Plant-Based Water Market Size, Share, Opportunities, and Trends Report Segmented by Type, Product, Packaging, Distribution Channel, and Geography – Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

Comprehensive analysis of demand drivers, supply-side constraints, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities across applications and regions.

Report CodeKSI061616040
PublishedSep, 2025

Description

Plant-Based Water Market Size:

Plant-Based Water Market is expected to expand at a 18.57% CAGR, growing from USD 9.454 billion in 2025 to USD 22.158 billion by 2030.

Plant-Based Water Market Key Highlights:

  • The plant-based water market is gaining momentum with creative packaging to attract consumers.
  • Manufacturers are constantly innovating to introduce new flavors and enhance the immunity-boosting properties of plant-based water.
  • The working population is increasingly opting for plant-based water for instant and healthy hydration.
  • Consumers are shifting towards organic plant-based water to avoid sugar and preservatives.

Plant-based waters provide a high level of nutrition and are considered an alternative to water. It is advised that plant-based water needs to be taken in limited quantities like any other beverage because of its sugar content. Plant-based water offers added nutritional benefits as it contains potassium, calcium, sodium, and magnesium. Some of the most popular variations of plant-based water are coconut water, aloe water, birch water, etc.

Plant-Based Water Market Growth Drivers:

  • Driving factors for the plant-based water market

The growing people awareness of the health benefits of plant-based water is fueling the plant-based water market There has also been the introduction of creative packaging to gain consumers' attention toward the product. Some of the plant-based water products are used in alteration to normal beverages because it contains lesser amount of sugar. Additionally, the growing development of various manufacturers is leading to plant-based water market growth. Various research to find new sources of plant-based water and innovation for the immunity boost of natural plant-based water is further fueling the plant-based water market

  • Growing preference for value-added hydration

Working population throughout the globe is gaining interest in plant-based water for instant hydration. With people being more health conscious, the demand has significantly shifted from carbonated soft drinks to bottled water. The increase in people with obesity and diabetes is the key factor. Plant-based water has 45 calories in a 500 ml serving and hence is considered a mid-calorie beverage. Furthermore, many manufacturers are focusing on the launch of natural and organic functional beverages with added nutrients which is fueling the plant-based water market growth.

  • Increasing popularity of maple plant-based water

Maple water is created by mixing pure sap from maple trees. Maple plant-based water provides hydration and nutrition in addition to rejuvenation which is highly preferred by consumers. On average 95-97.5% of the maple sap contains water and consists of multiple nutrients like organic acids, amino acids, minerals, oligosaccharides, and phenolic compounds in addition to sucrose. Along with antioxidants, maple plant-based water contains calcium, potassium, and zinc. Further, various development is also driving the plant-based water industry. For instance, in June 2021, Maple 3 introduced a new range of Ecocert-certified organic sparkling maple waters in three different flavors

  • Rising demand for organic plant-based water

As consumers are becoming more aware of their health, they are avoiding beverages with sugar and added preservatives which has contributed to the growth in demand for organic plant-based water. Owing to this major manufacturers are focusing on product innovation. For instance, Green-Go offers zero-calorie cactus water which is derived from Nopal cactus. Tiana Fair Trade Organics and DashOrganics are some of the other key players that focused on offering organic drinks.

  • Growing innovation in flavored plant-based water

Plant-based water is present in the flavored and unflavored category. Flavored plant-based water is anticipated to grow steadily during the forecast period, as many companies are introducing new flavors for the water. For instance, lime, ginger, rose, and green tea are some of the assorted flavors available in the plant-based water industry Flavored plant-based water is formed from the blend of two or more flavors. The trend for different flavors is on the rise and hence will impact the plant-based water market. Unflavored plant-based water is anticipated to grow at a set pace, as some consumers prefer natural flavors that come with coconut or maple water.

Plant-Based Water Market Geographical Outlook:

  • The market for plant-based water is expected to expand gradually in the Asia Pacific region. 

Asia-Pacific is anticipated to dominate the plant-based water industry globally owing to the growing consumption of branded and packaged coconut water. This consumption growth is due to the high production rate of coconut in countries like India and Indonesia. North America being an emerging market for organic sourcing and natural flavours is anticipated to be the second largest growing plant-based water market. Busy lifestyles and a growing working population is the major driving factor for the growth of plant-based water consumption in the United States.

Plant-Based Water Market Player Strategies:

The demand for plant-based water has increased recently as major competitors are focusing on product innovation such as adding new flavors in the plant-based water. Emphasis is given on merger and acquisition which leads to plant-based water market growth and the strategic approaches taken by leading companies to boost their brand presence among customers. Further, many manufacturers are strengthening their distribution relationships with firms to leverage the customer base for future product launches.

Plant-based water products

  • Steaz Cactus Water, Steaz launched cactus water that blends cactus water with RTD tea.
  • Sibberi Tree Water, Contains maple water and bamboo water and has 4 times less sugar than coconut water.
  • Tapped Birch Water, an Organic drink tapped from the Finnish forest. This drink has no added sugar or sweeteners.
  • Coconut Beach was launched by a California brand that retails at less than 99c.

Plant-Based Water Market Scope:

Report Metric Details
Plant-Based Water Market Size in 2025 USD 9.454 billion
Plant-Based Water Market Size in 2030 USD 22.158 billion
Growth Rate CAGR of 18.57%
Study Period 2020 to 2030
Historical Data 2020 to 2023
Base Year 2024
Forecast Period 2025 – 2030
Forecast Unit (Value) USD Billion
Segmentation
  • Type
  • Product
  • Packaging
  • Distribution Channel
  • Geography
Geographical Segmentation North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific
List of Major Companies in the Plant-Based Water Market
  • JUST Water
  • AquaBotanical Water
  • Bottle Up
  • Danone
  • Xylem
Customization Scope Free report customization with purchase

 

Segmentation:

  • By Type
    • Coconut
    • Maple
    • Cactus
    • Others
  • By Product
    • Plain
    • Flavored
  • By Packaging
    • Bottles
    • Pouches
    • Others
  • By Distribution Channel
    • Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
    • Convenience Stores
    • Online Sales
    • Others
  • By Geography
    • North America
      • United States
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Others
    • Europe
      • United Kingdom
      • Germany
      • France
      • Spain
      • Others
    • Middle East and Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Israel
      • Others
    • Asia Pacific
      • Japan
      • China
      • India
      • South Korea
      • Indonesia
      • Thailand
      • Others

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Plant-Based Water Market is valued at USD 9.454 billion in 2025.

The Plant-Based Water market is expected to reach a total market size of USD 22.158 billion by 2030.

The Plant-Based Water market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18.57% during the forecast period.

The growing awareness of health benefits, introduction of creative packaging, preference for low-sugar beverages, and ongoing research for new plant-based sources are anticipated to drive the market.

The Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to dominate the Plant-Based Water market.

Table Of Contents

1.  INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

2.1. Research Data

2.2. Assumptions

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Research Highlights

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.2. Market Restraints

4.3. Porter’s Five Force Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. PLANT-BASED WATER MARKET, BY TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Coconut

5.3. Maple

5.4. Cactus

5.5. Others

6. PLANT-BASED WATER MARKET, BY PRODUCT

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Plain

6.3. Flavored

7. PLANT-BASED WATER MARKET, BY PACKAGING

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Bottles

7.3. Pouches

7.4. Others

8. PLANT-BASED WATER MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL

8.1. Introduction

8.2. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets

8.3. Convenience Stores

8.4. Online Sales

8.5. Others

9. PLANT-BASED WATER MARKET, BY GEOGRAPHY

9.1. Introduction

9.2. North America

9.2.1. United States

9.2.2. Canada

9.2.3. Mexico

9.3. South America

9.3.1. Brazil

9.3.2. Argentina

9.3.3. Others

9.4. Europe

9.4.1. United Kingdom

9.4.2. Germany

9.4.3. France

9.4.4. Spain

9.4.5. Others

9.5. The Middle East and Africa

9.5.1. Saudi Arabia

9.5.2. UAE

9.5.3. Israel

9.5.4. Others

9.6. Asia Pacific

9.6.1. Japan

9.6.2. China

9.6.3. India

9.6.4. South Korea

9.6.5. Indonesia

9.6.6. Thailand

9.6.7. Others

10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

10.2. Market Share Analysis

10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

10.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

11. COMPANY PROFILES

11.1. JUST Water

11.2. AquaBotanical Water

11.3. Bottle Up

11.4. Danone

11.5. Xylem

11.6. Drink Soma

11.7. Ocean Beverages

11.8. SunOpta

11.9. Noumi Limited

11.10. Harmless Harvest

11.11. Koia

Companies Profiled

JUST Water

AquaBotanical Water

Bottle Up

Danone

Xylem

Drink Soma

Ocean Beverages

SunOpta

Noumi Limited

Harmless Harvest

Koia

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