United States Energy Drinks Market Size - Industry Report on Share, Growth Trends & Forecasts Analysis Up to 2030

The United States Energy Drinks Market is segmented by Soft Drink Type (Energy Shots, Natural/Organic Energy Drinks, Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks, Traditional Energy Drinks), by Packaging Type (Glass Bottles, Metal Can, PET Bottles) and by Distribution Channel (Off-trade, On-trade). Market Value in USD and Volume in Liters are both presented. Key data points observed include market segmental split by soft drink category, packaging type, distribution channel, and region

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svg icon Study Period 2018 - 2030
svg icon Market Size (2024) USD 19.07 Billion
svg icon Market Size (2030) USD 22.57 Billion
svg icon Largest Share by Soft Drink Type Traditional Energy Drinks
svg icon CAGR (2024 - 2030) 2.84 %
svg icon Fastest Growing by Soft Drink Type Natural/Organic Energy Drinks

Major Players

United States Energy Drinks Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Key Players

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United States Energy Drinks Market Analysis

The United States Energy Drinks Market size is estimated at 19.07 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 22.57 billion USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.84% during the forecast period (2024-2030).

19.07 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

22.57 Billion

Market Size in 2030 (USD)

2.41 %

CAGR (2018-2023)

2.84 %

CAGR (2024-2030)

Largest Segment by Soft Drink Type

42.27 %

value share, Traditional Energy Drinks, 2023

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Energy drinks often emphasize performance enhancement, which is appealing to young individuals involved in fitness, esports, and other physical activities, boosts consumption.

Largest Segment by Packaging Type

56.17 %

value share, Metal Can, 2023

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Due to their aesthetic appeal and eco-friendly packaging solution addressing sustainability concerns, metal cans are the preferred choice for energy drink manufacturers.

Fastest-growing segment by Soft Drink Type

4.38 %

Projected CAGR, Natural/Organic Energy Drinks, 2024-2030

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The inclusion of functional ingredients like herbal extracts and other essential nutrients together with the preference for clean-label products, favors the segment growth.

Fastest-growing segment by Packaging Type

6.83 %

Projected CAGR, Glass Bottles, 2024-2030

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Some companies are opting for glass bottles to align with eco-friendly choices and to position them as premium product since glass packaging is often linked with exclusivity.

Leading Market Player

30.94 %

market share, Red Bull GmbH, 2022

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Red Bull's popularity is attributed to the distinctive marketing campaigns and sponsorship of extreme sports events with a focus on the brand's association with energy.

Easy accessibility of traditional energy drinks in novel flavors and ingredient combinations is supporting the market’s growth

  • Energy drinks rapidly gained popularity among consumers in the United States, especially those from the millennial and Gen Z groups. The growing demand for energy drinks as a potential energy booster to improve physical and cognitive performance has been shaping the market's growth. Additionally, specific clean-label claims, like gluten-free, sugar-free, and organic, are influencing consumers who indulge in sports. As a result, the sales value of energy drinks in the United States registered a growth rate of 5.6% in 2023 compared to 2021.
  • Traditional energy drinks hold a major market share in the energy drinks market. They are expected to register a growth rate of 8.4% by value from 2024 to 2028. The growth is boosted by the growing availability and easy accessibility of traditional energy drinks in novel flavors and ingredient combinations, wherein these energy drinks are available as a standalone product or in combination with juices or spirits in the form of mocktails and cocktails, respectively. In 2023, more than 35% of consumers in the United States aged 18- 29 years stated that they drink energy drinks regularly.
  • Within the energy drinks market, the natural/organic segment is witnessing the highest growth in the United States. The segment is projected to register a CAGR of 4.38% by value during 2023-2030. US manufacturers are capitalizing on this trend by introducing lines of natural, naturally caffeinated, and plant-based energy drinks. Notable brands in this space include Reign Storm, Zoa, and Proper Wild.
United States Energy Drinks Market

United States Energy Drinks Market Trends

Growing trend of health-conscious consumers looking for low-calorie beverages fuels the segment sales

  • Energy drinks claim to increase energy while enhancing mental alertness and physical performance owing to their higher caffeine content. In the US, 85% of the population drank caffeinated beverages every day in 2022.
  • In recent years, the consumption of energy drinks has been increasing steadily owing to the consumer preference for instant hydration coupled with sugar-free and calorie-free beverages. Considering the worldwide per capita consumption of Energy drinks, the United States of America ranks first by scoring 28.4% of average volume in liters in 2023.
  • Packaging is one of the extremely important attributes for energy drinks, with 39% of American consumers indicating that the environmental impact of packaging is important to their purchasing decisions in 2023.
  • The average selling prices of energy drinks are mainly influenced by the rise and fall in raw material prices, including sugar, caffeine, flavors, and other additives. Most energy drinks are expensive, as of 2023, the average cost of an energy drink ranges between USD 2.50-USD 5 for a 16-ounce can.

OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT

  • Manufacturers are following clean-label trends, highlighting the natural and wholesome aspects of energy drinks
  • Red Bull's marketing strategy is its unique selling proposition that primarily focuses on sponsorships and collaborations

United States Energy Drinks Industry Overview

The United States Energy Drinks Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 66.30%. The major players in this market are Congo Brands, Living Essentials, LLC, Monster Beverage Corporation, PepsiCo, Inc. and Red Bull GmbH (sorted alphabetically).

United States Energy Drinks Market Leaders

  1. Congo Brands

  2. Living Essentials, LLC

  3. Monster Beverage Corporation

  4. PepsiCo, Inc.

  5. Red Bull GmbH

United States Energy Drinks Market Concentration

Other important companies include DAS Labs LLC, N.V.E. Pharmaceuticals, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., The Coca-Cola Company, Woodbolt Distribution, LLC, Zevia LLC.

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.

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United States Energy Drinks Market News

  • July 2023: Monster Beverage Corporation announced that its subsidiary, Blast Asset Acquisition LLC, completed its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Vital Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and certain of its affiliates (collectively, “Bang Energy”) for approximately USD 362 million. The acquired assets include Bang Energy beverages and a beverage production facility in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • July 2023: WWE and Nutrabolt, owner of the C4 brand, announced an expansion to their multi-year partnership with the launch of their first-ever co-branded product collaboration: WWE-inspired flavors of C4 Ultimate Pre-Workout Powder and C4 Ultimate Energy Drink.
  • July 2023: The Los Angeles-based company Zevia LLC is considering getting a new distribution partner to expand its base business from selling multi-packs in grocery stores to selling single-serve cold beverages in c-stores.

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United States Energy Drinks Market Report - Table of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS

2. REPORT OFFERS

3. INTRODUCTION

  • 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 3.2 Scope of the Study​
  • 3.3 Research Methodology

4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS

  • 4.1 Consumer Buying Behaviour
  • 4.2 Innovations
  • 4.3 Brand Share Analysis
  • 4.4 Regulatory Framework

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)

  • 5.1 Soft Drink Type
    • 5.1.1 Energy Shots
    • 5.1.2 Natural/Organic Energy Drinks
    • 5.1.3 Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks
    • 5.1.4 Traditional Energy Drinks
    • 5.1.5 Other Energy Drinks
  • 5.2 Packaging Type
    • 5.2.1 Glass Bottles
    • 5.2.2 Metal Can
    • 5.2.3 PET Bottles
  • 5.3 Distribution Channel
    • 5.3.1 Off-trade
    • 5.3.1.1 Convenience Stores
    • 5.3.1.2 Online Retail
    • 5.3.1.3 Supermarket/Hypermarket
    • 5.3.1.4 Others
    • 5.3.2 On-trade

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Landscape
  • 6.4 Company Profiles
    • 6.4.1 Congo Brands
    • 6.4.2 DAS Labs LLC
    • 6.4.3 Living Essentials, LLC
    • 6.4.4 Monster Beverage Corporation
    • 6.4.5 N.V.E. Pharmaceuticals
    • 6.4.6 PepsiCo, Inc.
    • 6.4.7 Red Bull GmbH
    • 6.4.8 Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd.
    • 6.4.9 The Coca-Cola Company
    • 6.4.10 Woodbolt Distribution, LLC
    • 6.4.11 Zevia LLC
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR SOFT DRINK CEOS

8. APPENDIX

  • 8.1 Global Overview
    • 8.1.1 Overview
    • 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
    • 8.1.3 Market Dynamics (DROs)
  • 8.2 Sources & References
  • 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
  • 8.4 Primary Insights
  • 8.5 Data Pack
  • 8.6 Glossary of Terms
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List of Tables & Figures

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  2. CONSUMER BUYING BEHAVIOUR
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  2. INNOVATIONS
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  2. BRAND SHARE ANALYSIS
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY SHOTS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY SHOTS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY SHOTS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF NATURAL/ORGANIC ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF NATURAL/ORGANIC ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF NATURAL/ORGANIC ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF SUGAR-FREE OR LOW-CALORIES ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF SUGAR-FREE OR LOW-CALORIES ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF SUGAR-FREE OR LOW-CALORIES ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF TRADITIONAL ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF TRADITIONAL ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF TRADITIONAL ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF OTHER ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF OTHER ENERGY DRINKS MARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF OTHER ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY PACKAGING TYPE, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY PACKAGING TYPE, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY PACKAGING TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA GLASS BOTTLES, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA GLASS BOTTLES, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA GLASS BOTTLES, SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA METAL CAN, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA METAL CAN, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA METAL CAN, SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA PET BOTTLES, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA PET BOTTLES, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA PET BOTTLES, SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SPLIT BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OFF-TRADE CHANNELS, %, UNITED STATES, 2018 VS 2024 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA CONVENIENCE STORES SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ONLINE RETAIL SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA SUPERMARKET/HYPERMARKET SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHER DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHER DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA OTHERS SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. VOLUME OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE CHANNEL, LITRES, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE CHANNEL, USD, UNITED STATES, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF ENERGY DRINKS MARKET SOLD VIA ON-TRADE CHANNEL, SPLIT BY SOFT DRINK TYPE, %, UNITED STATES, 2023 VS 2030
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  2. MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, COUNT, UNITED STATES, 2020 - 2023
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  2. MOST ADOPTED STRATEGIES, COUNT, UNITED STATES, 2020 - 2023
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  2. VALUE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, UNITED STATES, 2022

United States Energy Drinks Industry Segmentation

Energy Shots, Natural/Organic Energy Drinks, Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks, Traditional Energy Drinks are covered as segments by Soft Drink Type. Glass Bottles, Metal Can, PET Bottles are covered as segments by Packaging Type. Off-trade, On-trade are covered as segments by Distribution Channel.

  • Energy drinks rapidly gained popularity among consumers in the United States, especially those from the millennial and Gen Z groups. The growing demand for energy drinks as a potential energy booster to improve physical and cognitive performance has been shaping the market's growth. Additionally, specific clean-label claims, like gluten-free, sugar-free, and organic, are influencing consumers who indulge in sports. As a result, the sales value of energy drinks in the United States registered a growth rate of 5.6% in 2023 compared to 2021.
  • Traditional energy drinks hold a major market share in the energy drinks market. They are expected to register a growth rate of 8.4% by value from 2024 to 2028. The growth is boosted by the growing availability and easy accessibility of traditional energy drinks in novel flavors and ingredient combinations, wherein these energy drinks are available as a standalone product or in combination with juices or spirits in the form of mocktails and cocktails, respectively. In 2023, more than 35% of consumers in the United States aged 18- 29 years stated that they drink energy drinks regularly.
  • Within the energy drinks market, the natural/organic segment is witnessing the highest growth in the United States. The segment is projected to register a CAGR of 4.38% by value during 2023-2030. US manufacturers are capitalizing on this trend by introducing lines of natural, naturally caffeinated, and plant-based energy drinks. Notable brands in this space include Reign Storm, Zoa, and Proper Wild.
Soft Drink Type Energy Shots
Natural/Organic Energy Drinks
Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks
Traditional Energy Drinks
Other Energy Drinks
Packaging Type Glass Bottles
Metal Can
PET Bottles
Distribution Channel Off-trade Convenience Stores
Online Retail
Supermarket/Hypermarket
Others
Distribution Channel On-trade
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Market Definition

  • Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) - Carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) refer to non-alcoholic beverages that are carbonated and typically flavored, containing dissolved carbon dioxide to create effervescence. These beverages commonly include cola, lemon-lime, orange, and various fruit-flavored sodas. Marketed in cans, bottles, or fountain dispense.
  • Juices - We have considered packaged juices which encompass non-alcoholic beverages derived from fruits, vegetables, or a combination thereof, processed and sealed in various packaging formats such as bottles, cartons, or pouches. Excluding fresh juices, this market segment involves commercially prepared and preserved juices, often with added preservatives and flavors.
  • Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Tea and RTD Coffee - Ready-to-Drink (RTD) tea and RTD coffee are pre-packaged, non-alcoholic beverages that are brewed and prepared for consumption without further dilution. RTD tea typically includes various tea varieties, infused with flavors and sweeteners, and comes in bottles, cans, or cartons. Similarly, RTD coffee involves pre-brewed coffee formulations, often mixed with milk, sugar, or flavorings, and is conveniently packaged for on-the-go consumption.
  • Energy Drinks - Energy drinks are non-alcoholic beverages formulated to provide a quick boost of energy and alertness. Whereas, sports drinks are beverages designed to hydrate and replenish electrolytes, particularly after physical exertion, exercise, or intense activity
Keyword Definition
Carbonated Soft Drinks Carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) are a combination of carbonated water and flavouring, sweetened by sugar or a non-sugar sweeteners.
Standard Cola Standard Cola is defined as the original flavor of cola soda.
Diet Cola A cola-based soft drink containing no or low amounts of sugar
Fruit Flavored Carbonates A carbonated beverage prepared from fruit juice/fruit flavor with carbonated water and containing sugar, dextrose, invert sugar or liquid glucose either singly or in combination. It may contain peel oil and fruit essences.
Juice Juice is a drink made from the extraction or pressing of the natural liquid contained in fruit and vegetables.
100% Juice Fruit/vegetable juice made from fruit in the form of its juice with no water added to make up the volume. It is not permitted to add sugars, sweeteners, preservatives, flavourings or colourings to fruit juice.
Juice Drinks (up to 24% Juice) Fruit/vegetable juice drinks with up to 24% fruits/vegetable extract.
Nectars (25-99% Juice) Juices that can have between 25 and 99% of fruit, with the minimum legal limits defined depending on the type of fruit
Juice concentrates Juice Concentrates are those form of juices when most of this liquid is removed resulting in a thick, syrupy product known as juice concentrate.
RTD Coffee Packaged coffee beverages that are sold in a prepared form and are ready for consumption at the time of purchase.
Iced Coffee An iced coffee is a cold version of coffee, usually a combination of hot espresso and milk with ice added to it.
Cold Brew Coffee Cold brew also called cold water extraction or cold pressing is made by steeping ground coffee in room-temperature water for several hours.
RTD Tea Ready-to-drink (RTD) tea is a packaged tea product ready for immediate consumption without brewing or preparation
Iced Tea Ice tea or iced tea is a drink made from tea without milk but with sugar and sometimes fruit flavourings, drunk cold.
Green Tea Green tea is a tea beverage which promotes mental alertness, relieving digestive symptoms and promoting weight loss.
Herbal Tea Herbal tea beverages are made from the infusion or decoction of herbs, spices, or other plant material in hot water.
Energy Drink A type of drink containing stimulant compounds, usually caffeine, which is marketed as providing mental and physical stimulation. They may or may not be carbonated and may also contain sugar, other sweeteners, or herbal extracts, among numerous possible ingredients.
Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks Sugar-free or Low-calories Energy Drinks are sugar-free, artificially sweetened energy drinks with few or no calories.
Traditional Energy Drink Traditional Energy Drinks are functional soft drinks containing ingredients designed to boost the consumer's energy.
Natural/Oraganic Energy Drinks Natural/Organic energy drinks are energy drinks free of artificial sweeteners and synthetic colorings. Instead, they contain naturally derived ingredients such as green tea, yerba mate, and botanical extracts.
Energy Shots A small but highly concentrated energy drink that contains large amounts of caffeine and/or other stimulants. The quantity is comparatively smaller compared to energy drinks.
Sports Drink Sports drinks are beverages designed specifically for the rapid supply of fluid, carbohydrates, and electrolytes before, during or after exercise.
Isotonic Isotonic drinks contain similar concentrations of salt and sugar as in the human body, and are designed to quickly replace fluids lost during exercise but with an increase of carbohydrate.
Hypertonic Hypertonic drinks have a higher concentration of salt and sugar than the human body. They are best drunk after exercise as it is important to replace glycogen levels quickly after exercise.
Hypotonic Hypotonic drinks are designed to quickly replace fluids lost during exercise. They have very low carbohydrate content and a lower concentration of salt and sugar than the human body.
Electrolyte-Enhanced Water Electrolyte water is water infused with electrically-charged minerals, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
Protein-based Sport Drinks Protein-based sports drinks are those sports drinks which has added protein in it that will improve performance and reduce muscle protein breakdown.
On-Trade The on-trade refers to places that sell beverages for immediate consumption on the premises like bars, restaurants, and pubs
Off-Trade Off-trade usually means places like liquor stores, supermarkets and other places where you don't consume the beverage right away.
Convenience Store A retail business that provides the public with a convenient location to quickly purchase a wide variety of consumable products and services, generally food and gasoline.
Specialty store A specialty store is a shop/store that carries a deep assortment of brands, styles, or models within a relatively narrow category of goods
Online Retail Online retail is a type of eCommerce whereby a business sells goods or services directly to consumers from a website.
Aseptic Packaging Aseptic packaging refers to the filling of a cold, commercially sterile product under sterile conditions into a presterilized container and closure under sterile conditions to form a seal that effectively excludes microorganisms. These includes tetra packs, cartons, pouches etc.
PET Bottle PET bottle means a bottle made of polyethylene terephthalate.
Metal Cans Metal containers made of aluminum or tin- plated or zinc-plated steel, which are commonly used for packaging food, beverages or other products.
Disposable Cups Disposable Cup means a cup or other container designed for single use to serve beverages, such as water, cold drinks, hot drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Gen Z A way of referring to the group of people who were born in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Millenial Anyone born between 1981 and 1996 (ages 23 to 38 in 2019) is considered a Millennial
Taurine Taurine is an amino acid that supports immune health and nervous system function.
Bars & Pubs It is a drinking establishment licensed to serve alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises.
Café It is a foodservice establishment serving refreshments (mainly coffee) and light meals.
On the go It means doing / dealing with while busily engaged with something and not diverting plans in order to accommodate.
Internet Penetration The Internet Penetration Rate corresponds to the percentage of the total population of a given country or region that uses the Internet.
Vending Machine A machine that dispenses small articles such as food, drinks, or cigarettes when a coin or token is inserted
Discount store A discount store or discounter offers a retail format in which products are sold at prices that are in principle lower than an actual or supposed "full retail price". Discounters rely on bulk purchasing and efficient distribution to keep down costs.
Clean Label Clean label on the beverage market are drinks that are made from few ingredients of natural origin and are not or only slightly processed.
Caffeine An alkaloid compound which is a stimulant of the central nervous system. It is mainly used recreationally, as a mild cognitive enhancer to increase alertness and attentional performance.
Extreme sport Action sports, adventure sports or extreme sports are activities perceived as involving a high degree of risk.
High-intensity interval training It incorporates several rounds that alternate between several minutes of high intensity movements to significantly increase the heart rate to at least 80% of one's maximum heart rate, followed by short periods of lower intensity movements.
Shelf life The length of time for which an item remains usable, fit for consumption, or saleable.
Cream Soda Cream soda is a sweet soft drink. Generally flavored with vanilla and based on the taste of an ice cream float
Root Beer Root beer is a sweet North American soft drink traditionally made using the root bark of the sassafras tree Sassafras albidum or the vine of Smilax ornata as the primary flavor. Root beer is typically, but not exclusively, non-alcoholic, caffeine-free, sweet, and carbonated.
Vanilla Soda A carbonated soft drink flavoured with vanilla.
Dairy-Free A product that does not contain any milk or milk products from cows, sheep or goats.
Caffeine-Free Energy Drinks Caffeine-free energy drinks rely on other ingredients to boost the energy. Popular choices include amino acids, B vitamins, and electrolytes.
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United States Energy Drinks Market Research FAQs

The United States Energy Drinks Market size is expected to reach USD 19.07 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 2.84% to reach USD 22.57 billion by 2030.

In 2024, the United States Energy Drinks Market size is expected to reach USD 19.07 billion.

Congo Brands, Living Essentials, LLC, Monster Beverage Corporation, PepsiCo, Inc. and Red Bull GmbH are the major companies operating in the United States Energy Drinks Market.

In the United States Energy Drinks Market, the Traditional Energy Drinks segment accounts for the largest share by soft drink type.

In 2024, the Natural/Organic Energy Drinks segment accounts for the fastest growing by soft drink type in the United States Energy Drinks Market.

In 2023, the United States Energy Drinks Market size was estimated at 19.07 billion. The report covers the United States Energy Drinks Market historical market size for years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the United States Energy Drinks Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

US Energy Drink Industry Report

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