Better "Latte" Than Never: Indian Coffee Brands You've Got To Try

Nothing's better than a cup of freshly brewed coffee and we totally agree. It's that one cup of coffee which helps you get through the day so we're here to make sure that you choose the best from the lot. It's high time that you try freshly roasted coffee from the best of Indian coffee brands aiming to provide you with authentic taste and mesmerizing aromatic coffee.

Pick the one which suits your taste the best as they are one of the purest and organic forms of coffee you'll ever find in India. These coffee brands in India have created a whole new revolution of not just providing a divine indulgence in the taste of coffee but also providing an environment-friendly production while securing the livelihoods of coffee-growing farmers and maintaining coffee plantations.

 

1. Blue Tokai Coffee

Blue Tokai has built up a relationship with a number of farms including Bibi Plantation, Biccode Estate and Karadykan Estate to get the best coffee after a careful selection. They aim at providing India with a good cup of freshly roasted coffee (100% Arabic). They make sure that the beans are roasted with good care so you perfect aroma of that coffee as soon as you take a sip of it. Rush to your nearest Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters cafe to taste their authentic coffee NOW. One can even buy their coffee packs online which includes - Attikan Estate, French Roast, Vienna Roast and a lot more. 

Location: Saket, Haus Khas Market, Vasant Vihar, MG Road

Website: https://bluetokaicoffee.com (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluetokaicoffee/

 

2. The Flying Squirrel

They experimented their way through with several cultivators, intercropping, different methods of roasting, processing, drying and storing to provide you with one of the best quality coffee beans. They grow their coffee at the beautiful Nellikad Estate in Coorg at Tej's Farm. The brand was named after the commonly sighted squirrels on the farm being an inspiration to the founders as they saw them gliding from tree to tree and picking up berries for supper. You can buy their coffee packs online as they've got all types of coffee covered in different flavours - Be it light roasted, dark roasted or medium roasted. Choose from an exclusive variety of flavours like - Dark chocolate, Caramel, Toffee and Sweet Berry.

Website: https://www.flyingsquirrel.in (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fscoffee/?fref=ts

 

Read:  10 Best Chai Places In Bangalore To Have A Fresh Start To Your Day

 

3. The Indian Bean

They definitely found the treasure for us by exploring the countryside - from Nepal to the hidden hills of Kodagu and Kali and introduced us to Single Estate Coffees. The Indian Bean focused on best standards of quality and supporting sustainable farming communities. Get their freshly roasted coffee delivered to your doorstep - Pick your favourite now and place an order. If you wanna learn how to brew your coffee right then do go to their website's "How To Brew" section to enjoy an ecstatic cup of coffee. One can choose from a variety of Watapi Coffee, Malnad Coffee, Forest Coffee and a lot of more.

Website: https://theindianbean.com/ (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/indianbeancoffee

 

4. Kaffa Cerrado

Kaffa Cerrado's existence marked a journey started for the love of coffee later on inspired by freshly roasted gourmet coffee. They make sure that coffee comes in the category of divine indulgence and to be consumed in it's purest and organic form. Their brewing passion for coffee goes beyond than just making the best as they also take environment-friendly measures by adopting green harvesting methods. The usage of "Green Roasters" helps them conserve energy whereas also convert by-products of coffee plantations into good quality manure. They sell both Indian (Gung Giri Estate, Mysore Nuggets, Kalledevarapura Estate) and International Coffees (Panama SHB Natural, Kenya, Washed Peru) along with coffee making equipment.

Location: Safdarjung

Website: http://www.kaffacerrado.com/ (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaffaCerrado/

 

5. Sleepy Owl

Sleepy Owl almost tastes like hopes and dreams for all cold coffee lovers. Indulge is in this coffee which is roasted, ground and brewed fresh every day - sealed in an airtight box and refrigerated so it tastes great. They've also recently launched cold brew packs containing ground coffee, packed in a filtered bag - all you need to do is drop one in water and leave it overnight for a Sleepy Owl Cold Brew. It contains no sugar, preservatives or added flavours. The aim was to provide a coffee which is easy to get, easy to store and easy to drink anywhere and everywhere with a perfect taste.

Website: https://sleepyowl.co/ (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepyowlcoffee

 

Also Read: 7 Healthy And Delicious Food Subscription Boxes In India For The Foodie In You

 

6. Leo Coffee

Being one of the leading brands of coffee today in India, Leo's coffee plantation is situated in Palani Hills, Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu. They practice shade-grown coffee cultivation which is sustainable while the unshaded farms require a high input of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and are definitely not environment-friendly. They offer a truly sensuous experience when it comes to tasting their freshly brewed coffee as they indulge in exotic flavours such as Special Peaberry, Caffe Blend, Madras Blend and Breakfast Blend.

Website: https://www.leocoffee.co.in (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leocoffeeindia

 

7. Seven Beans Coffee Company

Seven Beans Coffee Company has their coffee roastery set in Chikmagalur which is fully automated, eliminating any human contact. The process retains coffee quality by ensuring that the air used is free of dust. The company has two estates one in Chikmagalur and one in Modena, Italy. It's definitely an affordable range of coffee catering to four different flavours - Eka, Urja, Mishta ( Low Acidity) and 100% Arabic Medium Roast Gourmet Coffee. You can also purchase brewing equipment, coffee accessories and machines on their websites apart from just coffee packs.

Website: http://www.sevenbeans.co/ (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sevenbeanscoffeecompany/

 

8. Black Baza Coffee

Black Baza Coffee is a brand which looks forward to an overwhelming purpose and motive to improve conditions of livelihood along with providing authentic coffee. We just can't underestimate them as a usual coffee brand as it aims at enabling coffee producers to enjoy secure livelihoods and strength coffee growing practices that focus on conserving biodiversity. They work with any coffee retailer, grower, wholesaler - be it small or large scale whose motive caters to providing biodiversity-friendly coffee. Read more about their community on their website while you shop for your favorite pack of coffee. Their flavours include - The Wanderoo, The Ficus, The Whistling School Boy, The Otter and a few more. 

Website: https://www.blackbazacoffee.com/ (Order Online)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackbazacoffee/

 

Suggested Read: 12 Peaceful Book Cafés In Delhi/NCR That Are A Must-Visit For Bibliophiles 

---

FAQS:

Q: Which regions in India are famous for coffee cultivation?

A: Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu are the primary states where coffee is extensively cultivated in India.

 

Q: What is the difference between Arabica and Robusta coffee beans in Indian coffee?

A: Arabica beans are known for their mild flavor and acidity, while Robusta beans offer a stronger, more robust taste with higher caffeine content.

 

Q: Are there any special varieties of Indian coffee?

A: Yes, some notable varieties include Arabica, Robusta, and the unique Monsooned Malabar coffee, known for its distinct taste developed during the monsoon season.

 

Q: How is Indian coffee typically prepared?

A: Indian coffee is often prepared using traditional methods like filter coffee, where finely ground coffee is brewed with hot water and mixed with frothy, boiled milk.

 

Q: What is the significance of "Chicory" in Indian coffee?

A: Chicory is often added to Indian coffee to enhance flavor and reduce bitterness. It's a common practice, especially in South Indian coffee.

 

Q: Can I visit coffee plantations in India?

A: Yes, many coffee plantations in regions like Coorg and Chikmagalur in Karnataka welcome tourists for guided tours and a firsthand experience of the coffee-making process.

---