Coffee Prices Continue to Rise in Russia, with a Further Increase Expected in 2026
Moscow – Qahwa World
Coffee prices in Russia continue to rise alongside growing consumer spending on this daily beverage, which has become a symbol of modern lifestyle across the country. According to the financial platform Vyberu.ru, about one-third of Russians spend between 3,000 and 5,000 rubles per month on takeaway coffee. Around 11% of respondents buy coffee every day, 3% purchase it several times daily, while 27% do so three to five times a week. Nearly 30% of respondents said they don’t buy takeaway coffee at all.
The survey also revealed that 42% of consumers feel that coffee has little impact on their monthly budgets, while 26% say the growing prices have become a noticeable financial burden. According to Rosstat, the Russian Federal Statistics Service, the average price of a kilogram of instant coffee surpassed 4,000 rubles in September 2025, marking the highest level in the country’s history.
Market analysts predict that prices will continue to rise, with an additional 20–25% increase expected in 2026. Dmitry Gushchin, CEO of a Russian coffee production company, explained that the next wave of price growth will be driven mainly by currency fluctuations and new tax policies, rather than by global market changes. He added that the recent trade tensions reignited by U.S. President Donald Trump have also affected global coffee flows and tariffs, contributing to the anticipated rise.
“We expect coffee prices to increase by about a quarter in 2026. Even if New York and London exchange prices remain stable, currency swings and trade barriers will play a key role,” said Gushchin in an interview with Gazeta.ru.
He warned that new import tariffs in the U.S., the world’s largest coffee consumer, could reduce global demand and indirectly push up prices in Russia, especially if the ruble weakens against the dollar. Currently, 150 grams of instant coffee costs about 580 rubles, 250 grams of ground coffee about 656 rubles, and the same amount of roasted beans nearly 800 rubles.
Sergey Rumyantsev, founder of One Price Coffee, confirmed that the price surge began last year and reached its sharpest level in the past five decades. He emphasized that the current rise is less about global market fluctuations and more about domestic inflation and new tax measures.
Despite these pressures, experts agree that Russians are unlikely to abandon their daily coffee rituals. For many, coffee remains a source of comfort and focus — a small luxury that provides both energy and emotional satisfaction. As coffee culture continues to grow, analysts believe that in 2026, Russians will not only maintain their consumption levels but also increase their spending in line with global trends.
