Cafés and coffee shops remain resilient in the face of challenging economic conditions. While many consumers have become more selective about their spending on discretionary items, coffee is generally seen as an affordable luxury that people aren't willing to compromise on.
| Report Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Published Date | December 2024 |
| Data Range | 2019-2029 |
| Measurement Metrics | Revenue in £ |
| Country Focus | United Kingdom (UK) |
| Consumer Data | 1,111 internet users aged 16+, September 2024 |
| Number of Pages | 84 |
| Market Segmentation | Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Plant-Based Options, Decaffeinated Coffee, International Drinks (e.g., Vietnamese Coffee, Taiwanese Bubble Tea), Specialty Teas, Energy Drinks, and Sweet and Savory Food Items. |
| Leading Companies | Costa Coffee, Starbucks, Greggs, Caffè Nero, Pret A Manger, Loungers, Coffee#1, Black Sheep Coffee, Muffin Break, Tim Hortons, Gail’s Bakery, Wenzels Bakery, Aramark, Ole & Steen, and Cornish Bakery |
This report was written by Yogita Burke. Yogita recently joined Mintel as a Cross-category Research Analyst. Prior to that, she worked within the retail industry for more than 20 years in the Merchandising function, where she managed financial budgets, traded the department to hit sales and profit targets, created department strategies alongside the buyers and created numerous reports.
Coffee shop consumers want unique food and drink options. By broadening menu options, operators will captivate audiences and gain a competitive edge over non-specialist venues.
Yogita Burke
Cross-category Research Analyst
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