Falling to a series low
Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 1.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.710 Kilogram in 2023 (−51.4%), an average of −8.6% a year. The series high was 1.50 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.710 Kilogram in 2023.
What Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita shows
Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 0.710 Kilogram in 2023, down 18.4% on 2022. Germany's cocoa beans consumption per capita between 2015 and 2023 reflects a gradual declining trend, influenced by changing consumer preferences, increasing health awareness, economic pressures, and evolving dietary patterns. Validated Our World in Data data shows per capita cocoa beans consumption decreased from 1.46 kg in 2015 to 0.71 kg in 2023.
A 52.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 0.790 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −22.9% in 2021.
Ranks 32 of 44 countries covered
Among the 44 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 32 for 2023, behind Luxembourg (5.42 Kilogram) and Iceland (5.27 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.658 Kilogram, so Germany is above it.
Full series
Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 0.710 | −18.4% |
| 2022 | 0.870 | −13.9% |
| 2021 | 1.01 | −22.9% |
| 2020 | 1.31 | −4.4% |
| 2019 | 1.37 | +2.2% |
| 2018 | 1.34 | −4.3% |
| 2017 | 1.40 | −6.7% |
| 2016Peak | 1.50 | +2.7% |
| 2015 | 1.46 | — |
Regional context
How Germany compares in Europe
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Germany is highlighted.
1Luxembourg5.42
2Iceland5.27
3Montenegro4.41
4France4.04
5UK3.94
6malta3.63
7Slovenia3.52
17Germany0.710
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison.
The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
About this indicator
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
Despite Germany's strong chocolate manufacturing industry and long-established confectionery culture, the decline indicates shifting consumer behavior and changing demand patterns within the cocoa-based food sector.
During the initial years, consumption showed moderate fluctuations, increasing slightly from 1.46 kg in 2015 to 1.50 kg in 2016 before declining to 1.40 kg in 2017 and 1.34 kg in 2018. This downward movement reflected growing consumer focus on healthier lifestyles, reduced sugar intake, and increasing preference for balanced diets. Although Germany remains one of Europe's major chocolate markets, consumers have increasingly prioritized quality, sustainability, and mindful consumption.
Consumption recorded a slight recovery in 2019, reaching 1.37 kg, supported by continued demand for premium chocolate products, seasonal confectionery purchases, and strong retail availability. However, consumption declined further during the following years, reaching 1.31 kg in 2020, 1.01 kg in 2021, and 0.87 kg in 2022. These reductions were influenced by inflationary pressures, changing household spending priorities, and evolving preferences toward healthier food choices.
In 2023, per capita consumption decreased further to 0.71 kg, representing the lowest level during the observed period. This continued decline highlights structural changes in consumer behavior rather than short-term market weakness. Overall, Germany's cocoa consumption market remains significant but is undergoing transformation due to health trends, sustainability considerations, and changing consumption habits. The dataset provides valuable insights for chocolate manufacturers, cocoa suppliers, retailers, and investors to evaluate market trends, forecast demand, benchmark performance, and adapt strategies to evolving consumer preferences within Germany's cocoa market.
- Indicator
- Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita
- Country
- Germany
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
What was Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita in 2023?
Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 0.710 Kilogram in 2023, down 18.4% on 2022.
How has Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 1.46 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.710 Kilogram in 2023 (−51.4%), an average of −8.6% a year. The series high was 1.50 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.710 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
The highest value was 1.50 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 0.710 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
Where does the Germany Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..latest&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&tableSearch=singa&Food=Cocoa+beans&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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