Turkey leads the world in per capita tea consumption, with each resident drinking over three kilograms annually. China consumes more by total volume than any other nation, while three daily cups of green tea are linked to a significantly lower stroke risk.
Key Takeaways
- Turkey consumes the highest amount of tea per capita in the world at approximately 3.16 kilograms per year
- Ireland ranks second globally in tea consumption per capita with an average of 2.19 kilograms per person annually
- The United Kingdom consumes roughly 1.94 kilograms of tea per person each year
- China produces 47% of the world's total tea supply
- India is the second-largest producer, accounting for roughly 20% of global output
- Kenya is the world's largest exporter of black tea by volume
- Drinking 3 cups of green tea a day is associated with a 21% lower risk of stroke
- Tea contains L-theanine, which is 100% unique to the tea plant among common dietary beverages
- Regular consumption of tea may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 10%
- The global tea market value was US$ 49 billion in 2022
- Millennials and Gen Z account for over 50% of specialty tea consumption in the US
- 80% of US tea is consumed by people over the age of 25
- About 75% to 80% of tea consumed in the United States is iced tea
- Black tea accounts for approximately 84% of all tea consumed in the U.S.
- Green tea makes up about 15% of total tea consumption in the United States
Turkey leads per capita tea drinking while the global market keeps expanding fast.
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01 · Category
Global Consumption Trends30 stats
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Turkey consumes the highest amount of tea per capita in the world at approximately 3.16 kilograms per year
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Ireland ranks second globally in tea consumption per capita with an average of 2.19 kilograms per person annually
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The United Kingdom consumes roughly 1.94 kilograms of tea per person each year
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Approximately 80% of households in the United States have tea in their kitchens
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In 2023, the global tea market volume reached approximately 7 billion kilograms
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China is the world's largest consumer of tea by total volume, exceeding 2.7 million metric tons annually
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India consumes about 1.1 million metric tons of tea per year, making it the second largest total consumer
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Japan’s per capita tea consumption is approximately 0.97 kilograms per year
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Egypt is one of the largest tea importers in the Middle East, consuming over 100,000 tons annually
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Russia consumes approximately 1.38 kilograms of tea per person annually
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Morocco consumes high levels of green tea, averaging about 1.2 kilograms per capita
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New Zealand's tea consumption sits at roughly 1.19 kilograms per capita
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Poland has a high tea consumption rate in Europe, averaging about 1 kilogram per person
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Chile is the leading tea consumer in South America per capita
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The average person in Germany consumes about 28 liters of tea (herbal and fruit) per year
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Pakistan’s tea consumption has grown by nearly 35% over the last decade
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Australia imports over 15,000 tons of tea annually to meet local demand
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In Hong Kong, per capita tea consumption is estimated at 1.4 kilograms
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The global tea market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2024 and 2030
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Consumption of tea in Africa is projected to increase by 2.2% annually through 2030
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Canada ranks among the top 20 tea consumers per capita worldwide
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The Middle East and North Africa region accounts for roughly 15% of global tea imports
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Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water
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Approximately 2 billion people drink tea every morning
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The UAE has seen a 10% rise in specialty tea consumption in the last 5 years
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South Africa is the largest consumer of Rooibos tea, accounting for 30% of global consumption
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Iranian tea consumption per capita is approximately 1.5 kilograms
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Tea consumption in Brazil is growing by 5.5% in the specialty segment
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Saudi Arabia imports nearly 30,000 tons of tea annually
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Kazakhstan has a per capita tea consumption of 1.54 kilograms per year
Interpretation
Global Consumption Trends Interpretation
While Turkey leads the world in a per capita steep-off, China drinks the most by total volume, proving that when it comes to tea, the global kettle is always on.
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Global Production and Trade30 stats
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China produces 47% of the world's total tea supply
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India is the second-largest producer, accounting for roughly 20% of global output
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Kenya is the world's largest exporter of black tea by volume
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Sri Lanka's tea industry (Ceylon tea) accounts for 2% of the country’s GDP
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Global tea production reached 6.5 million tonnes in 2021
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Vietnam ranks fifth in global tea production, focusing heavily on exports
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Smallholder farmers produce 70% of the tea in Kenya
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Climate change could reduce tea-growing land in Kenya by 25% by 2050
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Fairtrade tea sales grew by 10% in the European market in 2022
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Argentina is a major producer of tea intended primarily for the US iced tea market
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The average yield for tea production is approximately 1,200 kg per hectare globally
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Organic tea production accounts for about 2% of total global tea output
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Export of Indian orthodox tea increased by 15% in 2022 due to demand from CIS countries
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Tea production in Turkey is mostly consumed domestically, with less than 10% exported
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Bangladesh reached a record tea production of 96 million kg in 2021
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Malawi is the second-largest tea producer in Africa after Kenya
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The global tea export value was approximately $8 billion in 2021
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Rain-fed tea production accounts for 90% of global output
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Nepal produces about 24 million kg of tea annually, mostly high-altitude varieties
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Global green tea production is projected to grow faster (6.3%) than black tea (2.9%) annually
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Indonesia’s tea production has declined by 5% over 5 years due to land conversion
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Tea production requires roughly 2,500 liters of water per 1 kg of processed tea
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13 million people globally depend on tea for their livelihoods
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Tea pluckers can pick up to 30 kg of green leaves per day
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Mechanized harvesting is used in 40% of Japanese tea farms
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CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl) tea process accounts for 80% of black tea produced
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China’s tea production land area exceeds 3 million hectares
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The US imports nearly 125,000 tons of tea annually
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Rwanda’s tea exports have grown by 12% in value since 2020
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Tea prices at the Colombo auction increased by 40% in 2022 due to supply chain issues
Interpretation
Global Production and Trade Interpretation
While China quietly steeps half the world's supply, a complex global brew is simmering, where Kenyan smallholders face a shrinking future, Sri Lanka's economy stirs on its leaves, and every sip from a US iced tea to a European Fairtrade cup tells a story of climate threats, volatile markets, and the livelihoods of millions hanging in the balance.
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Health and Nutritional Benefits30 stats
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Drinking 3 cups of green tea a day is associated with a 21% lower risk of stroke
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Tea contains L-theanine, which is 100% unique to the tea plant among common dietary beverages
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Regular consumption of tea may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 10%
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Flavonoids in black tea can reduce blood pressure by an average of 2-3 mmHg
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50% of US consumers drink tea because they perceive it as "healthy"
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Green tea consumption is linked to a 20% lower risk of cardiovascular disease
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Catechins in green tea can increase calorie burning by 4%
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Tea consumption is associated with a 30% lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease
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Black tea contains about 40-70 mg of caffeine per 8oz cup
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Green tea contains about 25-45 mg of caffeine per 8oz cup
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White tea contains approximately 15-30 mg of caffeine per 8oz cup
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Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) accounts for 50-80% of total catechins in green tea
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Regular tea drinkers have a 16% lower risk of all-cause mortality
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Tea is a source of fluoride, containing 0.1 to 0.5 mg per cup depending on water
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40% of global consumers believe tea helps with immune support
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L-theanine in tea increases alpha-wave activity in the brain by 12%
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Consuming black tea 3 times a day can reduce the risk of bone fractures by 30%
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Natural antioxidants in tea are 10 times more potent than those in most vegetables
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Drinking tea can reduce cortisol levels by 47% after a stressful task
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Chamomile tea consumption is associated with a 6.7% reduction in HbA1c levels in diabetics
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Hibiscus tea can lower systolic blood pressure by an average of 7.2 points
22
Peppermint tea is used by 25% of herbal tea drinkers to aid digestion
23
Ginger tea reduces nausea in 60% of clinical trial participants
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Tea consumption is linked to 15% lower rates of cognitive decline in the elderly
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Drinking 1-3 cups of green tea a day reduces the risk of dental caries by 10%
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Tea extract in skincare products has grown by 14% in market value
27
35% of tea drinkers choose green tea specifically for weight loss benefits
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Polyphenols in tea make up 30% of the dry leaf weight
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Consumers drinking 4+ cups of tea daily have a 20% lower risk of depression
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Caffeine in tea reaches its peak concentration in the blood 30-60 minutes after drinking
Interpretation
Health and Nutritional Benefits Interpretation
It seems that the universe, in its infinite wisdom, has packaged a startling array of preventive medicine into a simple cup of tea, which not only soothes the soul with a unique calm but also systematically armors the body against everything from stroke and diabetes to fragile bones and a troubled mind, all while politely asking if you'd like a second cup.
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Market Value and Demographics30 stats
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The global tea market value was US$ 49 billion in 2022
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Millennials and Gen Z account for over 50% of specialty tea consumption in the US
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80% of US tea is consumed by people over the age of 25
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The RTD tea sector is valued at over $20 billion globally
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Women are 10% more likely than men to consume herbal tea daily
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Online tea sales grew by 25% during 2020-2022
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Tea consumption among households earning over $100k is 15% higher than average in the US
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The UK tea market retail value is approximately £600 million
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India’s domestic tea market is valued at over $12 billion
10
European tea market is expected to grow by 3.5% annually
11
Black tea dominates 70% of the world tea market value
12
65% of tea drinkers in the UK prefer to drink tea with milk
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About 25% of tea consumers in the US drink tea multiple times a day
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The luxury tea segment is growing at a rate of 8% annually
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In China, tea consumption is split 60/40 between home and tea houses
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Convenience stores account for 40% of RTD tea sales in Japan
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87% of tea in the US is consumed by the "Boomer" and "Silent" generations in the hot tea format
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Tea gift box sales rise by 50% during the Lunar New Year in Asia
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Subscription-based tea services grew by 40% in 2021
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Direct-to-consumer tea brands saw a 30% increase in average order value in 2022
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92% of UK tea drinkers use a kettle to prepare their tea
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20% of tea drinkers globally identify as "highly adventurous" in trying new flavors
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Workplace tea consumption in the UK dropped by 15% due to remote work trends
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The premium tea market in Kenya is growing at 6% annually
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55% of American tea drinkers prefer no sweetener in their hot tea
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Supermarkets account for 70% of household tea purchases globally
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Artisanal tea retailers saw a 22% growth in 2022
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One pound of tea can brew about 180 to 200 cups
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Tea imports in the EU surpassed 250,000 tons in 2021
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The market for tea pods/capsules is growing at 4.2% CAGR
Interpretation
Market Value and Demographics Interpretation
While the Boomers and Silent Generation still steep the bulk of America's hot tea, the global market is being briskly stirred by a younger, more adventurous online audience who are elevating tea from a humble cuppa to a curated, luxury experience.
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Product Types and Selections30 stats
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About 75% to 80% of tea consumed in the United States is iced tea
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Black tea accounts for approximately 84% of all tea consumed in the U.S.
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Green tea makes up about 15% of total tea consumption in the United States
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Oolong and white tea represent less than 1% of the U.S. tea market
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Loose leaf tea sales have increased by 15% in the UK specialty market
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RTD (Ready-to-Drink) tea consumption grew by 3.2% in 2022 globally
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Herbal tea consumption in Europe grew by 5.8% annually since 2019
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Decaffeinated tea accounts for about 10% of the total UK tea market
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Matcha tea consumption has grown by 12% in the North American health sector
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Tea bag usage accounts for 96% of the UK tea market
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Fruit infusions represent 18% of the German tea market share
12
Organic tea consumption is expected to see a CAGR of 7.5% through 2027
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Rooibos tea represents 10% of the herbal tea category in the US
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White tea has the highest growth rate in the wellness sector in France
15
Chamomile tea accounts for 40% of the global herbal infusion market
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Pu-erh tea consumption in China has risen by 20% in the last 3 years
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The consumption of ginger tea grew by 9% during the COVID-19 pandemic globally
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Bubble tea market value reached $2.46 billion in 2023
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Earl Grey remains the most popular flavored black tea in Europe
20
Darjeeling tea accounts for only 1% of India’s total production but has 25% brand awareness
21
Instant tea mix consumption in Southeast Asia grew by 14% in 2022
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Fermented tea (Kombucha) consumption in the US grew by 20% in 2021
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Peppermint tea is the leader in the herbal tea segment in the UK
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Sencha tea makes up 80% of green tea consumption in Japan
25
Masala Chai accounts for over 70% of out-of-home tea consumption in India
26
Iced tea consumption in restaurants accounts for 20% of total beverage orders in Texas
27
Green tea extract consumption in supplements has increased by 11% globally
28
Earl Grey tea with milk is preferred by 30% of British consumers
29
Jasmine tea consumption in China is concentrated in the northern provinces
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Hibiscus tea (Karkade) consumption peaks in summer in Egypt and Sudan
Interpretation
Product Types and Selections Interpretation
Americans are staunchly loyal to their iced, black tea, but a global plot is quietly brewing where wellness, variety, and convenience are steeply on the rise.
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