Chinese drinks’ evolution: Health, hype, and the fall of sugar
Carbonated drinks are less popular, while other types of soft drinks are gaining ground Among Chinese consumers (2025), tea drinks was the most frequently consumed beverage (32.9%), followed by fruit/vegetable juices (30.8%) and carbonated drinks (30.5%). The popularity of tea-based beverages and functional drinks reflects a shift in consumer demand, as people increasingly opt for […]
From Genki Forest to Chi Forest: a Chinese soda brand planning to become the “Coca-Cola” of China
Founded in 2016, Chi Forest (previously known as Genki Forest) is a Chinese soft drink brand that specializes in sparkling water and instant tea. It is also renowned for its low-calorie, low-sugar products, catering to the Chinese Generation Z and Millennials, who seek healthier consumer options. Being only 7-year-old Chi Forest became the fastest-growing beverage brand in […]