PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1668459
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Non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages encompass a range of alcohol-free drinks that offer hydration and, in some cases, essential nutrients and vitamins vital for the body. These beverages are readily found across bars, restaurants, hotels, and beverage retail outlets.
The primary categories within non-alcoholic RTD beverages include functional drinks, tea and coffee, fruit and vegetable juices, bottled water, dairy-based options, and other variations. Functional beverages specifically target health benefits beyond basic nutrition, aiming to positively impact the body and mind to enhance overall wellness. They come in diverse packaging formats such as bottles, cans, and others, and are distributed through supermarkets, hypermarkets, specialty stores, convenience outlets, online retail platforms, and similar channels.
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The non-alcoholic RTD beverages market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from$1079.66 billion in 2024 to $1150.12 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to parental preference for home care, cost-effectiveness, shorter hospital stays, focus on family-centered care, advances in home medical equipment, increased pediatric population
The non-alcoholic RTD beverages market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1466.88 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising awareness and education, shift toward value-based care, pediatric home infusion therapy, government initiatives and support, chronic disease management. Major trends in the forecast period include personalized medicine, pediatric home respiratory care, telehealth integration, specialized pediatric services, care coordination and case management.
The burgeoning demand for non-alcoholic beverages is set to propel the non-alcoholic RTD beverage market's growth trajectory. Modern consumers increasingly favor non-alcoholic options for their health-conscious choices, pushing manufacturers to create a diverse array of ready-to-drink beverages. These offerings aim to enhance physical well-being, mental health, hydration, and nutritional intake, thus contributing to the surge in the non-alcoholic RTD beverage market. For instance, per the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in December 2022, US non-alcoholic beverage exports surged from $11.4 million in 2021 to $13.6 million in 2022, marking a notable 20% increase.
The escalating demand for bottled water is poised to drive the expansion of the non-alcoholic RTD beverages market. Bottled water, commercially packaged for human consumption, witnesses a substantial rise in popularity. Non-alcoholic RTD beverages, serving as flavored and functional additives to bottled water, enhance taste profiles and provide a diverse range of beverage choices. As reported by Northstar Publishing Inc. in September 2023, the US bottled water market surged from $228.84 billion in 2022 to a projected $322.85 billion by 2028, underscoring the pivotal role of bottled water in driving the non-alcoholic RTD beverages market.
Product innovation emerges as a prominent trend fueling growth in the non-alcoholic RTD beverage market. Major market players are actively developing innovative products to solidify their market presence. Chamberlain Coffee's April 2023 launch of a new line of plant-based Cold Brew Lattes exemplifies this trend. This innovative range includes flavors such as mocha, cinnamon bun, vanilla, and traditional cold brew, each prepared with almond milk and coconut cream, devoid of preservatives, artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners, and sweetened naturally with date syrup containing just 1 gram of sugar per serving.
Leading companies in the non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage market are focusing on creating healthier drink options, including low- and no-sugar refreshments, to enhance their competitive advantage. Low-sugar and no-sugar beverages are those with reduced or zero sugar content, catering to consumers who prefer healthier alternatives with lower sugar intake. For example, in August 2024, Citizen Spritz, a UK-based company known for its non-alcoholic spritz beverages, introduced a line of ready-to-drink non-alcoholic spritzes. This launch signifies Citizen Spritz's entry into the expanding RTD market, following their earlier release of instant spritz mixes in bottles. The RTD format emphasizes convenience, appealing to consumers seeking ready-made drinks for various occasions, whether for outdoor gatherings or relaxing at home.
In January 2023, Lucas Bols N.V., a Netherlands-based beverage company, acquired Fluere Drinks B.V. for $1.05 million (€1 million). With this acquisition, Lucas Bols N.V. aimed to boost the brand's presence among bartenders and on-trade, as well as strengthen its retail position and accelerate its variety of productions to serve customers. Fluere Drinks B.V. is a Netherlands-based non-alcoholic beverage company that offers a wide range of non-alcoholic drinks.
Major companies operating in the non-alcoholic RTD beverages market include PepsiCo Inc., The Coca-Cola Company, Nestle S.A., Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Red Bull GmbH, Suntory Holdings Limited, Danone S.A., Monster Beverage Corporation, Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., Reeds Inc., Starbucks Corporation, Lotte Chilsung Beverage Co. Ltd., Pokka Sapporo Food And Beverage Ltd., Yakult Honsha Co. Ltd., Califia Farms LLC, Bai Brands LLC, Hint Water Inc., Lifeway Foods Inc., Health-Ade LLC, Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., Welch Foods Inc., Sunny Delight Beverages Company, The J.M. Smucker Company, The Kraft Heinz Company, The Hershey Company, The Campbell Soup Company, The Kellogg Company, Arizona beverage Company, Innocent drinks Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the non-alcoholic RTD beverages market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global non-alcoholic RTD beverages market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the non-alcoholic rtd beverages market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the non-alcoholic rtd beverages market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The non-alcoholic RTD beverage market consists of sales of nourishing drinks, sports energy drinks, fortified water, juice drinks, and hot drinks. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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