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Country-level Alcohol Consumption Patterns
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This dataset provides a detailed overview of global alcohol consumption patterns by type (beer, wine, and spirits) for the year 2010. It contains data enabling analysis of average serving sizes per person across various countries, revealing where different types of alcohol are consumed most frequently. The data originates from the World Health Organisation's Global Information System on Alcohol and Health (GISAH).
Columns
- country: The name of the country. This column has 193 unique country entries.
- beer_servings: The average number of beer servings consumed per person in the country. Values range from 0 to 376, with an average of 106 servings.
- spirit_servings: The average number of spirit servings consumed per person in the country. Values range from 0 to 438, with an average of 81 servings.
- wine_servings: The average number of wine servings consumed per person in the country. Values range from 0 to 370, with an average of 49.5 servings.
- total_litres_of_pure_alcohol: The total litres of pure alcohol consumed per person in the country. Values range from 0 to 14.4, with an average of 4.72 litres.
Distribution
The dataset is provided in a CSV file format, named
drinks.csv, and is approximately 4.38 kB in size. It comprises 5 columns and 193 distinct records, with no missing values across any of the fields.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Conducting comparative analyses of alcohol consumption across different countries.
- Researching public health trends related to alcohol intake.
- Supporting market analysis for the global alcoholic beverage industry.
- Educating on geographical variations in drinking habits.
- Developing visualisations to illustrate global alcohol consumption.
Coverage
The dataset covers 193 countries globally, representing a single snapshot in time from the year 2010. The data quantifies average serving sizes per person, offering insights into national consumption levels without specific demographic breakdowns within countries.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Public Health Researchers: To study global alcohol consumption and its potential health impacts.
- Policy Makers: To inform public health strategies and regulations related to alcohol.
- Beverage Industry Analysts: To understand market trends and geographical preferences for beer, wine, and spirits.
- Academics and Students: For statistical analysis, geographical studies, and research projects.
- Journalists: To create data-driven stories on international drinking habits.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Alcohol Consumption by Country 2010
- Worldwide Alcohol Servings 2010
- Country-level Alcohol Consumption Patterns
- Beer, Wine, and Spirit Consumption Globally
- WHO Global Alcohol Data 2010
Attributes
Original Data Source: Country-level Alcohol Consumption Patterns
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