The coffee capsule market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $15.21 billion in 2024 to $16.83 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to retail and online distribution, market entry of nespresso, Keurig's impact, patent expirations, variety of flavors and blends.
The coffee capsule market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.55 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising innovation in capsule design, expanding flavor profiles, sustainability initiatives, health and wellness trends, premiumization and luxury offerings. Major trends in the forecast period include innovation in capsule technology, convenience and portability, ethical sourcing and transparency, limited edition capsules, eco-friendly packaging.
The rising popularity of instant non-alcoholic beverages, like coffee, in restaurants and office cafeterias is boosting the growth of the coffee capsule market. Coffee capsules simplify and speed up the process of preparing coffee when used in coffee machines at coffeehouses and office cafeterias. Increased demand for non-alcoholic beverages among millennials, greater awareness of low-sugar and non-alcoholic drinks, busy schedules, and evolving consumer preferences are among the key factors driving this trend. For example, in April 2024, the International Coffee Organization (ICO), a UK-based intergovernmental organization, reported a 4.2% rise in global coffee consumption, reaching 175.6 million bags in the 2021/22 coffee year, following a 0.6% increase in the prior year. Consequently, the expanded use of coffee machines in restaurants and office cafeterias to meet the heightened demand for instant non-alcoholic beverages, such as coffee, is fueling the demand for coffee capsules, further driving growth in the coffee capsule market.
Lifestyle changes are expected to propel the coffee capsule market forward. These changes encompass shifts or adjustments in individual or group lifestyles, including behaviors, habits, daily routines, and preferences. Coffee capsules have responded to evolving consumer lifestyles by providing convenience, quality, and variety, making them a popular choice for those who see coffee as an essential part of their daily routines. For instance, in May 2022, the International Food Information Council, a US-based nonprofit, reported that 52% of Americans had followed a diet or eating pattern in the previous year, a notable increase from 39% in 2021. Thus, lifestyle changes are contributing to the growth of the coffee capsule market.
While coffee capsules are widely popular, coffee pods provide an environmentally friendly alternative. Prepackaged in filter paper, coffee pods offer simplicity in usage and disposal, without the plastic or aluminum packaging found in capsules. Additionally, coffee pods are more cost-effective due to the absence of plastic or metal materials. This alternative gains traction as users find it more user-friendly and less restrictive in terms of compatibility with different coffee machines. The demand for coffee pods, which are eco-friendly and competitively priced, poses a constraint on the growth of the coffee capsules market.
Major companies in the coffee capsule market are concentrating on launching innovative coffee capsules that enhance the brewing experience, cater to various consumer preferences, and utilize eco-friendly materials. This strategy is aimed at attracting more customers who prioritize sustainability and appreciate a range of flavors. For example, in August 2024, McCafé, a US-based coffee-house-style food and beverage chain, introduced a new line of Espresso Coffee Capsules. These capsules, designed for Nespresso Original Machines, are made from Rainforest Alliance Certified Arabica beans and are intended for commercial composting in collaboration with TerraCycle, a US-based waste management firm. Available in three roast intensities, these capsules are crafted to provide a smooth and flavorful coffee experience while promoting sustainability through recycling initiatives.
Major companies in the coffee capsules market are introducing innovative products such as Paper-Based Compostable Capsules to enhance profitability. These environmentally friendly alternatives, introduced by companies such as Nestle Nespresso S.A., serve as replacements for traditional single-use coffee capsules. Launched in September 2023, these Paper-Based Compostable Capsules aim to provide a high-quality coffee experience while addressing environmental concerns.
In October 2023, Nestlé Nespresso SA, a Switzerland-based company that focuses on coffee capsules, formed a partnership with Blue Bottle Coffee Company. This collaboration aims to capitalize on the strengths of both Nespresso and Blue Bottle Coffee to enhance the specialty coffee market. By merging Nespresso's expertise in portioned coffee with Blue Bottle's dedication to quality and craftsmanship, the partnership intends to create distinctive blends that enrich the consumer coffee experience. Blue Bottle Coffee Company is a US-based firm specializing in sourcing, roasting, and brewing high-quality specialty coffee, with a strong emphasis on freshness and sustainability in every cup.
Major companies operating in the coffee capsule market include Nestle Nespresso SA, Starbucks Corporation, Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc., JDE Peet's N.V., The J.M. Smucker Company, Kiss me Organics LLC, Tim Hortons Inc., Luigi Lavazza SpA, Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., illycaffe S.p.A., Coffeeza Trading Private Limited, Caffitaly System S.p.A., Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Corp., Vittoria Food & Beverage Pty Ltd., Fresh Brew Co., Dualit Limited, Belmoca NV, Bestpresso Inc., Gourmesso USA Inc., Coffee Nirvana Co., Halo Coffee Ltd., JAB Holding Company, Jacobs Douwe Egberts B.V., Maxingvest AG.
A coffee capsule refers to a small, cylindrical container sealed with aluminum foil that holds a measured amount of finely ground coffee. These capsules are available in various flavors and can be utilized with or without a coffee machine.
The primary product categories for coffee capsules include closed-source systems and open-source systems. In closed systems, consumers are restricted to using capsules from a single manufacturer in their capsule machines. The materials used for these capsules encompass conventional plastic, bioplastics, fabric, and others. Coffee capsules find application in both households and commercial establishments.
The coffee capsules research report is one of a series of new reports that provides coffee capsules statistics, including coffee capsules industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with coffee capsules share, detailed coffee capsules segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the coffee capsules industry. This coffee capsules research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the coffee capsules market in 2024. Western Europe was the second-largest region of the global coffee capsules market share. The regions covered in the coffee capsule market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the coffee capsule market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The coffee capsules market consists of sales of arabica coffee capsules and robusta coffee capsules. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The coffee capsule market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.55 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising innovation in capsule design, expanding flavor profiles, sustainability initiatives, health and wellness trends, premiumization and luxury offerings. Major trends in the forecast period include innovation in capsule technology, convenience and portability, ethical sourcing and transparency, limited edition capsules, eco-friendly packaging.
The rising popularity of instant non-alcoholic beverages, like coffee, in restaurants and office cafeterias is boosting the growth of the coffee capsule market. Coffee capsules simplify and speed up the process of preparing coffee when used in coffee machines at coffeehouses and office cafeterias. Increased demand for non-alcoholic beverages among millennials, greater awareness of low-sugar and non-alcoholic drinks, busy schedules, and evolving consumer preferences are among the key factors driving this trend. For example, in April 2024, the International Coffee Organization (ICO), a UK-based intergovernmental organization, reported a 4.2% rise in global coffee consumption, reaching 175.6 million bags in the 2021/22 coffee year, following a 0.6% increase in the prior year. Consequently, the expanded use of coffee machines in restaurants and office cafeterias to meet the heightened demand for instant non-alcoholic beverages, such as coffee, is fueling the demand for coffee capsules, further driving growth in the coffee capsule market.
Lifestyle changes are expected to propel the coffee capsule market forward. These changes encompass shifts or adjustments in individual or group lifestyles, including behaviors, habits, daily routines, and preferences. Coffee capsules have responded to evolving consumer lifestyles by providing convenience, quality, and variety, making them a popular choice for those who see coffee as an essential part of their daily routines. For instance, in May 2022, the International Food Information Council, a US-based nonprofit, reported that 52% of Americans had followed a diet or eating pattern in the previous year, a notable increase from 39% in 2021. Thus, lifestyle changes are contributing to the growth of the coffee capsule market.
While coffee capsules are widely popular, coffee pods provide an environmentally friendly alternative. Prepackaged in filter paper, coffee pods offer simplicity in usage and disposal, without the plastic or aluminum packaging found in capsules. Additionally, coffee pods are more cost-effective due to the absence of plastic or metal materials. This alternative gains traction as users find it more user-friendly and less restrictive in terms of compatibility with different coffee machines. The demand for coffee pods, which are eco-friendly and competitively priced, poses a constraint on the growth of the coffee capsules market.
Major companies in the coffee capsule market are concentrating on launching innovative coffee capsules that enhance the brewing experience, cater to various consumer preferences, and utilize eco-friendly materials. This strategy is aimed at attracting more customers who prioritize sustainability and appreciate a range of flavors. For example, in August 2024, McCafé, a US-based coffee-house-style food and beverage chain, introduced a new line of Espresso Coffee Capsules. These capsules, designed for Nespresso Original Machines, are made from Rainforest Alliance Certified Arabica beans and are intended for commercial composting in collaboration with TerraCycle, a US-based waste management firm. Available in three roast intensities, these capsules are crafted to provide a smooth and flavorful coffee experience while promoting sustainability through recycling initiatives.
Major companies in the coffee capsules market are introducing innovative products such as Paper-Based Compostable Capsules to enhance profitability. These environmentally friendly alternatives, introduced by companies such as Nestle Nespresso S.A., serve as replacements for traditional single-use coffee capsules. Launched in September 2023, these Paper-Based Compostable Capsules aim to provide a high-quality coffee experience while addressing environmental concerns.
In October 2023, Nestlé Nespresso SA, a Switzerland-based company that focuses on coffee capsules, formed a partnership with Blue Bottle Coffee Company. This collaboration aims to capitalize on the strengths of both Nespresso and Blue Bottle Coffee to enhance the specialty coffee market. By merging Nespresso's expertise in portioned coffee with Blue Bottle's dedication to quality and craftsmanship, the partnership intends to create distinctive blends that enrich the consumer coffee experience. Blue Bottle Coffee Company is a US-based firm specializing in sourcing, roasting, and brewing high-quality specialty coffee, with a strong emphasis on freshness and sustainability in every cup.
Major companies operating in the coffee capsule market include Nestle Nespresso SA, Starbucks Corporation, Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc., JDE Peet's N.V., The J.M. Smucker Company, Kiss me Organics LLC, Tim Hortons Inc., Luigi Lavazza SpA, Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., illycaffe S.p.A., Coffeeza Trading Private Limited, Caffitaly System S.p.A., Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Corp., Vittoria Food & Beverage Pty Ltd., Fresh Brew Co., Dualit Limited, Belmoca NV, Bestpresso Inc., Gourmesso USA Inc., Coffee Nirvana Co., Halo Coffee Ltd., JAB Holding Company, Jacobs Douwe Egberts B.V., Maxingvest AG.
A coffee capsule refers to a small, cylindrical container sealed with aluminum foil that holds a measured amount of finely ground coffee. These capsules are available in various flavors and can be utilized with or without a coffee machine.
The primary product categories for coffee capsules include closed-source systems and open-source systems. In closed systems, consumers are restricted to using capsules from a single manufacturer in their capsule machines. The materials used for these capsules encompass conventional plastic, bioplastics, fabric, and others. Coffee capsules find application in both households and commercial establishments.
The coffee capsules research report is one of a series of new reports that provides coffee capsules statistics, including coffee capsules industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with coffee capsules share, detailed coffee capsules segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the coffee capsules industry. This coffee capsules research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the coffee capsules market in 2024. Western Europe was the second-largest region of the global coffee capsules market share. The regions covered in the coffee capsule market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the coffee capsule market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The coffee capsules market consists of sales of arabica coffee capsules and robusta coffee capsules. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Coffee Capsule Market Characteristics3. Coffee Capsule Market Trends and Strategies4. Coffee Capsule Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics and Covid and Recovery on the Market32. Global Coffee Capsule Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Coffee Capsule Market34. Recent Developments in the Coffee Capsule Market
5. Global Coffee Capsule Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Coffee Capsule Market Segmentation
7. Coffee Capsule Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Coffee Capsule Market
9. China Coffee Capsule Market
10. India Coffee Capsule Market
11. Japan Coffee Capsule Market
12. Australia Coffee Capsule Market
13. Indonesia Coffee Capsule Market
14. South Korea Coffee Capsule Market
15. Western Europe Coffee Capsule Market
16. UK Coffee Capsule Market
17. Germany Coffee Capsule Market
18. France Coffee Capsule Market
19. Italy Coffee Capsule Market
20. Spain Coffee Capsule Market
21. Eastern Europe Coffee Capsule Market
22. Russia Coffee Capsule Market
23. North America Coffee Capsule Market
24. USA Coffee Capsule Market
25. Canada Coffee Capsule Market
26. South America Coffee Capsule Market
27. Brazil Coffee Capsule Market
28. Middle East Coffee Capsule Market
29. Africa Coffee Capsule Market
30. Coffee Capsule Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Coffee Capsule Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Coffee Capsule Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Coffee Capsule Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on coffee capsule market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for coffee capsule? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The coffee capsule market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product: Closed Source System; Open Source System2) By Material: Conventional Plastic; Bio plastics; Fabric; Other Materials
3) By Application: Household; Commercial
Subsegments:
1) By Closed Source System: Proprietary Coffee Capsules; Single-Brand Coffee Machines2) By Open Source System: Compatible Coffee Capsules; Multi-Brand Coffee Machines
Key Companies Mentioned: Nestle Nespresso SA; Starbucks Corporation; Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc.; JDE Peet's N.V.; the J.M. Smucker Company
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
- Nestle Nespresso SA
- Starbucks Corporation
- Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc.
- JDE Peet's N.V.
- The J.M. Smucker Company
- Kiss me Organics LLC
- Tim Hortons Inc.
- Luigi Lavazza SpA
- Dunkin' Brands Group Inc.
- illycaffe S.p.A.
- Coffeeza Trading Private Limited
- Caffitaly System S.p.A.
- Gloria Jean's Gourmet Coffees Corp.
- Vittoria Food & Beverage Pty Ltd.
- Fresh Brew Co.
- Dualit Limited
- Belmoca NV
- Bestpresso Inc.
- Gourmesso USA Inc.
- Coffee Nirvana Co.
- Halo Coffee Ltd.
- JAB Holding Company
- Jacobs Douwe Egberts B.V.
- Maxingvest AG
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 175 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 16.83 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 23.55 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 24 |
