Supply and Distribution of Soft Drinks and Associated Products

Carbonated Soft Drinks The largest segment in the industry is the carbonated soft drinks segment, which is estimated to account for 42.5 percent of industry revenue in the current year.• branded and premium carbonated soft drinks• sugar and sugar free• cola flavoured drinks• Additional flavours such as mango, cherry• lemonade clear, cloudy or traditional• fruit flavoured carbonates such as orange or apple• non-fruit carbonates such as cream soda or ginger beer• Mixers such as tonic water

Fruit-based beverages containing between 5 percent and 99 percent fruit are considered to be fruit drinks, rather than fruit juice. Fruit drinks often contain more water than real juice and usually have flavourings, artificial sweeteners and colourings added. This segment also includes dilutables such as cordials, squash, powders and other concentrates. Over the five years through 2021to22, revenue generated by this segment is expected to have decreased, reaching 2 percent of industry revenue. This decline largely stems from growing concerns over excessive sugar consumption and growing consumer preferences for on the go beverages.Branded and premium still soft drinksBranded and premium fruit juice, soft drinksBranded and premium smoothies soft drinksBranded and premium flavoured milk soft drinks

Energy drinks Category worth £1.39 Billion pounds growth up 5.41 percent on average over past 5 years. Growth driven by product size and flavoured energy with zero sugar. Suppliers should support over the annual period such as energy drinks during exam period where suppliers see a huge increase in sales. Freshers, promotions, throughout the year to help sales across campuses.Sports drinks are designed to enhance physical performance before, during and after physical activity. They are typically manufactured to replace fluids and electrolytes lost by perspiration and boost the body's carbohydrate intake. Energy drinks on the other hand are traditionally sugar based. The aim of energy drinks is to boost energy from caffeine, guarana, ginseng, other herbs or a combination of these ingredients.Branded and premium sports drinksBranded and premium health and vitamin drinksBranded and premium energy drinks

This segment includes pure mineral water. Over the majority of the five years through 2021 to 22, revenue derived from this segment has increased boosted by rising consumer awareness of the high sugar content of many alternative soft drinks. However, temporary closure of hospitality establishments, social distancing restrictions and individuals working from home is expected to dampen demand for bottled water. Growing environmental consciousness and concerns over single use plastic have also encouraged consumers to purchase refillable water bottles.Branded and premium bottled still and sparkling water.Branded and premium bottled still and sparkling flavoured water.

In the United Kingdom, the term fruit juice can only legally be used to describe a product that is 100 percent fruit juice. Fruit juice cannot contain added water, sugar or artificial flavours. Juice made by reconstituting concentrate can be called juice as long as it displays characteristics consistent with fruit juice made from the same fruits.Concentrated Juice & Dispensers

One Stop Shop to cover products from Lots 1 to 4 includingCarbonated Soft Drinks Still Soft Drinks, including fruit juice, smoothies and flavoured milk. Sports, Health or energy Drinks Bottled Water including carbonated and Flavoured Water.