewery is in Enschede.
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Lipton Teas and Infusions B.V. is a Dutch multinational company headquartered in Amsterdam that produces tea and various herbal drinks.
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Damm is a privately held company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. The company is involved in the production of beers and is known for its commitment to loyalty and innovation.
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Ambev S.A., operating through its various subsidiaries, is a prominent player in the beverage and food industry across the Americas. The company is engaged in the manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of a diverse portfolio of products, including various types of beer (both packaged and on tap), carbonated soft drinks, other non-alcoholic beverages, malt, and food items. Its extensive operations are structured into four primary geographical divisions: Brazil; Central America and the Caribbean; Latin America South; and Canada. Ambev's vast selection of beer labels features widely recognized names such as Skol, Brahma, Antarctica, Brahva, Brahva Gold, Extra, Bud Light, Beck, Leffe, Hoegaarden, Bucanero, Cristal, Mayabe, Cacique, Presidente, Brahma Light, Presidente Light, Presidente Golden Light, Bohemia, The One, Corona, Modelo Especial, Stella Artois, Budweiser, Quilmes Clásica, Paceña, Taquiña, Huari, Becker, Cusqueña, Michelob Ultra, Busch, Pilsen, Ouro Fino, Banks, Deputy, Patricia, Labatt Blue, Alexander Keith's, and Kokanee. Beyond alcoholic offerings, the company also provides a comprehensive range of non-alcoholic drinks. These include bottled water, isotonic and energy beverages, coconut water, powdered and natural fruit juices, and ready-to-drink teas. These products are sold under popular brands like Guaraná Antarctica, Gatorade, H2OH!, Lipton Iced Tea, Fusion, Do Bem, Pepsi, Canada Dry, Squirt, Red Rock, Pepsi-Cola, Seven Up, Nutrl, Bud Light Seltzer, Palm Bay, and Mike's. Products are made available to consumers through a multifaceted distribution approach, combining its own direct distribution network with a system that leverages third-party distributors. Ambev S.A. was founded in 1885 and maintains its corporate headquarters in São Paulo, Brazil. It operates as a subsidiary of Interbrew International B.V.
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