Coffee market in Canada - statistics & facts
Coffee is among the most popular beverages in Canada and the world. The market generates high revenues - Canada's coffee market ranks fifth in the world in terms of highest coffee market revenues. Relished for its rich flavor and aroma, coffee can also act as a mild stimulant due to its caffeine content. While coffee is commonly served hot, a plethora of coffee varieties and specialties now exist, including iced and ready-to-drink coffee. These variations are also becoming increasingly popular. From 2019 to 2023, the frequency of consuming cold coffee drinks increased.
Even though prices are rising, this does not seem to deter consumers in Canada. Coffee remains popular, and the coffee market remains profitable.
Retail landscape
The Canadian hot coffee market was worth over 24 billion U.S. dollars in 2024. By far the most revenue was generated from roast coffee, while instant coffee did not seem to be in such high demand. The average price per unit (APPU) may be one of the reasons for the unpopularity. In 2024, the average price per unit for roast coffee was about 104 U.S. dollars, while instant coffee had an APPU of roughly 174 U.S. dollars.International trade
The two most commonly produced and consumed coffee strains are Arabica and Robusta. Cultivated throughout Africa, Central and South America and South East Asia, coffee is one of the world’s largest export commodities. Over the past few years, Canada has imported over 855 million U.S. dollars' worth of coffee, largely from producers in Columbia and Brazil. When it comes to Canadian coffee exports, the United States and Japan were, by far, the leading recipient.Consumption
In 2023, 71 percent of consumers reported consuming coffee in the past day. Overall, coffee consumption in Canada has increased recently, reaching a volume of nearly 5.5 million 60-kilogram bags in 2022/23, once again demonstrating Canadians' love for the caffeinated hot beverage.Even though prices are rising, this does not seem to deter consumers in Canada. Coffee remains popular, and the coffee market remains profitable.
