Volume sales of soft drinks continue to perform well in 2025
Retail volume sales of soft drinks continue to perform well in the Dominican Republic in 2025. The country’s favourable economic climate has positioned it as one of the strongest economies in the region. According to World Bank projections, economic growth was expected to reach around 4% in 2025, with steady expansion anticipated in the years ahead. Rising per capita income, up 750% over the past three decades, according to the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic, has supported shifts in consumption patterns. As the middle class expands, products that were once primarily consumed by higher-income groups, such as sports drinks and energy drinks, are becoming increasingly popular.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Soft Drinks industry in Dominican Republic 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.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Bottled Water
- Carbonates
- Concentrates
- Juice
- RTD Coffee
- RTD Tea
- Energy Drinks
- Sports Drinks
- Asian Speciality Drinks
If you're in the Soft Drinks industry in Dominican Republic, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic 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 Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic?
- To what extent are health considerations impacting consumption of Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic?
- 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 Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic?
- Which are the leading brands in Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic?
- What potential exists for multinational or domestic soft drinks companies to expand in Dominican Republic?
- How are products distributed in Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic?
- 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 Soft Drinks?
- 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?
Soft Drinks in Dominican Republic
Volume sales of soft drinks continue to perform well in 2025
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Many consumers continue to prioritise indulgence over health considerations
Rising demand for soft drinks offering targeted functional benefits
Energy-boosting properties increasingly desired
Steady growth anticipated over the forecast years
Rising demand for rapid rehydration and functional properties
Younger consumers increasingly value environmental responsibility
Traditional “colmados” will remain a key channel due to their significant cultural importance
Industrias San Miguel del Caribe leads, offering competitive prices and products that appeal to local taste preferences
Coca-Cola’s distinctive flavour profile resonates with consumers
Refrescos Nacionales performs strongly
Small local grocers, "colmados", lead with their widespread presence throughout the country
Supermarkets benefit from new stores, and private label development
Steady growth of e-commerce
Foodservice vs retail split
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
Bottled Water in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Rising demand as bottled water is seen as essential in many homes
Bottled water is a priority for Dominicans amid tap water quality concerns
Sparkling flavoured waters appeal as lower-calorie alternatives to carbonates
Drinking water deficiencies and more extreme weather conditions to drive demand
Private label to gain ground with value offerings and expanding geographic coverage
Anticipated expansion of functional waters
Agua Planeta Azul leads a fragmented market
Industrias San Miguel del Caribe gains ground, strengthening its presence in colmados
Small local grocers lead, playing a key role in supplying low-cost water brands
Improved infrastructure and competitive pricing drives growth of convenience stores and discounters
Carbonates in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Steady growth supported by strong consumption habits
Dominicans’ preference for sugary beverages, and hot and humid climate drive demand in 2025
Tonic water/mixers/other bitters frequently mixed with spirits during social gatherings
Growing pressure from alternative beverages perceived as healthier
Superior functional health benefits: the next step for carbonates
Sustainability is widely embraced by the industry, but the price must be right for consumers
Industrias San Miguel del Caribe leads with its wide portfolio
Country Club strengthens its connection with younger consumers with a broad variety of flavours
Colmados remain the leading channel with deep-rooted cultural connotations
Steady expansion of the foodservice and hospitality channel
Concentrates in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Concentrates remains a key category for affordable soft drinks consumption
Affordability continues to drive sales in 2025
Convenient and widely available powder concentrates lead
Concentrated products are less appealing to younger consumers
Powder drinks face the challenge of reinventing themselves
Anticipated emergence of products with organic and natural ingredients
Quala Dominicana SA offers a wide range of fruity flavours at affordable prices
Mondelez International Inc balances affordability with nutritional value
Powder concentrates are mainly distributed in colmados
Concentrates Conversions
Juice in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Impact of competing drinks and climate change
Slowed growth amid pressure from lighter, more hydrating alternatives
Perceived health benefits drive growth of coconut and other plant waters
Juice to lose momentum as consumers shift toward lower-calorie and more hydrating drinks
Premium brands are finding their niche with more specific health claims
Shifts in generational patterns create opportunities to expand juice consumption occasions
Pasteurizadora Rica maintains its lead thanks to its longstanding presence and robust distribution network
Del Valle strengthens its position in nectars with a broad distribution coverage
Colmados benefit from their widespread presence
Hotels and restaurants enjoy sustained growth driven by tourism
RTD Tea in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
RTD tea remains a small, declining category with limited availability
RTD tea struggles to gain traction in the Dominican Republic
Affordable powder tea limits the development of RTD options
RTD sparkling tea has the potential to appeal to Dominicans
RTDs with functional benefits expected to enter the market
Frequent stock shortages and intermittent availability of brands weaken customer loyalty
Hatsu positions itself as a wellness-oriented option
Distribution of RTD tea brands remains limited and inconsistent
Supermarket chains offer special online discounts and promotions
Energy Drinks in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Active lifestyles fuel growth in 2025
Consumption of energy drinks continues to expand
Preventive health lifestyles drive growth of reduced sugar energy drinks
Strong growth potential as consumers adopt more active lifestyles
Energy drinks evolving with sports nutrition ingredients
More natural formulations are expected to gain momentum
Vive 100 maintains its strong market leadership by offering products in different sizes to cater to various income levels
Dynamic Monster expands its reach in 2025
Small local grocers play a key role due to their extensive reach
Supermarket chains continue to expand and offer competitive pricing
Sports Drinks in Dominican Republic
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Strong growth with broadening array of options
Active lifestyles and rising temperatures drive demand for sports drinks
Expansion of sugar-free sports drinks
Growing multifunctionality positioning drives demand for sports drinks
Plant-based sports drinks yet to be introduced
Sports drinks are evolving toward a broader functional positioning
PepsiCo Inc continues to dominate with its Gatorade and Gatorlyte brands
Suerox strengthens its position with formulation-focused claims
Broad availability and accessible pricing in small local grocers help democratise sports drinks’ consumption
Supermarket chains benefit from a robust refrigeration infrastructure and economies of scale
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Soft Drinks
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- Carbonated Natural Mineral Bottled Water
- Carbonated Spring Bottled Water
- Carbonated Purified Bottled Water
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- Still Flavoured Bottled Water
- Sparkling Flavoured Bottled Water
- Functional Bottled Water
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- Still Natural Mineral Bottled Water
- Still Spring Bottled Water
- Still Purified Bottled Water
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- Regular Carbonates
- Reduced Sugar Carbonates
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- Regular Cola Carbonates
- Reduced Sugar Cola Carbonates
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- Regular Non-Cola Carbonates
- Reduced Sugar Non-Cola Carbonates
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- Regular Lemonade/Lime
- Reduced Sugar Lemonade/Lime
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- Regular Tonic Water/Mixers/Other Bitters
- Reduced Sugar Tonic Water/Mixers/Other Bitters
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- Regular Orange Carbonates
- Reduced Sugar Orange Carbonates
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- Regular Other Non-Cola Carbonates
- Reduced Sugar Other Non-Cola Carbonates
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- Liquid Concentrates
- Powder Concentrates
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- Not from Concentrate 100% Juice
- Reconstituted 100% Juice
- Coconut and Other Plant Waters
- Juice Drinks (up to 24% Juice)
- Nectars
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- RTD Coffee
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- Carbonated RTD Tea and Kombucha
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- Regular Still RTD Tea
- Reduced Sugar Still RTD Tea
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- Regular Energy Drinks
- Reduced Sugar Energy Drinks
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- Regular Sports Drinks
- Reduced Sugar Sports Drinks
- Asian Speciality Drinks
Soft Drinks
This is the aggregation of the following categories; Carbonates, Fruit/vegetable juice, Bottled water, Functional drinks, Concentrates, RTD tea, RTD coffee and Asian speciality drinks.
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