Market Trends of African Brewing Enzymes Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the African Brewing Enzymes Market according to our research experts:
Rising Demand for Protease in the Food Industries
The demand for protease has witnessed significant growth as a brewing enzyme in recent years. Proteases are used in brewing for many benefits, and the most important two are digestion of protein for clarification and facilitation of malting. Its other functionalities include improving the brewed drink's fermentation, chilling, and storage qualities. It also increases the degree of solubility of the proteins. Accordingly, it lowers the viscosity of beer, thus developing a good condition for yeast growth by satisfying the availability of free amino nitrogen which is necessary for yeast growth. During mashing, protease softens the kernel layer by hydrolyzing the cell wall protein leading to the exposure of the starch to the mashing enzymes and, accordingly, better mashing and wort fermentability.
South Africa to Drive the Regional Market
South Africa has been recorded to have the largest production of beer in the African region. As a result of the increased demand for alcoholic beverages in the country, the demand for the brewing and distilling industries has experienced significant growth during the past few years. According to Barth-Haas Group, beer production in the African countries was recorded to be the highest in South Africa, followed by Nigeria, Ethiopia, Angola, Cameroon, and Kenya in 2020. Consumers across South Africa are seeking distinctive and flavorful beers, pushing the market for brewing enzymes such as amylases, proteases, glucanase, and cellulase in the alcoholic beverage market.
