Coffee & Tea Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
The tea retail market is divided into five major product segments: regular, instant/mix, RTD, specialty, and herbal. Similarly to coffee, each tea segment is further divided into subsegments—caffeinated/decaffeinated and non-flavored/flavored, Once again various segment-specific product niches also exist. Natural and organic teas, health teas, alternative tea/juice blends, powdered mixes based on chai varieties, and liquid tea concentrates all have a solid market presence.
Coffee and tea share many fundamental similarities. Both naturally contain significant amounts of caffeine, and both tend to taste bitter rather than sweet (in their natural, non-flavor enhanced states). Together they form the core of the hot beverage market.
The above similarities duly noted several striking differences exist between coffee and tea. In terms of the actual natural plants, three basic dissimilarities are apparent. Coffee is much stronger than tea in caffeine content, with tea containing one-half to one-third the caffeine of coffee. It is important to note the stimulative and diuretic ramifications of both beverages, which is part of their fundamental allures.
Coffee plants are much more sensitive than tea plants. Coffee plants are difficult to grow and harvest, require an abundance of nutrient resources as well as intensive maintenance and labor. They also require extremely specific ecological conditions (geography, climate, environment) in order to thrive. Tea plants, on the other hand, are easier to grow, produce frequent yields that are easier to harvest, and are more ecologically flexible. These differences have ramifications in contrasting price structure and price consistency.
The final difference between coffee and tea relates to health properties. While coffee has some proven health benefits, tea bestows far more benefits, primarily because of its antioxidant attributes.
Coffee & Tea Industry Research & Market Reports
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Coffee Premiumisation in an Inflation-Weary World
... of living. Successful premiumisation is still possible, but it will become more difficult and will need to follow one of three paths: luxury, wellness, or “permissible indulgence.” Euromonitor International's Coffee Premiumisation in an Inflation-Weary World ... Read More
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Tea in Canada
... ginger, have gained popularity due to their perceived wellness properties, including stress relief, digestive support, and immune system support. Furthermore, teas marketed as functional, including those enriched with vitamins, antioxidants, or adaptogens, appea... Euromonitor International's ... Read More
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Hot Drinks in El Salvador
... saw moderate growth due to its existing high penetration, cost of living pressures, and more pronounced hot weather during which cold drinks were favoured over hot ones. Tea is hampered by a lack of tradition ... Read More
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Other Hot Drinks in Costa Rica
... for children, driven by brands such as Nesquik, Johnny's, Cocoa Dulce, and Milo, which parents frequently purchase to mix into milk as part of their children’s daily routines. These brands have successfully created associations with ... Read More
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Hot Drinks in Guatemala
... of nearly 18 million, Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America, and it is estimated that nearly 39% still live below the poverty line. Euromonitor International's Hot Drinks in Guatemala report offers a ... Read More
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Hot Drinks in Cameroon
... of raw materials. For example, the price of fresh Robusta coffee has decreased by XAF100 per kg, yet instant coffee, which is exclusively imported, has seen final retail prices rise sharply due to significant increases ... Read More
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Hot Drinks in Costa Rica
... temperatures, which range from an average minimum of 73°F to a maximum of 89°F, coffee remains an exception to the general lack of demand for hot beverages, being deeply embedded in the daily routines of ... Read More
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Tea in Colombia
... tea, while black tea saw a fall in retail volume sales. Areas such as green and herbal/fruit tea benefited from the perception of being healthier and natural, along with functional benefits that may offer. As ... Read More
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Tea in Guatemala
... means that changes in the cost of raw materials and international logistics directly impact retail prices in the local market. Most consumers drink tea occasionally, usually to relieve colds or digestive problems. During the COVID-19 ... Read More
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Other Hot Drinks in Colombia
... cost of raw materials, particularly due to droughts that reduced cacao production in Colombia and key producer countries. Euromonitor International's Other Hot Drinks in Colombia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... Read More
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Other Hot Drinks in Cameroon
... affordability has become a critical consideration for consumers, leading to a surge in demand for smaller and more affordable packaging options. This trend has particularly benefited brands offering their products in pouch formats, which range ... Read More
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Tea in Costa Rica
... and Mondaisa have embraced innovation, introducing diverse and elaborate flavours to capture consumer interest. For instance, ManzaTe has launched unique offerings like matcha menta and black tea with a vanilla scent, presented in elegant packaging ... Read More
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Coffee in Costa Rica
... awareness regarding coffee that is exclusively produced within the country. As interest in premium-quality coffee grows, many consumers have turned to specialised coffee fairs to discover niche options. In response to this demand, the National ... Read More
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Tea in Cameroon
... hot drinks, including coffee, chocolate, and malted beverages. This dynamic has meant that most tea consumers in Cameroon prioritise the perceived value of tea rather than its cost. Locally produced black teas, such as CTE ... Read More
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Other Hot Drinks in South Africa
... this trend is being driven by the growing popularity of flexitarian, vegetarian and vegan consumers, which serve as the primary source of demand for other plant-based hot drinks. During the review period, several alternatives to ... Read More
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RTD Tea in Singapore
... to meet these preferences. Gryphon Tea Company, for example, has reformulated its Cold Brewed Sparkling Tea line to include ""no added sugar"" variants. At the same time, Fuze Tea introduced a new Peach Mint flavor ... Read More
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Coffee in Indonesia
... the trend from 2023, with standard fresh ground coffee also experiencing significant price hikes. These increases are largely due to a sharp decline in domestic production of Robusta beans, which make up the majority of ... Read More
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Decaf Coffee Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Form (Whole Bean, Ground, and Others), Nature (Plain and Flavored), Category (Organic and Conventional), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Store, Online Retail, and Others) and Geography
... 2031. The major factors driving the decaf coffee market are the growing health awareness and rising demand of decaf coffee across specific demographics. Growth of online sales channel further creates lucrative opportunities for the market ... Read More
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Hot Drinks in South Africa
... in 2024 compared to previous years, they remain elevated within the food and drinks space, causing higher input costs for manufacturers and a decline in consumers’ purchasing power. As a result, some consumers are shifting ... Read More
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Other Hot Drinks in Indonesia
... predominantly chocolate-flavoured, are set to experience a steep decline, given that these beverages are especially vulnerable to the 2024 hike in cocoa prices. Although major players have attempted to mitigate the impact of rising costs ... Read More
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Tea in South Africa
... was popular in the country, in part due to older demographics, who enjoyed the process of brewing one’s own tea. Growth was also supported by the value proposition of loose tea, which was comparatively cheaper ... Read More
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RTD Coffee in Singapore
... bean market. The prices of coffee beans, especially arabica and robusta, have been significantly impacted by adverse weather conditions in key coffee-producing countries such as Brazil and Vietnam. A prolonged heatwave and other extreme weather ... Read More
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Tea in Indonesia
... expected to grow more modestly compared to 2023 due to significant price hikes. A sharp increase in sugar prices, driven by supply chain disruptions and adverse weather conditions affecting global sugar production, has made the ... Read More
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Coffee in South Africa
... are driving up these price rises. On the supply side, globally, raw arabica and robusta coffee beans have been experiencing strong price increases, caused by a constraint in supply and changes in consumer demand. This ... Read More
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2025 Global Forecast for Coffee Roasters Market (2026-2031 Outlook)-High Tech Outlook Report
... category is within the NAICS Electrical Equipment Manufacturing industry. The product or service category is within the NAICS Electrical Equipment Manufacturing industry. The global market is expected to increase from USD xx billion in 2026 ... Read More
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