Ready to Drink Tea and Coffee Market Report 2025

The ready to drink (rtd) tea and coffee market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $50.96 billion in 2024 to $53.86 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to changing consumer preferences, busy lifestyles and convenience, health and wellness trends, innovations in packaging, marketing and branding strategies.

The ready to drink (rtd) tea and coffee market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $66.38 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise of online retail channels, diversification of flavor profiles, sustainability and eco-friendly packaging, functional ingredients and health benefits, rise of specialty and artisanal products. Major trends in the forecast period include localized and authentic brews, digital marketing and e-commerce growth, functional and sustainable packaging innovations, collaborations and limited edition offerings, adaptation to local preferences.

The expanding fast food industry is expected to drive the growth of the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market in the coming years. The fast food industry is growing rapidly, driven by increasing consumer demand for convenience, affordability, and quick-service dining options. Key factors contributing to this growth include convenience, cost-effectiveness, and global expansion. The ready-to-drink tea and coffee market aligns with the fast food industry's focus on convenience, variety, and the rising consumer preference for quick, healthy, and premium beverage choices. For example, in October 2023, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a U.S.-based federal executive department, reported that Japan's fast food sector is expected to maintain its growth momentum, with projected sales increasing from around $26.6 billion in 2022 to approximately $28.1 billion in 2023, marking a growth rate of about 5.6%. As a result, the growing fast food industry is contributing to the expansion of the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market.

The expected growth in urbanization is set to propel the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market in the future. Urbanization is the process by which rural areas transform into urban regions due to economic development and industrialization. Ready-to-drink tea and coffee align with the urbanization trend by providing convenient, on-the-go beverage options for busy city dwellers. According to the World Bank Group in April 2023, over half of the global population currently resides in urban areas, and this urban population is projected to increase to 6 billion by 2045, marking a 1.5 times increase. Therefore, increasing urbanization is a driving force for the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market.

Major players in the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market are actively innovating products, such as Biodynamically grown organic green tea, to offer consumers diverse beverage options. Biodynamically grown organic green tea involves cultivating green tea using farming practices that adhere to both organic and biodynamic principles. For example, in November 2022, Honest, Inc., a subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, introduced Honest Tea to enter the ready-to-drink tea market. Honest Tea aims to provide a unique and refreshing experience with its iced green tea sourced from the prestigious Makaibari Tea Estate.

Leading companies in the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market are concentrating on introducing new product variants, such as cold brew coffee, to diversify beverage options for consumers. Cold brew coffee is produced by steeping coarsely ground coffee beans in cold water for an extended period, typically 12-24 hours. For instance, in June 2023, NourishCo., a subsidiary of Tata Consumer Products Limited, launched Tata Coffee Cold Brew in classic, mocha, and hazelnut variants. This low-sugar ready-to-drink beverage aims to capture market share through the right brand, product, and go-to-market strategy.

In March 2023, Grind, a boutique café company based in London, acquired Bottleshot Coffee for £15 million ($17.1 million). This acquisition positions Bottleshot Coffee to lead Grind's entry into the underdeveloped UK ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee sector. Bottleshot Coffee is a UK-based manufacturer of ready-to-drink coffee.

Major companies operating in the ready to drink tea and coffee market include Suntory Holdings Limited, Nestlé SA, The Coca-Cola Company, Unilever plc, PepsiCo Inc., Starbucks Coffee Company, Arizona Beverage Company, Danone S.A., Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Uni-President Enterprises Corporation, Hangzhou Wahaha Group, Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., The J.M. Smucker Company, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Tata Consumer Products Ltd., The Republic of Tea, Bigelow Tea Company, Marley Beverage Company LLC, Illycaffè SpA, Califia Farms LLC.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the ready to drink tea and coffee market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the ready-to-drink tea and coffee market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the ready to drink tea and coffee market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the ready to drink tea and coffee market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Ready-to-drink tea and coffee are pre-packaged beverages that are conveniently prepared for consumption at the time of purchase. These beverages serve as non-alcoholic options for refreshment, catering to individuals' taste preferences.

The primary categories of ready-to-drink tea and coffee include ready-to-drink tea and ready-to-drink coffee. Ready-to-drink (RTD) tea is typically available in black or green variations, served either hot or cold, providing a convenient hydration choice for individuals on the go. Various additives such as flavors, artificial sweeteners, acidulants, nutraceuticals, preservatives, and others are incorporated, and these beverages are packaged in glass bottles, cans, PET bottles, aseptic containers, and other formats. Distribution is carried out through diverse channels, including supermarkets or hypermarkets, convenience stores, food service outlets, and online platforms.

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The ready-to-drink tea and coffee market consists of sales of original black tea, mango white tea, and lemon ginger herbal tea. 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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