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Poppi

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May 31, 2026
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 Poppi

An analysis on Poppi and recommendations on how they could market and expand their brand.

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Blake Doman

May 31, 2026

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  1. Poppi Product A prebiotic Soda Combination of sparkling water, fruit

    juice, apple cider vinegar, and prebiotic fibers A healthier alternative to traditional sodas Features low sugar and fewer calories Poppi competes in the healthy soda category
  2. Poppi's Health Benefits: A Gut-Friendly Soda HEALTH IN A BOTTLE

    Poppi soda is packed with prebiotics that support digestive wellness and overall health.
  3. Industry Context Founded in 2018 by Allison and Stephen Ellsworth

    15 flavors and 7 variety packs Global Prebiotic Soda Market brought in $900.07 Million in revenue in 2024 The U.S. probiotic and prebiotic soda market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2024 to 2030.
  4. Industry Context Cont. 67% of US consumers are looking to

    improve their health in the last 12 months 2030 Projected Market Size: $766.1 million By product, probiotic soda accounted for a share of 54.76% of the global revenues in 2023. Fruit favored probiotic/prebiotic soda accounted for, by flavor, 81.7% of 2023 global revenues.
  5. YOUNG ADULTS (18–34) HEALTH-CONSCIOUS TREND-SEEKING URBAN/SUBURBAN CARE ABOUT WELLNESS, SOCIAL

    MEDIA ACTIVE, VALUE BOTH TASTE & HEALTH. PSYCHOGRAPHICS Target Consumer BEHAVIORS EXPERIMENT WITH NEW BRANDS, TRADE UP FROM SPARKLING WATER/DIET SODA.
  6. Positioning Statement For health conscious young adults ages 18 to

    34 who want a fun, flavorful drink that fits their modern lifestyle, Poppi is the only soda among all better-for-you beverage brands that strikes a balance between health and happiness because it combines real fruit flavor with gut-healthy apple cider vinegar, adds color and personality to everyday soda, and encourages feeling good without giving up what you love.
  7. Strengths Strong influencer marketing (ex. Alix Earle) → boosts awareness

    with younger consumers Rapid revenue growth (~$500M in 2024) with strong brand identity Backed by PepsiCo ($1.95B acquisition) → large-scale distribution + resources Products align with demand for low-sugar, clean-ingredient drinks Fun packaging + strong digital/social presence connecting with Gen Z
  8. Weakness ~$2.50 per can vs. Zevia ($0.75–$1) Higher price limits

    accessibility vs. mainstream sodas Faces legal scrutiny over gut health claims (only ~2g fiber per can) Small market share compared to major soda brands
  9. Opportunities New flavors launching (ex. cream soda) Room for innovation

    with healthy/organic additives & line extensions Rising demand for prebiotic sodas Leverage PepsiCo’s scale/resources for growth International expansion potential (Asia, Latin America, Africa)
  10. Threats More soda brands entering the market Big companies (Coke,

    Pepsi, Nestlé) could copy Poppi Many people don’t understand prebiotics Higher price makes it harder to sell in tough times Relies on certain ingredients that may run short Health trends can fade quickly Possible new rules from the FDA/FTC
  11. Brand Name Price Per Can Flavor Options Variety Packs Sugar

    per Can # of Retail Partners # of Countries Available Years in Market Poppi $2.50 16 7 5g 20 1 7 Olipop $2.50 20 3 2-5g 9 1 7 Zevia $1.00 19 3 0g 6 2 18 Simple Truth $2.00 2 1 5g 18 19 7 Culture Pop $1.99 9 5 8g 9 1 5 Bloom Pop $2.28 5 1 3-4g 9 1 Less than year Pepsi $1.00 1 4 41g 1000+ 200 127 Coca-Cola $1.50 1 4 39g 1000+ 200 139 Kevita Kombucha $3.50 7 1 7-9g 11 200 16 Kevita Probiotic Soda $3.00 7 4 6-9g 15 1 17 Sprite $1.00 1 4 38-39g 1000+ 200 64 Ginger Ale $2.50 1 3 36g 1000+ 90 174 Barq's Root Beer $1.88 1 0 44g 1000+ 2 127 Fanta $2.50 200+ 1 44-45g 1000+ 190 85 Competitive Comparison
  12. Zevia Packaging: Multipacks (6–12 cans) Materials & Aesthetics: Standard recyclable

    aluminum cans, Bold solid colors by flavor, Large “Zero Sugar” with a Functional look, but less lifestyle appeal Usability: Widely available in grocery soda aisles, Multipack focus for Households, Easy to identify, but less “fun” and shareable than Poppi
  13. Simple Truth Packaging: Recyclable plastic bottles, cartons, and 12 oz

    cans Aesthetics: Clean and simple design with green and natural colors, labels highlight organic and non-GMO Usability: Easy to hold and portable, resealable caps on bottles, clear labels for quick info Positioning: Natural, healthy, and affordable drink option for health-conscious consumers and families
  14. Culture Pop Soda Packaging: Standard 12oz cans Aesthetics: Bold, colorful,

    and playful designs showcasing the fruit for each soda flavor. Usability : Easy to drink on-the-go, appeals to health-conscious consumers Positioning : Fun flavorful, low-sugar soda alternative.
  15. Patterns: Taps into the “better-for-you soda” trend, clear low-sugar claims,

    and simple ingredient transparency. Packaging: Standard cans, bold flavor names Aesthetics : Fun, youthful wellness vibe, clean, modern, Usability: Easy to understand (flavor, calories, prebiotics), strong retail visibility Bloom Pop
  16. Olipop Patterns: follows the “better-for-you soda” trend, healthier drinks with

    classic flavors Packaging: cans, bright colors, retro designs, easily recognizable Aesthetics: playful, approachable, soda shop inspired, and combines health with fun Usability: easy flavor recognition, clear messaging, easy to find
  17. Poppi’s Differentiation Combines apple cider vinegar, organic fruit juice, and

    prebiotic fibers for gut-health benefits Playful, vibrant branding that appeals to younger, health-conscious consumers Competitive pricing and wide retail availability, accessible and approachable Lightly carbonated, fruity flavors that make it enjoyable like traditional sodas. Positioins itself as a fun, functional, and flavorful alternative to standard sdodas
  18. Do consumers prefer Poppi packaging over Zevia packaging? Answer: Yes.

    Consumers prefer Poppi packaging over Zevia packaging. (P-Value = <.001) Do consumers prefer Poppi packaging over Olipop packaging? Answer: Yes. Consumers prefer Poppi packaging over Olipop packaging. (P-Value = .048) Comparing Packaging
  19. Do consumers prefer Zevia's variety of flavors more than Poppi’s?

    Answer: Yes. Consumers prefer Poppi’s flavor variety over Zevia’s. (P-Value = <.001) Do consumers prefer Poppi’s variety of flavors more than Olipop’s? Answer: Yes. Consumers prefer Poppi’s flavor variety over Olipop’s. (P-Value = .025) Comparing Variety of Flavors
  20. How likely are you to recommend Poppi to a friend,

    based on your familiarity with Zevia? Answer: Yes, consumers will recommend Poppi to a friend based on the familiarity with Zevia. (P = <.001) Recommending Poppi to a Friend Based on Zevia
  21. Are people who would drink Poppi after seeing an influencer

    or celebrity drink it more likely to recommend Poppi to a friend? - Answer: Yes (P-Value = <.001) Bivariate Correlation
  22. Are the individuals who care about the ingredients of the

    beverages they consume more open to trying more foods and beverages? Answer: Yes (P-Value = <.001) One Sample T-Test
  23. Do people who have tried Poppi before rate their helath

    benefits higher than those who have not tried Poppi? Answer: People who have tried Poppi before have a higher perception of their health benefits (P-Value = .005) Independent Sample T-Test
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