Brewer to continue accelerating growth momentum

Leading the way: Malaysia is the first market in South-East Asia to launch the alcohol-free Somersby Apple 0.0.

Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Bhd (Carlsberg Malaysia) has enjoyed a solid start in 2022, with its mainstream brands Carlsberg Danish Pilsner and Carlsberg Smooth Draught returning to growth this year after being affected by the pandemic, according to managing director Stefano Clini.

Clini points out that the Carlsberg Malaysia group recorded a 39% year-on-year growth in its premium category comprising 1664 Blanc, Asahi Super Dry, Somersby and Connor’s Stout Porter in the first quarter ended March 31 (1Q22).