Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

Internet first brand of coffee subscription

Founded

2012

Headquarters

Delhi (India)

Status

Series C

Company Details

Website

Socials

Email

Phone

+91 - 9606047077

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters is a pioneering specialty coffee brand in India. Headquartered in Gurgaon, India, the company operates in the food and beverage industry, specifically focusing on specialty coffee. Blue Tokai's key markets include major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and international operations in Japan.

Core Products/Services

  • Specialty Coffee: Blue Tokai offers a wide range of high-quality, specialty coffee products, including roasted ground coffee, coffee capsules, starter kits, brew bags, and subscriptions.

  • Cafes and Roasteries: The company operates over 130 physical outlets across India and has established four roasteries, ensuring consistent quality and freshness.

  • Brewing Equipment and Accessories: Blue Tokai also sells brewing equipment, grinders, and mugs, catering to coffee enthusiasts.

Unique Value Proposition

Blue Tokai's unique value proposition lies in its commitment to sourcing high-quality Indian coffee beans and enhancing their flavors through expert roasting. The company aims to make specialty coffee more accessible and has been instrumental in shaping India's evolving coffee culture.

Notable Achievements

  • Market Leadership: Blue Tokai is recognized as India's largest and fastest-growing specialty coffee brand.

  • Funding and Valuation: The company has raised significant funding, including a Series C round, and is valued at Rs 1,500 crore.

  • International Expansion: Blue Tokai has expanded its operations internationally, with a presence in Japan.

  • Partnerships: The company has partnered with marquee retail outlets, luxury hotels, restaurants, and corporates to further its reach.

Business Model & Revenue Streams

Revenue Generation

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters generates revenue primarily through the following channels:

  • Direct Sales: The company sells its coffee products through its physical outlets, online platforms, and partnerships with retail outlets and hotels.

  • Subscriptions: Blue Tokai offers subscription services for regular coffee deliveries, providing a steady revenue stream.

  • Café Operations: Income from its cafes contributes significantly to the company's revenue.

User Segmentation

Blue Tokai targets a diverse customer base, including:

  • B2C (Business-to-Consumer): The company primarily focuses on direct-to-consumer sales through its cafes and online platforms.

  • B2B (Business-to-Business): Blue Tokai also partners with corporates, hotels, and restaurants to supply its specialty coffee.

Growth Strategy

Blue Tokai's growth strategy involves:

  • Market Expansion: The company aims to expand its presence in India and internationally, with a focus on new markets and partnerships.

  • Product Innovation: Continuously improving and innovating its coffee offerings to maintain quality and customer satisfaction.

  • Partnerships: Collaborating with key stakeholders in the hospitality and retail sectors to enhance its reach.

  • Brand Building: Investing in educating consumers about specialty coffee to increase demand and loyalty.

Key People

Matt Chitharanjan

Shivam Shahi

Namrata Asthana

Key Metrics

Total Equity Funding

$81Million

No. of Funding Rounds

11

Latest Funding Round

$35.0Million, Series C

as of August 31, 2024

Post Money Valuation

$180Million

as of August 31, 2024

Funding Multiple

5.14

as of August 31, 2024

Investors

Snow Leopard Ventures

and 9 more

Employee Count

613

Similar Companies

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Exit Details

N/A

All Funding Rounds

DateRound NameAmountValuationRevenueRevenue Multiple
Investors
August 31, 2024 Series C$35.0Million $180Million-- Verlinvest, Anicut Capital, A91 Partners, 12 Flags Group , DSP Mutual Fund
April 9, 2024Series BUndisclosed---12 Flags Group
September 15, 2023Series B Undisclosed-$21.4Million- Ka Enterprise
December 22, 2022Series B$30.0Million$61.7Million$14.5Million2.2x A91 Partners, White Whale Partners, Anicut Capital, KA Enterprises, 8i Ventures , Dovetail Global, DSP Mutual Fund, Perrin Advisors
February 19, 2022Series B$5.1Million$42.3Million$9.7Million- Z Nation Lab, Mauryan Capital, Anaa International, Anicut Capital ,Unmaj, Angel List
July 15, 2021 Series A $2.3Million$26.5Million$7.1Million-Anicut Capital, Bigfoot Retail Solutions, Anaa International, Cif Advisors, Angel List
July 30, 2020Series A$2.0Million$18.5Million$5.7Million-8i Ventures, Snow Leopard Ventures, Snow Leopard Global, Raghuvanshi Investment, Anaa International, Vikramaditya Mohan Thapar Family Trust, Vikramaditya Mohan Thapar Family , DSP Mutual Fund, Oriental Carbon and Chemicals, Dsp Adiko Holdings, Indo Nippon Foods, Atma Ram Properties
March 25, 2019Series A $3.4Million$17.8Million$3.5Million-GHVH, Anaa International, Kochi Holdings, Smile Group, Vikramaditya Mohan Thapar Family Trust , Wellfound, Forte Kochi, Click Labs, DSP Mutual Fund, Smiles, Indo Nippon Foods, Xpanse Network, Click Labs, Angel List, Huddle
April 12, 2018Seed$307.0K$11.2Million$1.9Million- Forte Kochi, Matter
April 11, 2017 Seed $2.3Million$10.8Million$842.0K- Snow Leopard Ventures, Snow Leopard Global, DSP Mutual Fund
May 16, 2015Seed $579.0K$1.6Million$199.0K4.9x Snow Leopard Global, Snow Leopard Ventures , Bold Ventures, The Brewhouse

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