The global kombucha market was valued at USD 3.05 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 11.24 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 15.6% during 2023 – 2031. The health benefits of kombucha or tea mushroom, has made it a widely consumed fermented drink. A sugared tea is fermented with symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY), using it for the fermentation process.
In SCOBY, lactic acid bacteria grow in a symbiotic relationship with yeast and acetic acid. It has an enhanced probiotic content due to its acetic acid content, making it even more beneficial for consumers. A floating cellulose network is synthesized by Acetobacter xylinum present in the kombucha pellicle. Its function is to encourage bacterial-yeast interactions.
Drinking kombucha can help to improve digestion and boost the immune system. Dietary kombucha increases digestion, lowers cholesterol levels, and helps control blood pressure. As well as being rich in vitamin B, it aids in the metabolism and promotes energy through cell proliferation, as well as improves growth of skin, hair, and nails.
Kombucha Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
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Increasing awareness about inherent nutritional benefits of kombucha products is expected to bolster the kombucha market during the forecast period.
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Growing efficacy of kombucha in the treatment of arthritis, cancer, and other degenerative diseases in body detox, rebuilding connective tissues, increasing metabolism, and controlling headache can prompt the growth of the market.
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The availability of advanced bottling technology and the demand for automated labeling methods can further curb the production time and manual labor, thus positively influencing the market growth.
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Lack of robust manufacturing infrastructure and expertise can restrain the rise of the market in the foreseeable future.
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Content of alcohol in the drink can interfere people going medications, restraining the market growth.
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Rising preference among consumers due to its fizzy taste and unique flavor is anticipated to create lucrative opportunities during the forecast period.
Scope of Kombucha Market Report
The report on Kombucha Market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
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Details
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Report Title
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Global Kombucha Market - Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends And Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016 & 2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Products (Organic and Inorganic), Types (Original and Flavored [Herbs & Spices, Fruits, Flowers, and Others]), Distribution Channels (Supermarkets, Health Stores, Online Stores, and Others)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Market scope, analysis, share, competitive analysis, growth facts, restraints, opportunities, and revenue forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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KeVita (PepsiCo), GT’s Living Foods, Buchi, Revive Brands, The Humm, Kosmic, Wonder Drink, Cell-Nique Corporation, The Hain Celestial Group, Inc., Woodies’ CBD Kombucha and LIVE Soda, LLC.
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Kombucha Market Segment Insights
Organic segment is projected to hold significant market share
In the terms of products, the market can be bifurcated into Organic and Inorganic. The organic segment is projected to hold a significant market share owing to rising health concerns among consumers and increasing awareness of the ill effects about conventional drinks. On the other hand, the inorganic segment is anticipated to grow at a moderate rate during the forecast period.
Original segment is anticipated to account for a substantial share
Based on types, the Kombucha Market can be bifurcated into original and flavored. The flavored segment is further sub-segmented into herbs & spices, fruits, flowers and others. The original segment is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 19% during the forecast period. This growth is ascertained to consumers prioritizing the consumption of kombucha in its original flavor due to its historical and cultural significance.
Supermarkets segment to account a major market share
On the basis of distribution channels, the market has been segregated into supermarkets, health stores, online stores and others. The supermarkets segment to account for a major market share in 2020 due to easy accessibility. Consumers are more prone to know about new products through on-shelf retail marketing, attractive packaging, and marketing events held at major supermarkets for consumer awareness by companies.
North America is expected to dominate the market
In terms of regions, the Kombucha Market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America accounted for over 35% market share in terms of valuation in 2020.
The North America kombucha market is projected to register a CAGR of 22% during the forecast period. Factors such as increasing health consciousness among people, prevailing health disorders, increasing disposable income, and changing lifestyle of individuals are driving the growth of the market in the region. Moreover, increasing consumption of alcoholic beverages has boosted the kombucha market as it can be classified as an alcoholic drink.
Segments
By Products
By Types
- Original
- Flavored
- Herbs & Spices
- Fruits
- Flowers
- Others
By Distribution Channels
- Supermarkets
- Health Stores
- Online Stores
- Others
By Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
By Key Players
- KeVita (PepsiCo)
- GT’s Living Foods
- Buchi
- Revive Brands
- The Humm
- Kosmic
- Wonder Drink
- Cell-Nique Corporation
- The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.
- Woodies’ CBD Kombucha
- LIVE Soda, LLC
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the Kombucha Market are KeVita (PepsiCo), GT’s Living Foods, Buchi, Revive Brands, The Humm, Kosmic, Wonder Drink, Cell-Nique Corporation, The Hain Celestial Group, Inc., Woodies’ CBD Kombucha and LIVE Soda, LLC. These players engage in mergers & acquisitions, collaborations, agreements, and partnerships to strengthen their geographical presence.
