Hot Drinks

Instant coffee is expected to register higher volume growth than fresh coffee in 2023, as some consumers trade down, as inflation continues to bite. Also, with consumers leading busy lives, instant coffee is quicker to prepare. That being said, fresh…

There is expected to be steep volume decline in coffee sales in 2023, and more specifically instant coffee, which accounts for most volume sales. With consumers being highly price sensitive in 2023, many consumers buy 20g sachets, which mean a…

In 2023, coffee prices rose dramatically in the off-trade, as inflation in Egypt more than doubled on 2022 levels. The lack of global crops, delay in shipping, and the high price of shipments from importers have all driven up coffee prices in 2023,…

Coffee in Kenya showed another impressive performance in 2023, with total volume sales increasing at a faster rate than in 2022 and the fresh and instant categories both posting healthy growth at the retail and foodservice levels. These results were…

The hot summer of 2022 and 2023 extended over six months in Morocco, from March to September. This prompted local consumers to avoid hot drinks such as coffee, migrating to soft drink options. This worked towards the category recording modest volume…

Nestlé Nigeria Plc has emerged as a frontrunner in retail coffee sales for the year 2023. The company's exceptional dominance is attributed to its expansive and efficient distribution network, which has facilitated the widespread availability of its…

Instant coffee retains its dominance of coffee in retail volume terms in South Africa, with sales continuing to rise in 2023 as many local consumers prioritise their disposable incomes by regularly making coffee at home. They are turning to channels…

2023 saw Tunisia dealing with a continuous crisis in fresh coffee; having already faced setbacks in 2022, coffee continued grapple with adversity in 2023 The government holds a monopoly on coffee beans and the Office du commerce de Tunisie (OCT) is…

An energy boom, caused by the war in Ukraine, continues to bolster national coffers in 2023. That being said, global inflationary pressures is leading to rising prices. As such, though hot drinks is expected to register a healthy increase in current…

In Angola, the current economic landscape, marked by a scarcity of foreign currencies in the national bank, poses a potential challenge to the affordability and availability of goods, including hot drinks. The looming threat of increased inflation,…

Cameroon was not as affected by the energy crisis stemming from the war in Ukraine as many other countries. Rising global energy prices in 2022 gave a boost to government coffers and helped stabilise the economy. However, ongoing civil conflict, as…

During 2023, retail volume sales of hot drinks expanded, supported by urbanisation, population growth, and continued recovery of the economy from the waning pandemic. However, the market now faces a new set of challenges due to global inflation rates…

Egypt continues to face significant economic challenges in 2023 led by soaring inflation, a devalued currency and difficulty obtaining foreign currency. Importers are facing major challenges as they struggle to pay import shipments, which has led to…

Coffee dominates retail volume sales of hot drinks in Ethiopia. Coffee has a long history in the country and is regularly consumed by most adults. Retail volume sales of coffee continued to expand in 2023, while tea also grew from a small base and…

Rising prices due to high inflation continued to put pressure on demand for hot drinks in 2023 as consumers prioritised essentials when spending. Nonetheless, growth remains positive across the market, with consumers opting for more affordable brands…

Hot drinks in Kenya showed a solid performance in 2023, with growth in total volume sales surpassing that recorded in 2022. This improvement was primarily driven by buoyant demand in tea, by far the largest of the three main categories, though coffee…

In 2023, the Moroccan economy was negatively impacted by rising inflation, high unemployment levels and lower disposable incomes, leading to a slowdown in retail volume sales. The prices of raw materials and consumer goods, particularly energy,…

In 2023, coffee experienced the most significant surge in volume sales, largely attributed to urbanisation and the evolution of corporate working environments. As Nigerians adopt busier routines and structured work hours, coffee has emerged as a…

In 2023, rising inflation, which reached its highest level in 14 years, and increased input costs for brands are curbing the spending habits of many South Africans. Additionally, input costs for major industry players are rising as they adapt to…

Tax increases placed upward pressure on prices in 2023, but an uptick in economic activity and the ongoing expansion of the affluent urban middle-class have continued to underpin sales growth, while investment in infrastructure has underpinned…