COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Starbucks sets the pace with new products that tap into new trends
Arla Foods Ltd remains the leading company in RTD coffee in the UK in 2025, with its Starbucks brand consolidating its position as one of the most popular names in the category. Starbucks’ success has been underpinned by a combination of strong distribution gains, a broadening of its range, and a sharp focus on flavour innovation.
Competition heats up but not all players are winners
While Arla Foods holds a strong lead in the market, the competitive landscape is far from static. Emmi, with its Caffè Latte High Protein line, has continued to build momentum, targeting consumers seeking functional benefits alongside their caffeine fix.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the RTD Coffee industry in United Kingdom 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 RTD Coffee industry in United Kingdom, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The RTD Coffee in United Kingdom 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 RTD Coffee in United Kingdom?
- To what extent are health considerations impacting consumption of RTD Coffee in United Kingdom?
- How are changing social attitudes and legislation (eg sugar tax) reshaping demand and consumption?
- How are changing demographics (for example, an ageing or predominantly young population) determining consumption of RTD Coffee in United Kingdom?
- Which are the leading brands in RTD Coffee in United Kingdom?
- What potential exists for multinational or domestic soft drinks companies to expand in United Kingdom?
- How are products distributed in RTD Coffee in United Kingdom?
- How is the rise of e-commerce changing the retail and competitive landscape?
- How have home seclusion and social distancing measures following COVID-19 impacted sales of RTD Coffee?
- How are sustainability issues, such as environmentally-friendly packaging, legislation on recyclability, or the amount of plastic in bottles, impacting the soft drinks industry?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
RTD Coffee in the United Kingdom - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Another strong year for RTD coffee
RTD coffee the standout soft drinks category with growth fuelled by innovation
Promotions help push volume sales
RTD coffee still full of potential
Social media and e-commerce set the pace for innovation
RTD coffee is evolving through a focus on health, functionality, and sustainability
Starbucks sets the pace with new products that tap into new trends
Competition heats up but not all players are winners
Supermarkets and hypermarkets dominate sales with a broad range of products
Forecourt retailers meet the needs of busy travellers and commuters as e-commerce taps into the convenience trend
Soft Drinks in the United Kingdom - Industry Overview
Sales of soft drinks rise in 2025 with the focus on health and affordability
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Ongoing price pressures push players to innovate to maintain demand
Health, wellness and sustainability prominent drivers of new product development
Guilt-free indulgence a key trend in 2025
New product development and innovation likely to remain key growth drivers
Players set to lean on digital technology in a rapidly evolving market
New and forthcoming regulation set to impact company strategies within soft drinks
Coca-Cola retains a strong lead in soft drinks thanks to its broad brand portfolio
Monster Energy thriving while smaller players gain prominence in niche areas of the market
Affordability remains a key issue as supermarkets and hypermarkets dominate sales
Foodservice playing a key role in driving retail growth and innovation
Fountain sales in the United Kingdom
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
RTD Coffee
Includes packaged ready-to-drink coffee, consumed either hot or cold, made using a base of either brewed coffee or coffee extract. Excludes all coffee flavoured milk drinks that primarily target children, or where coffee is one of a number of flavours within the brand range. Leading brands in off-trade volume include Georgia, Nescafé and Suntory Boss.
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This report originates from Passport, our RTD Coffee research and analysis database.
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