Tea consumption in the US is on a slight upward trajectory, with forecasts indicating a steady growth from 292.03 million pounds in 2024 to 296.02 million pounds by 2028. In 2023, the actual consumption was 291.2 million pounds. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is 0.35%, followed by consistent increments around 0.34% annually. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is estimated at 0.34%.
Future trends to watch for include shifting consumer preferences towards specialty and herbal teas, increasing health consciousness among consumers, and potential influences of economic factors on discretionary spending. There may also be impacts from sustainability trends and innovations in tea packaging and sourcing.
