Iced Coffee Sales Surge Across Four European Markets
Food service iced coffee sales rose by double digits in the UK, Netherlands, France and Germany from February to August, according to Fyre.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Coffee
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Iced coffee food service sales rose by double digits in the UK, Netherlands, France and Germany from February to August compared with the same period last year, according to Luxembourg-based market research firm Fyre. The Netherlands led with a 44 percent increase, followed by the UK at 39 percent, France at 20 percent and Germany at 19 percent.
Why it matters
The growth comes as major UK coffee chains launch new iced drinks with protein ingredients, reflecting how drink makers are adapting menus to shifting demand. Rising temperatures have been cited as a factor driving interest in iced coffee.
Fyre measured food service iced coffee sales in four countries, with the Netherlands recording a 44 percent rise over the February to August period versus the prior year. The source does not quantify how much of the increase is tied to weather versus product launches.
The players
Fyre
Fyre is a Luxembourg-based market research firm that tracked food service iced coffee sales across European markets.
Caffe Nero
Caffe Nero is a British coffee chain operating around 600 stores across the UK, known for its espresso-based drinks.
Starbucks UK
Starbucks UK is the British arm of the global coffee chain Starbucks, which introduced a protein-based cold foam this year.
The details
Caffe Nero launched its Iced Vanilla Protein Latte in September, containing 25 grams of protein, while Starbucks UK introduced Protein Cold Foam made with whey protein in April. Caffe Nero operates around 600 stores across the UK, and the protein-focused launches come as iced coffee demand climbs across the region.
Timeline
April: Starbucks UK introduced its whey protein Cold Foam.
February to August: Period in which food service iced coffee sales were measured against the prior year.
September: Caffe Nero launched its Iced Vanilla Protein Latte.
Culture Shift
Europe has warmed at about 0.56 degrees Celsius per decade over the past 30 years, roughly twice the global average, and its 2025 average temperature was 1.17 degrees Celsius above the 1991-2020 baseline. Warmer summers are now visibly reshaping everyday beverage habits across the continent.
Consumers who prefer cold drinks may see more protein-enhanced iced options on chain menus as launches spread. Those tracking their daily protein intake can compare the 25 grams in Caffe Nero's new latte against their own needs.
The takeaway
Warmer summers are steering demand toward iced drinks, and chains are responding with added protein. Checking the nutritional label on a protein latte can help you judge whether it fits your daily goals.
Further reading
For more on the drinks shaping this trend, explore the Coffee section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Korea Herald.
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