COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Nestlé leads overall hot drinks with Nesquik
Nestlé Middle East remains the leading company in other hot drinks in the UAE, thanks to the strong performance of its flagship brand Nesquik. The brand has established itself as a household staple, particularly among families with children, where it enjoys strong recognition and loyalty.
Unilever posts fastest growth in 2025
Unilever Gulf is the most dynamic player in other hot drinks, driven by the success of its brand Horlicks, which continues to expand its consumer base. Now Horlicks is available in the UAE with its Horlicks Lite product, boasting no added sugar and attracting health-conscious consumers.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Other Hot Drinks industry in United Arab Emirates with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Other Hot Drinks industry in United Arab Emirates, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates?
- To what extent are health considerations impacting consumption of Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates?
- What are the traditional preferences in Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates? To what extent are these tastes changing amidst increasing international influence and the growth of chained cafés?
- How are changing demographics (for example, an ageing or predominantly young population) determining consumption of Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates?
- Which are the leading brands in Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates?
- How are products distributed in Other Hot Drinks in United Arab Emirates?
- How is the rise of e-commerce changing the retail and competitive landscape?
- Have home seclusion and social distancing measures following COVID-19 benefited sales of Other Hot Drinks?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Other Hot Drinks in the United Arab Emirates - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Steady value growth for other hot drinks in the UAE led by chocolate powders and functional malt drinks
Resilient demand despite sugar concerns
Flavoured powder drinks drives value growth in 2025
Steady growth ahead for other hot drinks in the UAE
Rising potential of capsule-based chocolate drinks
Health and wellness trends as key growth drivers
Nestlé leads overall hot drinks with Nesquik
Unilever posts fastest growth in 2025
Offline grocery retail dominates distribution
E-commerce shows greatest dynamism
Hot Drinks in the United Arab Emirates - Industry Overview
Rising demand, shifting consumption habits, and stronger competition in UAE hot drinks
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Local culture supports strong growth for hot drinks in the UAE
Local players benefit from price hikes
Health trends centre around functionality
Value sales will keep on rising as foodservice volume growth outpaces retail
International players enter the landscape
E-commerce to continue seeing fastest expansion among retail distribution channels
Unilever maintains leadership, followed closely by Nestlé
Both brands and private label see strong expansion across hot drinks in 2025
Hypermarkets leads distribution through convenience and bulk deals
E-commerce sees fastest rise
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Other Hot Drinks
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- Chocolate-based Flavoured Powder Drinks
- Malt-based Hot Drinks
- Non-Chocolate-based Flavoured Powder Drinks
- Other Plant-based Hot Drinks
Other Hot Drinks
This is the aggregation of Flavoured Powder Drinks and Other Plant-based Powder Drinks. Products can be served hot or cold, and can be mixed with water, milk, or other liquids. Bottled, ready-to-drink flavoured milk drinks are NOT included here and are included in Passport Packaged Food.
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This report originates from Passport, our Other Hot Drinks research and analysis database.
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