Caffè Nero and Myprotein launch new protein lattes. 14-Oct-2026 Last updated on 14-Oct-2026 at 13:29 GMT Caffè Nero and Myprotein have partnered to launch two protein-based iced drinks across the coffee chain's UK stores. (Image: Getty Images/ Urbazon) The move taps into growing demand for protein-enriched drinks, with the new iced matcha and latte containing up to 25g of protein per serving. Caffè Nero and Myprotein launch: overview. * Caffè Nero and Myprotein launched two high-protein iced drinks. * The drinks contain 24-25g of protein and under 160 calories. * The launch targets growing demand for functional beverages. * Iced drink sales at Caffè Nero rose 52% last year. * More products from the partnership are planned for January. Caffè Nero has partnered with sports nutrition brand Myprotein to launch two protein-based iced drinks across its UK stores. The Iced Vanilla Protein Matcha Latte and Iced Vanilla Protein Latte contain 24g and 25g of protein, respectively, and fewer than 160 calories each, according to the companies. The drinks combine skimmed milk and sugar-free vanilla flavouring with either matcha or Caffè Nero's Classico coffee blend, alongside Myprotein protein powder. They will be hand-crafted by baristas across more than 600 UK stores. The launch builds on the growth of iced drinks at Caffè Nero, which now account for 14.7% of its total drinks sales, up from 8.1% five years ago. Sales of iced drinks at the coffee chain grew by 52% in its last financial year compared with the previous year. Neil Mistry, CEO of THG Nutrition, Myprotein's parent company, said: "Protein has moved from the gym bag into everyday life, and coffee is the natural next step. "Protein lattes have already taken off in the US, and we know the appetite is here too: our customers already add protein to their coffee at home." Lysa Hardy, CEO of Caffè Nero UK, said the drinks respond to growing customer demand for high-protein options. "The Iced Vanilla Protein Matcha Latte and the Iced Vanilla Protein Latte are delicious, new additions to our menu and respond to growing customer demand for high-protein drinks. They reflect our commitment to innovation and to delivering premium drinks to customers." The launch is the latest move by Myprotein to expand beyond its core sports nutrition market into retail and foodservice. Recent launches include a whey protein milkshake inspired by Krispy Kreme's Original Glazed doughnut, sold through Boots, and protein powders featuring SNICKERS, MARS and Bounty, developed through a licensing partnership with Mars Wrigley. The two drinks are the first products under the Caffè Nero partnership, with further recipes expected to follow in January.

Myprotein launches protein lattes with Caffè Nero and a Krispy Kreme milkshake. Key takeaways. * Myprotein has launched two iced protein lattes in the UK with Caffè Nero to meet consumer demand for high-protein options, with more recipes coming in January 2027. * The company also launched a Krispy Kreme-inspired milkshake with 20 g of protein, available online in the UK and Europe, and that will roll out to regional retailers. * THG Nutrition's CEO notes that the launches indicate how much the protein category has changed, as it has moved from a focus on athletes to everyday consumers. THG Nutrition's Myprotein has teamed up with Caffè Nero to launch two protein-based drinks in the UK and introduced a milkshake with Krispy Kreme, inspired by the donut brand's "iconic taste" in the UK and Europe. Myprotein and Caffè Nero unveiled an Iced Vanilla Protein Latte with 25 g of protein and the Iced Vanilla Protein Matcha Latte with 24 g of protein, which are available across Caffè Nero's UK stores. The partners note that both drinks contain fewer than 160 calories and are among "the highest protein content drinks on the high street." The new coffee drinks are the first launches under the partnership, with additional recipes to be announced in January 2027, note the companies. "Protein has moved from the gym bag into everyday life, and coffee is the natural next step," says Neil Mistry, CEO of THG Nutrition. "Protein lattes have already taken off in the US, and we know the appetite is here too: our customers already add protein to their coffee at home. Now, with Caffè Nero, they can order it in a latte or matcha on the high street, across more than 600 stores." The new coffees come on the heels of Myprotein's collaboration with Krispy Kreme, which resulted in a milkshake with 20 g of protein per serving at 116 calories and low-fat content. In addition to the Original Glazed donut-flavored Whey Protein Milkshake, the partners are planning new flavors and products (Image credit: Myprotein).The Original Glazed donut-flavored Whey Protein Milkshake was launched on October 8 and is available online in the UK and Europe. It will also roll out at more than 730 UK Boots stores this month and is set to expand to the US later in 2026, through health and wellness retailer GNC. High-protein demand. Myprotein and Caffè Nero note that the new drinks build on the popularity of iced drinks in the UK. Caffè Nero estimates that iced drinks account for 14.7% of its total drinks sales, up from 8.1% five years ago. Sales of these beverages grew 52% at Caffè Nero in the last fiscal year, compared with the previous year. Lysa Hardy, CEO of Caffè Nero UK, says that the new additions to the company's menu respond to growing consumer demand for high-protein drinks. "They combine our specialty coffee and our ceremonial-grade matcha with the expertise of Myprotein. I think it is a great combination." THG Nutrition's Mistry adds that the collaboration is part of a growing number of foodservice partnerships for Myprotein, as protein becomes a staple on menus across the UK. Innova Market Insights data indicates that sports protein-based ready-to-drink (RTD) launches grew 50% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026, while high-protein or source-of-protein claims led new sports nutrition launches between July 2025 and June 2026. Krispy Kreme flavors. Myprotein shares that the new protein milkshake with Krispy Kreme marks the start of a broader collaboration with the donut brand, with additional flavors and products planned as the partnership develops. According to the companies, these will include Protein Blend - new dairy protein powder mixes available in flavors inspired by Krispy Kreme's donuts, such as Original Glazed, Chocolate Iced, and Strawberry Iced donuts. Each serving will contain 25 g of protein and 140 calories, without added sugar. Mistry says the launches show how much the protein category has changed, which is now part of mainstream food and beverages."People will always want treats. Our job is to make them better: the taste they love, with 20 g protein per serving, in a whey protein they already trust," says Mistry. "It also shows how much the protein category has changed," he adds. "It's part of mainstream food and drink, and people expect to find it wherever they shop. That's why we're launching online and in stores across the UK from day one with a global rollout to follow." Alison Holder, chief product and brand officer at Krispy Kreme, adds: "Partnering with Myprotein brings together two brands that people love in a completely new way, starting with a Whey Protein Milkshake inspired by our Original Glazed donut. We can't wait for fans around the world to give it a try and see where this collaboration goes next." In related launches and partnerships, THG Nutrition partnered with Nichols in July 2026 to develop Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water. This RTD range aims to tap into consumer demand for health, wellness, and functional beverages. The beverages are available in Raspberry Lemon and Vimto flavors. The latter was named after Nichols' fruit-flavored soft drink brand. Nutrition Insight previously spoke with Mistry about the rise of clear whey protein, who told Nutrition Insight that it provides variety for regular protein taste and appeals to consumers who don't enjoy "milky" shakes. In March 2026, Myprotein launched Mars Impact Whey Protein powder, which blends the flavors of the candy bar - chocolate, caramel, and malt - with 20 g of whey protein per serving.

Costa Coffee shops profit with new iced drinks and matcha. Reading Time: 3 mins read Costa Coffee has returned to operating profit after a major overhaul of its high street estate and an expanded menu designed to appeal to changing consumer tastes. Costa Ltd recorded an operating profit of £20 million (US$26.4 million) for the year to 32 December 2025, reversing a £13.5 million (US$17.8 million) loss in 2024 and a 5.8 million (US$7.7 million) loss the previous year, according to accounts filed at Companies House. Revenue increased 5 per cent to almost £1.3 billion (US$1.7 billion), compared with 1 per cent growth in 2024, as the coffee chain reported its strongest growth in customer visits in a decade. The turnaround comes as Costa has invested heavily in refreshing its stores and broadening its drinks range, including iced coffees, match and lower-calorie options aimed at younger consumers. The group opened a net 50 new UK outlets last year - its first net increase in several years - and plans to add another 50 this year, including more drive-through and high street locations. Costa has around 2,700 outlets across the UK and Ireland and 4,000 globally, employing approximately 20,000 people. Costa CEO Philippe Schailee, said the business was adapting to a broader range of occasions and consumer preferences. "The coffee shop is increasingly a destination for morning and afternoon," he says. "People not only want caffeine but iced herbal teas and those drinks that people will drink in the afternoon and evening." Decaffeinated coffee and alternative drinks are also benefiting from growing demand younger consumers, particularly those looking to reduce their caffeine intake later in the day. The shift comes as competition intensifies across traditional coffee market, with Greggs, Gail's, Caffè Nero and a growing number of independent operators competing for consumers. Costa said it is now the largest café seller of matcha in the UK, while products such as its Velvetino low-calories iced coffee have proved popular with young customers. The company is continuing to invest in its physical estate, with plans to remodel around 250 stores each year. More than 1,200 of its 1,700 company-owned outlets have already been updated. The refreshed stores include digital self-order kiosks, which are now operating in around 200 UK locations, as Costa looks to improve convenience and adapt its stores to changing consumer behaviour. The coffee chain is also expanding beyond the traditional café market through Podio, its office coffee machine proposition launched in May. Costa describes the machines as "a barista in your office". Schaillee said Costa was already the UK's third-largest brand in home coffee machines and described the opportunity in the category as "limitless". The company is also preparing to open a new headquarters in St Albans, Hertfordshire, in January, with capacity for around 300 employees. Schaillee said the new headquarters "really signals our confidence in the business" as Costa enters its next phase of growth. Costa's campaign to highlight its positive performance comes after parent company Coca-Cola confirmed in February that it had abandoned plans to sell the chain, following its failure to attract bids that met its expectations. Coca-Cola had high hopes for the coffee chain when it acquired Costa for £3.9 billion (US$ 5.2 billion) in 2018 from Whitbread, the owner of Premier Inn hotels. However, rising costs have placed pressure on the business, particularly higher coffee bean prices, while intensifying competition on UK high streets has added to the challenge. Schiallee said coffee production costs - and potentially prices - were likely to remain elevated and could be further affected by the El Niño climate phenomenon, which is impacting coffee and cocoa growers across Latin and South America. "We need to be prepared for that," he says.