The bubble tea market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 365.3 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 12% is expected of Middle East & Africa bubble tea market from 2026 to 2033.
The MEA bubble tea market generated a revenue of USD 154.2 million in 2025.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% from 2026 to 2033.
In terms of segment, black tea was the largest revenue generating type in 2025.
Green Tea is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2033.
MEA data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 154.2 million
Market revenue in 2033
USD 365.3 million
Growth rate
12% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segment
Black tea
Fastest growing segment
Green Tea
Historical data covered
2021 - 2024
Base year for estimation
2025
Forecast period covered
2026 - 2033
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Green Tea, White Tea, Oolong Tea, Black Tea
Key market players worldwide
Ten Ren Tea, Gong Cha, Chatime, Lollicup USA, Inc., Bubble Tea Supply
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 4.6% of the global bubble tea market in 2025.
Globally, North America is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 2,796.9 million by 2033.
Over the past few years, the popularity of bubble tea has been growing in the region. The growth of the middle-income population in several African countries, particularly South Africa, has been encouraging consumers to try new products.
An increasing number of bubble tea stores have been opening in countries such as Qatar, Lebanon, Bahrain, UAE, and South Africa, driving the sales of the product. Over the last few years, several specialized cafes serving bubble tea have opened up in malls and metro stations. Many restaurants have also started offering bubble tea in the region. This will present growing opportunities in the market.
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Black Tea was the largest segment with a revenue share of 46.43% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa bubble tea market based on green tea, white tea, oolong tea, black tea covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
Over the past few years, the popularity of bubble tea has been growing in the region. The growth of the middle-income population in several African countries, particularly South Africa, has been encouraging consumers to try new products.
An increasing number of bubble tea stores have been opening in countries such as Qatar, Lebanon, Bahrain, UAE, and South Africa, driving the sales of the product. Over the last few years, several specialized cafes serving bubble tea have opened up in malls and metro stations. Many restaurants have also started offering bubble tea in the region. This will present growing opportunities in the market.
Middle East & Africa Bubble Tea Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Black Tea
Green Tea
Oolong Tea
White Tea
Middle East & Africa Bubble Tea Market Flavor Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Fruit
Taro
Strawberry
Classic
Coffee
Other
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Middle East Africa Bubble Tea Market, 2021-2033 (US$M)