How popular isMonin?
In September 2026, people searched for Monin by name about 260 times in New Zealand, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 2% of all New Zealand cordial and syrup brand searches, placing Monin sixth out of eight brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about cordial and syrup brands, Monin appeared in three of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the eight.
Monin is the sixth most searched of 8 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
SodaStreamShare of searches 48.3%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Barker's of GeraldineShare of searches 24.1%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
SchweppesShare of searches 14.7%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th- Bickford'sShare of searches 6%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
MoninShare of searches 2%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
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Top cordial and syrup brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Monin was mentioned in three out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Monin is the second most recommended of the eight.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
Barker's of Geraldine5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers- Bickford's4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Monin3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Schweppes2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers- Six Barrel Soda Co2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
- Cottee's1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
SodaStream0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Robinsons0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about cordial and syrup brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which cordial and syrup brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best cordial and syrup brand in New Zealand for home drinks?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“cordial brands nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“syrup brands nz”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which cordial and syrup brands compete with Monin?
Share of searches by month for SodaStream, Barker's of Geraldine, Schweppes, Bickford's, Six Barrel Soda Co, Monin. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | SodaStream | Barker's of Geraldine | Schweppes | Bickford's | Six Barrel Soda Co | Monin | Robinsons | Cottee's |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 46.5% | 28.7% | 13.7% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 2% | 0.76% | 0.61% |
| Nov 2025 | 53.6% | 26.1% | 10.3% | 4% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 0.85% | 0.28% |
| Dec 2025 | 50.1% | 28.3% | 11.2% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 0.76% | 0.35% |
| Jan 2026 | 50.9% | 24.5% | 11.6% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 0.78% | 0.39% |
| Feb 2026 | 49.5% | 26.9% | 11.6% | 5.3% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.27% |
| Mar 2026 | 49.2% | 25.9% | 12.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.51% |
| Apr 2026 | 44.1% | 27.7% | 16.4% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 0.83% | 0.37% |
| May 2026 | 43.5% | 28.5% | 14% | 5.6% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.56% |
| Jun 2026 | 44.5% | 26.5% | 14.6% | 6.3% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 0.52% |
| Jul 2026 | 47.9% | 23.3% | 16.3% | 6% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.37% |
| Aug 2026 | 46% | 24.9% | 15.4% | 6.6% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.73% |
| Sep 2026 | 48.3% | 24.1% | 14.7% | 6% | 3% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.54% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 48.3% | 6.2K | +9.7% | +2.3 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 24.1% | 3.1K | +1.3% | -0.7 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 14.7% | 1.9K | -0.53% | -0.7 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 6% | 770 | -4.9% | -0.6 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 3% | 390 | 0% | -0.1 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 2% | 260 | 0% | -0.1 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 1.4% | 180 | +20% | +0.2 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 0.54% | 70 | -22.2% | -0.2 points |
48.3%
Held 1st. 6.2K estimated branded searches, +9.7% vs prior month. Share +2.3 points.
24.1%
Held 2nd. 3.1K estimated branded searches, +1.3% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
14.7%
Held 3rd. 1.9K estimated branded searches, -0.53% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
6%
Held 4th. 770 estimated branded searches, -4.9% vs prior month. Share -0.6 points.
Held 5th. 390 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
6.
Monin2%
Held 6th. 260 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
1.4%
Held 7th. 180 estimated branded searches, +20% vs prior month. Share +0.2 points.
8.Cottee's
0.54%
Held 8th. 70 estimated branded searches, -22.2% vs prior month. Share -0.2 points.
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How has branded search demand for Monin changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Monin in New Zealand held steady at 260.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Monin’s share of searches among cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand peaked at 2.7% in June 2026 and was lowest at 1.3% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand cordial and syrup brands in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, SodaStream gained share of searches among cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand, from 46% to 48.3%.

In September 2026, Barker's of Geraldine lost share of searches among cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand, from 24.9% to 24.1%.

In September 2026, Schweppes lost share of searches among cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand, from 15.4% to 14.7%.
In September 2026, Bickford's lost share of searches among cordial and syrup brands in New Zealand, from 6.6% to 6%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Robinsons in New Zealand rose 80% over 12 measured months, from 100 to 180 in September 2026.
Estimated monthly branded searches for Six Barrel Soda Co in New Zealand fell 18.8% over 12 measured months, from 480 to 390 in September 2026.
How are Monin’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Monin’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for this branded term can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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