Coffee has always been America’s favorite morning ritual. Now it’s traveling in a new container. Ready-to-drink canned coffee and lattes are one of the fastest-growing categories in the beverage industry, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down
For beverage brands, this is a real opportunity. Here’s why cans are becoming the go-to format for coffee and lattes, and what it means for beverage brands and entrepreneurs.
Consumers want high quality coffee without the café price tag or the wait in line. That’s exactly what ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee delivers. Cold brew, canned lattes, and functional coffee blends are showing up in convenience stores, grocery aisles, and vending machines everywhere.
Younger consumers are leading the charge. Busy schedules, a love of convenience, and a growing at-home coffee culture are driving people toward grab-and-go options that still taste premium. Plant-based milk options, like oat and almond, are also expanding who canned lattes appeal to.
Cans offer some clear advantages for coffee and latte brands:
The ready-to-drink coffee market continues to expand, and there’s still plenty of room for new and emerging brands to make their mark. Functional ingredients like protein and adaptogens, clean labels, and creative flavors are helping brands stand out in a crowded space.
Location matters when it comes to getting your product to market quickly and efficiently. Based in Kansas, Bev-Hub sits right in the middle of the country, giving brands an efficient path to distribution across the Midwest and beyond.
Bev-Hub offers full-service co-packing and beverage manufacturing for coffee and latte brands, including processing, canning, labeling, storage, and shipping. Whether you’re a startup ready to launch your first canned latte or an established brand looking to scale, our team is here to help bring your product to life.
Ready to can your coffee brand’s next big idea? Get in touch with Bev-Hub to learn more about our co-packing services.
Cans block out light and oxygen, which helps coffee stay fresh longer than it does in glass or plastic bottles.
Yes. Modern canning methods lock in flavor right after brewing, so canned coffee and lattes can taste just as fresh as café-made drinks.
Most canned coffee and lattes stay fresh for several months when stored properly, thanks to the protective seal of the can.
Yes. Aluminum cans are among the most recyclable packaging materials available, making them a more sustainable choice than many alternatives.
Yes. Many co-packers, including Bev-Hub, work with startups and offer flexible production runs to help new brands get started.
Yes. When processed correctly, canned coffee and lattes are shelf-stable, meaning they don’t require refrigeration until opened. This makes them easier to store, ship, and sell.