These New MONIN Syrups are Launching Exclusively at Tesco
Michael Hemsworth — May 30, 2025 — Lifestyle
References: monin1912 & retailtimes
These new MONIN syrups have been announced by the brand in the UK as a series of concentrated drink products perfect for bringing an authentic cafe experience to the kitchen. The concentrates come in four varieties including Matcha Green Tea, Blueberry Matcha Tea, Chai Tea and Cold Brew, which are each headed exclusively to Tesco locations now. The concentrated syrups are priced at £5 per 250ml bottle, which has enough to craft 10 iced drinks to make them a cost-effective alternative to patronizing the cafe everyday.
Senior Marketing Manager Jamie Carey commented on the new MONIN syrups saying, "This is a really exciting move for us. We’ve monitored the rise of flavoured iced drinks, and wanted to make develop a product that not only tasted great, but made the matcha trend accessible to everyone, every day of the week."
Senior Marketing Manager Jamie Carey commented on the new MONIN syrups saying, "This is a really exciting move for us. We’ve monitored the rise of flavoured iced drinks, and wanted to make develop a product that not only tasted great, but made the matcha trend accessible to everyone, every day of the week."
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Home Barista Movement — The rise of cafe-inspired cold drink syrups allows consumers to replicate the premium coffeehouse experience at home, driving a DIY coffee culture.
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Flavor Diversification in Beverages — The introduction of flavors such as Matcha Green Tea and Blueberry Matcha Tea highlights an expanding palate for sophisticated and diverse taste profiles in everyday beverages.
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Cost-effective Luxury Options — Economical alternatives like concentrated drink syrups offer the luxury of cafe-quality beverages at home, transforming perceived luxury into accessible indulgences.
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Matcha's Mainstream Expansion. — The increasing availability of matcha-flavored products simplifies access to matcha, thereby appealing to a broader audience.
Industry Implications
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Grocery Retail — Exclusive product launches in major supermarket chains such as Tesco leverage large retail footprints to distribute niche, specialty products to wider audiences.
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Beverage Distribution — The distribution of concentrated drink syrups provides new avenues for small brands to offer creatively flavored products without the need for a full-service cafe.
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Confectionery and Syrup Manufacturing — Innovative flavor combinations in syrup production are expanding the sweetener market, inviting further exploration into unique and marketable syrup varieties.
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