2025 is fast approaching, and as a current – or potential – coffee shop owner, it’s important to know what the latest and greatest trends will be in the coming year. Learn what new and innovative coffee ideas are making an entrance in 2025, and how the industry is being shaped by a new generation of coffee enthusiasts.
Coffee Franchise Industry Projections
One of the most significant coffee trends currently shaping the industry is its remarkable growth. A hot commodity, the worldwide coffee franchise industry was valued at $104.5 billion in 2023. Projections indicate the market will see a 7.38% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from now until 2032, reaching a total value of $198.4 billion by the end of the forecast period.
With growth on the horizon, now is a great time to take advantage of the upcoming coffee innovations and all the latest trends.
Coffee Shop Trends Coming in 2025
Aside from global market growth, here are some of the anticipated coffee trends for 2025:
- Sustainability and ethical sourcing: Consumers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability and proving it in their purchasing decisions. Brands that promote their ethical sourcing of coffee beans and environmentally friendly practices will likely see a more committed customer base.
- At-home brewing: Brewing coffee at home has been popular for the last couple of years, seeing a boost during the pandemic. Even as COVID-19 restrictions lessened, people have continued to enjoy the convenience of making their coffee at home. Coffee brands that offer quality at-home brewing products will be ahead of the curve in 2025.
- Convenient caffeinated options: Consumers these days are busy. Being able to grab their favorite coffee – or energy drink – on-the-go has become a priority. Coffee brands that can provide ready-to-drink options, like cold brews or bottled coffees, are likely to attract customers looking for speed and efficiency.
- Cold brew popularity: Known for having a lower acidity and smoother taste, cold brew’s popularity is only just starting to percolate. In fact, cold brew coffee sales are expected to continue steadily growing. From now until 2028, the market will increase in value by $519.2 million, seeing a CAGR of 8.4% by the end of the forecast period.
- Plant-based alternatives: Not an entirely new trend, plant-based alternatives will remain popular in 2025. Due to various dietary and allergy concerns, coffee shops should continue to offer dairy substitutes such as almond, oat, and soy milk to cater to all customers.
- Innovative flavors and formats: Consumers like variety. Innovative flavors – including specialty coffee drinks – will become more popular in 2025. Coffee franchises that dare to experiment with different flavor profiles will stand out in a crowded market.
- More technology: With Gen Z garnering more spending power, businesses need to be ready to meet their demands. To enhance the customer experience going into 2025, coffee shops should embrace the use of mobile ordering and payment if they haven’t already.
Franchise with Scooter’s Coffee
Scooter’s Coffee is a leading coffee franchise brand. Always embracing the latest coffee trends, our brand is committed to providing high-quality, high-margin specialty coffee beverages. Through fair trade and trusting relationships with our coffee farmers, we’re able to roast the top 10% of specialty coffee beans in the world.
Plus, Scooter’s Coffee has an easy-to-use mobile app that allows customers to order, pay, and get rewards for their visits to our locations. We have all the tools and resources you’ll need to thrive in the booming coffee industry.
To learn more about our franchise opportunity, request information today, and a member of our team will set up an introductory meeting.
