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Craft Beer Kegs Set for Nationwide Distribution in Thailand After Thai Cabinet Decision

By Adam Judd

May 19, 2025

Small-scale brewers and beer merchants across Thailand are celebrating following a Thai cabinet decision to approve amendments to the 2022 ministerial regulation on alcoholic beverage production. The changes will allow craft beer to be distributed nationwide in kegs, marking a major step forward for the country’s burgeoning craft beer industry.

The revised regulation lifts previous restrictions that limited the distribution of craft beer, enabling small-scale brewers to expand their reach beyond local markets. Industry leaders have hailed the decision as a boost for entrepreneurship and innovation in the beverage sector.

“This is a game-changer for us,” said Somchai Rattanaporn, owner of a craft brewery in Chiang Mai. “Being able to distribute our beer in kegs nationwide opens up new opportunities to share our unique flavors with a wider audience.”

Beer merchants also expressed enthusiasm, noting that the move will diversify offerings in bars and restaurants, catering to growing consumer demand for craft brews. The decision is expected to stimulate economic growth in the craft beer sector, which has gained popularity in recent years among both locals and tourists.

Further details on the implementation of the amended regulation are expected to be released in the coming weeks.

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Some deregulation in the brewing sector is long overdue.

As it stands, IPAs are often priced at about 3x the price of the mass produced lagers. Whereas they are about the same price in the UK.
Some more competition would be welcome. Give the Thais and the tourists more choice at a reasonable price.