Despite a reduction in inflation in Romania in 2024, the rate remained above 5% in July, sustaining a high cost of living that continued to impact retail sales of basic goods, including hot drinks, particularly coffee. According to the National Institute …
While tea was once perceived as a beverage primarily consumed by older generations, innovative product development has transformed its appeal in 2024. Incorporating floral elements into traditional teas, such as rose-infused oolong tea and chrysanthemum-i…
In 2024, the Polish tea landscape witnessed a shift in consumer preferences, with loose black tea experiencing a decline in popularity. This traditional category is being overtaken by the rapid growth of herbal and medicinal teas as consumers increasingly…
Tea is in a negative volume slump in Ireland in 2024. This is attributed to a more widespread trend whereby coffee is becoming more popular and, in places, overtaking the consumption of tea. The market for black tea is also noted to be somewhat saturated,…
The volume growth of coffee in Romania in 2024 was influenced by a reduction in inflation and changes in consumption habits originating during the pandemic. These changes reflect a growing interest in fresh coffee beans and fresh ground coffee pods, as co…
In 2022, Chile experienced its highest inflation rate in 30 years. At first glance, such inflationary pressures might have been expected to significantly impact demand for non-essential goods, including other hot drinks. However, the lingering effects of …
In 2024, retail volume sales of other hot drinks continued their downward trend, a pattern that has persisted over the past few years. This decline has been further exacerbated by high inflation, which has placed significant pressure on household budgets.…
Hot drinks is in a small negative retail volume slump in Ireland and 2024, with value better supported by high unit prices and with foodservice seeing stronger sales. While inflation has come down and started to stabilise in 2024, the 2022-2023 period saw…
In 2024, the hot drinks landscape in the Czech Republic experienced a slight uplift in retail volume sales, a positive performance compared to the previous years, which were characterised by high inflation and escalating prices. However, while inflation s…
Other hot drinks is in a small retail volume slump in Ireland in 2024, while value fares better due to high prices. Chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks is the largest subcategory, although a volume slump is still seen here. This subcategory is facing …
Chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks showed an improved performance in off-trade volume terms in 2024, with the product increasingly used as ingredients for baking and as an enjoyable drink. Many people developed an interest in baking during the early …
Tea has long held its position as the most consumed hot drink in Chile, comprising 36% share of total volume sales in 2024. This historical preference highlights the cultural significance of tea in Chilean households. However, the category has faced chall…
Fuelled by rising living standards and burgeoning coffee culture, coffee in Taiwan continued to be a diverse and rapidly evolving landscape in 2024. The number of coffee shops in Taiwan rose from 3,386 in 2018 to over 4,600 in 2024, while the proliferatio…
In 2024, chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks in Poland experienced steady, modest growth, largely driven by convenience and appeal as indulgent, comforting beverages. Chocolate-based hot drinks remain particularly popular among younger generation Z co…
In 2024, coffee sales in the Czech Republic continued to experience a retail volume retail decline, of 2%. This trend was primarily driven by the rising cost of living, which was further exacerbated by inflation. A key factor contributing to the price hik…
The growth of other plant-based hot drinks in Romania in 2024 can be attributed to their strong alignment with the prevailing trend towards healthier lifestyles. This subcategory, which gained momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic, has continued to thrive…
Coffee is managing to achieve small positive retail volume gains in Ireland in 2024, while value is better supported by high prices. Indeed, inflationary pressures have been high over recent years, pushing up costs for manufacturers and resulting in highe…
Other hot drinks in Norway remained an underdeveloped category with limited innovation at the end of the review period. Chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks dominated, with non-chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks seeing low demand. Meanwhile, malt-…
While not as popular as tea, demand for coffee in Chile is steadily growing. It has evolved from a basic instant drink for warming up and waking up to an enjoyable hot beverage, with increasing sophistication. Consumers are becoming more discerning, learn…
Retail demand for hot drinks in Chile has faced persistent challenges since late 2022, driven by inflation and a stagnant economy. By 2024, the outlook remains difficult, with hotter weather and reduced disposable incomes continuing to shape consumer pref…