Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Arabica, Robusta and others), By Category (Traditional and Decaf), and Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.3% from 2025 to 2035
• The Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Size is Expected to hold a significant Share by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market Size is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by increasing consumer demand for smooth, low-acid coffee, especially among health-conscious millennials and Gen Z. It is also driven by the expansion of ready to drink formats, premium Arabica offerings, and strong cafe and convenience store distribution networks.

Market Overview

Cold brew coffee is produced by immersing coarse coffee grounds in cold water for an extended amount of time, producing a smooth and less acidic taste. Cold brew in Germany transitioned from a specialty café beverage to a general available drink in many sizes. The demand stems from the rapid increasing coffee culture in the country combined with consumers looking for healthier, better-quality coffee substitutes for standard hot brew coffee. The German Cold Brew Coffee Market refers to the section of the German coffee market focused on coffee produced by erecting a coffee ground in cold or room temperature water for an extended period. This method resulted in a smooth, less acidic and often sweet coffee than the traditionally hot cooked coffee. The market includes ready to drink (RTD) products, coffee concentrations, and packed cold brow options, which are available through various retail channels and online platforms. The German Cold brew Coffee Market offers several promising opportunities, which is inspired by the growing consumer preference for low-cement, premium and durable coffee options. Health consumers are getting ready for less acidic nature of rapid cold decoction, while millennial are promoting the demand for premium and organic varieties. Focusing on innovation and stability in packaging is also an important factor in attracting consumers towards the environment. The German government mainly supports the Cold brew Coffee Market through stability, fair trade and initiative focused on industry 4.0, including digitization and automation. These initiatives encourage permanent practices, which align with consumer preferences and help German companies to maintain competitive leads.  The German Cold brew Coffee Market is experiencing strong growth, which is inspired by a combination of factors including changing consumer preferences, raising awareness about cold brow's health benefits, and a combination of factors, including the increasing popularity of ready to drink (RTD) beverages. This development is extended in new distribution channels with the expansion of the market and the introduction of innovative taste and durable packaging options. Cold brew is prized for its smooth flavor, organic sweetness, and refreshing character. It is increasingly widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, convenience stores, and café menus. High-quality Arabica beans and the need for clean-label drinks also are contributing to popularity. As younger consumers seek on-the-go and visually energetic coffee experiences, cold brew continues to build momentum. Thanks to strong support from local and international players, the cold brew market in Germany is expected to expand steadily in foodservice and retail channels.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Germany cold brew coffee market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Germany cold brew coffee market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Germany cold brew coffee market.

Driving Factors

The German cold brew coffee market is primarily inspired by a change on health consciousness, convenient and premium Ready-to-drink (RTD) options and a growing popularity of special coffee and artisan alcohol-making methods. Consumers are looking for healthy options for traditional sugars drinks and are attracted to the low acidity and potential health benefits of cold brow. The rise of special coffee culture and availability of special equipment is also increasing the demand for cold brow coffee in Germany. Younger consumers, in particular, are fond of cold brew for its natural sweetness, premium position, and refreshing qualities. Specialty coffee shops, influencer marketing on social media, and demands for easy, ready-to-consume convenience drive market growth. Flavor development and dairy-free ranges, and growing availability through convenience stores and internet channels, also continue to drive widespread uptake among various consumer segments.

Restraining Factors

The Germany cold brew coffee market is restrained by high production costs, lengthy brewing time, and requirement of quality beans resulting in costly prices. The seasonality of demand and intense competition from traditional hot coffee and other cold drinks restrict higher market penetration and sales throughout the year.

Market Segmentation

The Germany cold brew coffee market share is classified into type and category.

• The arabica segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany cold brew coffee market is segmented by type into arabica, robusta and others. Among these, the arabica segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Arabica beans are preferred because they have a less bitter, milder taste and are of better quality, which makes them the top choice among Germany consumers' cold brew coffee drinks.

• The traditional segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany cold brew coffee market is segmented by category into traditional and decaf. Among these, the traditional segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Traditional Cold brew with its normal amount of caffeine, is still the preference among individuals looking for a taste and energizing drink without the acidity of hot brewed coffee.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany cold brew coffee market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Starbucks
• Nestle
• RISE Brewing Co.
• HighBrewCoffee
• Califia Farms
• La Colombe Coffee Roasters
• Kohana Coffee
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Germany cold brew coffee market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market, By Type

• Arabica
• Robusta
• others

Germany Cold Brew Coffee Market, By Category

• Traditional
• Decaf