Tea And Coffee Industry Snapshot In China (July 6, 2026)

May Industry Report: 48 Brands Reach 27,846 Stores in Major Shopping Centers

According to the “China Fresh-made Tea and Coffee Industry Monthly Report (May 2026)” released on June 23, the total number of stores operated by 48 mainstream brands in major shopping centers across China reached 27,846, representing a net increase of 261 stores. However, Heytea (喜茶) has seen a continued decline in its shopping center footprint, dropping from 3,991 stores in August 2025 to 3,654 in May 2026, a cumulative reduction of 337 locations.

TianLaLa (甜啦啦) Launches Huangshan Maofeng Green Grape Series

On July 3, value-focused chain TianLaLa (甜啦啦) introduced its new “Huangshan Maofeng Green Grape Series.” The lineup features both milk tea and pure tea options using premium Huangshan Maofeng green tea bases, with prices ranging between 7-8 RMB. The launch underscores the industry trend of combining regional famous teas with seasonal fruits to drive summer volume.

Luckin Coffee (瑞幸咖啡) RTD Series Dominates 618 Shopping Festival

Luckin Coffee (瑞幸咖啡) achieved significant success during the 618 shopping festival, with its “Ready-to-Drink Coffee” series reaching the TOP 1 position on coffee charts across Tmall, TikTok, and JD.com. Total sales for the period surpassed 38 million cups, solidifying the brand’s dominance in the domestic RTD market.

LAVAZZA x Müller Launch RTD Coffee Line at Wimbledon

LAVAZZA has partnered with global dairy leader Müller to launch a new range of ready-to-drink cold coffee products. The collection, which includes Cappuccino and Latte Macchiato flavors, made its official debut at the Wimbledon tennis tournament, highlighting LAVAZZA’s strategy to expand its global lifestyle and retail footprint.

Manner Coffee (Manner 咖啡) Introduces “One Bean Two Drinks” Innovation

In a move to enhance the consumer experience, Manner Coffee (Manner 咖啡) has introduced the “One Bean Two Drinks Coffee Yuan-Yang Pot.” Served in a distinctive metal divided tray, the set allows customers to enjoy both a Latte and an Americano from the same bean. To encourage sustainability, the brand offers a 10 RMB discount to customers who bring their own divided trays.

Nestlé Coffee (雀巢咖啡) to Adjust Pricing Based on Raw Material Trends

Axel Touzet, head of strategic brands at Nestlé Coffee (雀巢咖啡), recently indicated that the company will adjust its product pricing in response to market conditions. The brand is specifically monitoring the expected decline in raw green coffee bean prices to remain competitive while maintaining healthy margins.

TASOGARE (隅田川) Debuts New Craft Beer Collection

TASOGARE (隅田川) has expanded into the alcoholic beverage segment with the launch of three new craft beers: Hawaiian Flavor, Pandan Leaf Spirulina, and an Italian Coffee Flavor. The beers are brewed using a 28-day active slow-fermentation process, with the coffee-flavored variant notably being caffeine-free.