Fermented Non-Dairy Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market Report 2025

This Fermented Non-Dairy Non-Alcoholic Beverages market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.74 billion in 2024 to $3.98 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in veganism and plant-based diets, rising prevalence of lactose intolerance and dairy allergies, increasing consciousness about the vigorous lifestyle, demand for the fermented non-dairy, and rising disposable income.

The fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.05 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing popularity of veganism and plant-based diets, growth of the fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages, rising buyer inclination for different flavors, growing focus on preventive healthcare and wellness, and increasing outlets for beverages. Major trends in the forecast period include popularity of e-commerce and online retail has made it easier for consumers, continuous introduction of new and innovative fermented non-dairy beverage options, innovations in fermentation processes, technological advancements, and innovations in the beverage industry.

The growing adoption of veganism and plant-based diets is expected to drive the growth of the fermented, non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverage market. Veganism and plant-based diets emphasize avoiding animal-derived products and promote a lifestyle that prioritizes animal rights, health benefits, and environmental sustainability. The rise in veganism is fueled by increased awareness of animal welfare, health benefits, and consumer preferences for plant-based alternatives. Fermented, non-dairy, and non-alcoholic beverages offer valuable nutritional benefits, support ethical and environmental goals, and contribute to overall health and wellness. These beverages provide convenient, flavorful, and versatile options that align with vegan principles, making it easier for individuals to adopt and maintain a plant-based lifestyle. For example, in April 2024, Finder, a US-based personal finance comparison site, reported that the number of vegans in the UK had risen to 2.5 million, or 4.7% of the population, up from 1.4 million (2.5%) in 2023 - an increase of 1.1 million individuals. Therefore, the rise in veganism and plant-based diets is fueling the expansion of the fermented, non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverage market.

Major companies in the fermented, non-dairy, and non-alcoholic beverages market are increasingly focusing on developing new flavors to cater to evolving consumer tastes and preferences. These new flavors aim to provide unique taste experiences while standing out in a competitive market. For instance, in January 2022, Synergy Flavors, a US-based company, launched a new flavor range specifically for low and no-alcohol beverages. The company specializes in creating innovative drink solutions with a focus on health-conscious consumers. Their new flavor range combines botanicals, fruits, and herbs, offering refreshing alternatives that mimic the taste experience of traditional alcoholic drinks while being alcohol-free. This move is part of a broader trend where companies are tapping into the growing demand for unique, flavor-rich, and functional non-alcoholic beverages, which are increasingly popular among health-conscious consumers.

In August 2024, Pernod Ricard, a France-based global alcoholic beverages company, acquired Almave Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is part of Pernod Ricard's strategy to expand Almave's global reach, leveraging its expertise in brand building and distribution. The goal is to tap into the growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages and tequila alternatives, a segment that has gained significant traction in recent years. Almave Inc., a US-based company, specializes in producing a blue agave-based spirit, offering a unique non-alcoholic alternative to traditional spirits. This acquisition reflects the increasing interest in plant-based and alcohol-free options, which are becoming more popular among consumers seeking healthier and sustainable choices.

Major companies operating in the fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market are PepsiCo Inc., Danone S.A, General Mills Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc, Yakult Honsha Co. Ltd., Chr. Hansen A/S, Probi AB, Health-Ade LLC, KeVita Inc., Lifeway Foods Inc., Lifeway Foods inc., Konings NV, GT's Living Foods LLC, Fentimans Ltd., Bionade GmbH, Millennium Products Inc., Bionade GmbH, Reed’s Inc., Good Karma Foods Inc., Thurella AG, AGM Foods PTY Ltd., China-Biotics Inc.

Asia Pacific was the largest region in the fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market in 2024. The regions covered in the fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fermented non-dairy non-alcoholic beverages market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Fermented non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverages are beverages produced through fermentation, where microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast, or fungi break down sugars in non-dairy substrates such as plant-based milk or juices to create acids, gases, or trace amounts of alcohol. These beverages offer diverse flavors and nutritional benefits, serving as popular alternatives to dairy and conventional drinks.

The primary types of fermented non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverages include dairy-free drinkable yogurts, fermented soft drinks, fermented juices, and non-dairy kefir. Dairy-free drinkable yogurts replicate the taste and texture of traditional yogurt without using dairy ingredients. They are derived from various sources such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals. These products are available in retail stores, department stores, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty stores, and are utilized across different channels including modern trade, specialty stores, convenience stores, and online retailers.

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The fermented non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverages market consists of sales of kombucha, water kefir, fermented fruit, and vegetable juices. 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.

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