The Eastern Europe RTD tea market is projected to expand from USD 2.9 billion in 2025 to USD 3.8 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of 5.48%. This outlook signals a phase of consistent, region-wide growth, albeit one increasingly defined by structural transformation rather than uniform volume expansion across markets.
At a regional level, market development is being shaped by the interplay of evolving health perceptions, macroeconomic pressure and a changing regulatory environment. Consumers across Eastern Europe continue to reduce their reliance on high-sugar carbonated beverages, allowing RTD tea to retain baseline relevance through its positioning as a comparatively healthier and more restrained soft drink option. Reduced-sugar, sugar-free and more natural formulations are steadily becoming central to category evolution. At the same time, elevated price sensitivity, economic uncertainty and the impact of sugar taxation, recycling schemes and other policy measures are weighing on impulse-led and on-the-go consumption, resulting in a more cautious overall growth profile.
Within this context, the market is exhibiting clear internal differentiation. Traditional still RTD tea faces volume constraints in several countries, while sub-categories emphasising functionality, fermentation, carbonation and lifestyle-driven experiences are demonstrating greater resilience. Products such as kombucha, carbonated RTD tea and other differentiated formats are increasingly acting as engines of engagement, supporting category vitality and underpinning medium- to long-term recovery expectations despite near-term consumption pressures.
Channel dynamics are also evolving in line with these shifts. Modern retail continues to anchor sales volumes, but discount retail and online channels are gaining share as consumers prioritise value and convenience. This has intensified competition and reinforced market segmentation by price and proposition. Overall, the Eastern Europe RTD tea market has moved decisively away from a scale-led growth model toward one focused on structural optimisation and value redefinition, with future expansion increasingly dependent on health-oriented positioning, product differentiation and the deepening of sustainability narratives rather than on pure consumption growth.
This data-centric report offers a comprehensive overview of the RTD tea market in Eastern Europe. Updated in 2025, it delivers detailed historical data from 2020 onward and forward-looking projections through 2030. The report enables users to understand market dynamics, evaluate segment performance, and assess future opportunities with confidence.
What’s Inside the Report
Annual market size figures expressed in (Liters/USD), spanning 2020 to 2030. The dataset includes both historical actuals and forecasts, along with CAGR calculations for historical and projected periods.
Market Segmentation
The following outlines the segmentation of the Eastern Europe RTD tea market:
Product type – e.g., RTD sparkling tea, still RTD tea
Type – e.g., no/low-sugar RTD tea, regular RTD tea
Distribution channel – e.g., bars and HoReCa, convenience stores, discounters, e-commerce, forecourts, hypermarkets, small grocery stores, supermarkets, others
Country – e.g., Russia, Poland, Romania, Czech Republic, Hungary, Ukraine, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Croatia, others
Macroeconomic & Demographic Indicators
Supporting context includes:
Total population
Consumer Price Index (CPI)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Per capita consumption
Consumer spending as a percentage of GDP
These variables enhance understanding of consumption potential and macroeconomic trends affecting the market.
Competitive Landscape: Market Share Analysis
The study outlines the distribution of market share among key players in the RTD tea industry in Eastern Europe, offering visibility into brand dominance and market leadership. Major participants include: Acqua Minerale San Benedetto S.p.A., Asteriscos & Reticencias, S.A., BeLife d.o.o., Brothers & Sisters Sp. zo.o., Eat Easy TOV, Ekipa Products d.o.o., Eko-Wital Sp. zo.o., Forever Young Kombucha Sp. zo.o., Fortenova Grupa d.d., Hell Energy Magyarorszag Kft, Herbapol Lublin S.A., Hermann Pfanner Getranke GmbH, Hornell Brewing Co., Kofola CeskoSlovensko a.s., Komvida Kombucha SL, M Wolska Sp. j., Mattoni 1873 a.s., Nectar d.o.o., Nestle S.A., Premium Rosa Sp. z o.o., Rauch Fruchtsaefte GmbH & Co OG, SOTI Natural Sp. z o.o., Stanic d.o.o., The Coca-Cola Company, Unilever PLC, etc.
Market share data is presented for top-performing companies in the overall RTD tea sector, as well as for individual segments such as RTD tea, RTD sparkling tea, still RTD tea, regular RTD tea and reduced-sugar RTD tea, enabling a granular view of competitive dynamics.
Market share analysis covered in the report:
Eastern Europe RTD tea market share
Eastern Europe RTD sparkling tea market share
Eastern Europe still RTD tea market share
Eastern Europe regular RTD tea market share
Eastern Europe reduced-sugar RTD tea market share
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market – Product Type Analysis
Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market – Type Analysis
Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market – Country Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Acqua Minerale San Benedetto S.p.A.
Asteriscos & Reticencias, S.A.
BeLife d.o.o.
Brothers & Sisters Sp. zo.o.
Eat Easy TOV
Ekipa Products d.o.o.
Eko-Wital Sp. zo.o.
Forever Young Kombucha Sp. zo.o.
Fortenova Grupa d.d.
Hell Energy Magyarorszag Kft
Herbapol Lublin S.A.
Hermann Pfanner Getranke GmbH
Hornell Brewing Co.
Kofola CeskoSlovensko a.s.
Komvida Kombucha SL
M Wolska Sp. j.
Mattoni 1873 a.s.
Nectar d.o.o.
Nestle S.A.
Premium Rosa Sp. z o.o.
Rauch Fruchtsaefte GmbH & Co OG
SOTI Natural Sp. z o.o.
Stanic d.o.o.
The Coca-Cola Company
Unilever PLC
Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer
FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
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Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Type, 2020-2030
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Country, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Country, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market by Country, 2020-2030
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2025
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market, by Companies, 2025
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2025
Chart Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market, by Brands, 2025
Table Eastern Europe – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Eastern Europe – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Eastern Europe – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Eastern Europe RTD Tea Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)