There are fewer and fewer drinks under 5 yuan on the market. Sugar, bottles and other raw materials are increasing in price.
In some chain convenience stores, nearly 80% of drinks priced at RMB 5 or above product. Sugar-free and healthy drinks have grown rapidly and occupied the C position on supermarket shelves. The prices of new brands of cola (such as Yuanqi Forest) and fruit juices are also reaching 5 yuan and above. Some new products/flavors of traditional lines of 5 yuan drinks may also reach the price.