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Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters is seeking Rs 1,000-1,200 crore in a funding round led by Temasek and ChrysCapital to expand its store network and offer liquidity to existing investors.

PRIVATEAug 30, 2026•8 days ago

Amount Raised

₹12 Billion

Round Type

Venture - Series Unknown

Gurugramfood & beverages

Investors

Chrys CapitalTemasek Holdings

Description

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters is in the process of securing Rs 1,000-1,200 crore from Singapore investor Temasek and ChrysCapital. The company aims to triple its store network in India and expand into Japan and the UAE. The capital raise will make one investor the single largest shareholder, with a stake of 30-33%. This funding round represents a significant milestone for the coffee chain, which has recently turned Ebitda-positive.

Company Information

Company

Blue Tokai

Location

Gurugram, Haryana, India

About

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters is India’s largest specialty coffee brand, founded in 2013 by Matt Chitharanjan and Namrata Asthana. Headquartered in Gurgaon, the company has expanded from a small home-based roastery to over 60 outlets across 10 major Indian cities and operates internationally in Japan. Blue Tokai focuses on sourcing high-quality Arabica beans directly from Indian estates, roasting them in small batches to ensure freshness. The company offers a variety of coffee products, including roasted ground coffee, coffee capsules, starter kits, brew bags, and subscriptions for regular deliveries. They also provide brewing equipment like grinders and mugs. In addition to online sales, Blue Tokai has established standalone cafés that serve as experience centers, where customers can enjoy expertly prepared espresso drinks and learn about specialty coffee. With around 300 employees and significant funding, Blue Tokai is dedicated to cultivating a coffee culture in India that appreciates quality and transparency.

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