Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters Secures $35M in Series C Funding to Fuel Global Expansion

In an exciting development for coffee enthusiasts, Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters has successfully raised ₹35 crore in its latest funding round, a testament to its growing influence as India’s leading specialty coffee brand. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Blue Tokai has redefined the coffee culture in the country, emphasizing the accessibility of high-quality Indian coffee. The funds raised will primarily be directed towards expanding their café footprint and enhancing their roastery operations, ensuring that coffee connoisseurs across India and, increasingly, internationally, can experience the rich flavors of their specialty brews. Currently boasting four roasteries and over 110 outlets in major cities like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bangalore, Blue Tokai is also making strides on the global stage with operations in Japan. With continued backing from prominent investors such as A91 Partners, Anicut Capital, and DSP Blackrock, the company is poised to innovate further in the specialty coffee sector. This funding will not only help them to source the finest beans from Indian farmers, but it will also enable them to conduct coffee education initiatives through brewing classes and online platforms. Having already roasted more than 1.2 million kgs of coffee and served over 5 million cups, Blue Tokai's commitment to excellence and accessibility remains unwavering. As the brand embarks on this new chapter, its mission to deliver the taste of India’s beloved coffee to consumers globally continues to unfold, promising exciting times ahead for coffee lovers everywhere.