Boston, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/09/2014 -- Concentrates continued to experience accelerated, although still moderate growth in total volume terms in 2013. As raw material prices for concentrates increased, the category experienced increases in value sales and unit prices. Nevertheless, liquid concentrates continued to enjoy a price advantage over its major substitute, juice. The quality of some liquid concentrates exceeds that of juice drinks (up to 24% juice). Within powder concentrates, powder sports drinks concentrates continued to account for the vast majority of sales.

Competitive Landscape

Poltsamaa Felix continued to lead concentrates in 2013, accounting for a retail value share of 28%. The company has been gradually increasing its leadership as Estonians prefer to drink its popular Kannujook liquid concentrate. The product is favoured thanks to its domestic origin and perceived attractive price/quality ratio. In addition, the Kannujook brand is present in brick liquid cartons, which is similar to fruit/vegetable juice packaging. The brand is perceived to be of the highest quality within concentrates, and, as a result, Poltsamaa Felix experienced growth in its retail value share in 2013.

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Industry Prospects

Concentrates is expected to maintain its importance over the forecast period as a substitute for fruit/vegetable juice and is therefore expected to register moderate growth. As a result of the growing health and awareness trend, consumers are expected to prefer concentrates with lower sugar content (in the case of liquid concentrates) and without added artificial ingredients. Hence, higher-quality concentrates is expected to perform better. The growing importance of internet retailing is improving the distribution of new players and exotic flavours. Within powder concentrates, powder sports drinks concentrates will continue to account for the vast majority of sales.

Report Overview

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