Yerevan/Mediamax/. Brandy production in Armenia increased by 44.8% having made 8mln 51.3 thousand liters as of the first half-year of 2012.

Wine production reduced by 33.8% having made 2mln liters in the accounting period, the Armenian National Statistical Service reports.

Vodka and liquor production grew by 50.4% (4mln 44.5thousand liters) and the beer production remained at the same level (6.5mln liters) in the first half-year.

Natural juices production grew by 14.2% (7.2mln liters) and production of other alcohol-free drinks reduced by 2.2% (16mln liters).