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 […]
Energy drinks market in China: Red Bull leads whilst local brands are catching up
According to China’s General Administration of Quality Supervision and Standardization Administration, energy drinks are classified as “drinks with other special functions” as they contain caffeine, taurine, and sugar, together with other ingredients such as guarana, yerba mate, and B vitamins. Energy drinks that contain taurine are not traditional Chinese drinks, but they are gaining popularity […]