Coffee market in Australia - statistics & facts

Coffee is one of the most beloved beverages worldwide, and Australia is no exception. From strong espressos to milky lattes, many consumers across the country can’t imagine starting their day without their favorite brew. While Australia is not a major coffee-producing country, it has a unique and thriving coffee culture. Independent coffee stores are flourishing as specialty coffee, sustainability, and plant-based offerings increasingly come into focus in the country’s coffee landscape. Over the last decade, the value of Australia’s coffee imports have more than doubled, fueled by the country’s booming café industry and an ever-increasing appetite for coffee and coffee beverages.

Australia’s coffee trade

In terms of revenue, the Australian coffee market is among the largest in the world. In 2022, Australia exported over 90 million Australian dollars’ worth of coffee, with coffee imports over 12 times the value of exports. Australia has a reputation for using high-quality coffee beans, often sourced from countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Ethiopia. ALDI, Lavazza, Nescafé, and Nespresso are some of the country’s most popular brands for coffee beans, pods, or instant coffee.

Domestic coffee consumption

Over the years, cappuccinos, lattes, and flat whites have continuously proved to be the go-to coffee beverages among Australia’s coffee lovers. Around three-quarters of Aussies drink at least one cup of coffee a day, with some even indulging in three or more cups. Domestic coffee consumption amounted to more than 2.2 million 60-kilogram bags in 2023, with Australians consuming, on average, around two kilograms of coffee per person. However, considering the per capita consumption worldwide, Australians are far behind Finland, the Netherlands, and Scandinavian countries. Nonetheless, Australia is still among the leading 30 coffee-consuming countries globally.

Australia’s café landscape: are coffee shops becoming a casualty of inflation?

More than 50 thousand cafés and restaurants were in operation at the end of financial year 2022 across Australia, with New South Wales and Victoria home to more than half of the country’s food service establishments. That year, these food establishments contributed more than four billion Australian dollars to the country’s economy. Some of the best-rated coffee franchises among consumers include Muffin Break, Donut King, Gloria Jeans, and Zaraffa’s. While purchasing coffee from cafés remains popular, many consumers are reducing their coffee shop expenditure due to rising living costs. Several are investing in coffee machines to save money, with coffeemakers from Australian-owned companies such as Breville and Sunbeam popular among consumers.

Coffee market outlook

With coffee a nationwide obsession, the future of Australia’s coffee market looks bright. The country’s coffee market is expected to reach a CAGR of 5.75 percent over the next five years, with coffee market revenue forecasted to grow to 1.75 billion U.S. dollars by 2028. With Australians becoming increasingly conscious of the origin of the products they purchase, consumer demand for high-quality, ethically sourced, and affordable coffee is expected to continue to support revenue growth in the coming years.
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Published by Statista Research Department, Jul 21, 2023

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Revenue of the hot drinks market in Australia
7.6bn USD
Revenue of the coffee market in Australia
6.1bn USD
Per capita coffee sales in Australia
2kg
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