Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso

What Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso does

Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso is a Cypriot specialty coffee chain founded in 2014 and operated by P & TH Just Roasted Ltd. The company sells 100% Arabica espresso coffee sourced directly from Brazil's Ipanema farm (over 6,000 hectares producing more than 7,000 tons annually at altitudes of 850–1,350 meters), recognized by the Rain Forest Alliance as one of the four best specialty coffees in the world. The chain's core product is the Ipanema Espresso blend, complemented by Ipanema Coffee Capsules (compatible with a limited-edition branded machine), seasonal beverages (Salted Caramel Iced Chocolate, Pomegranate Ice Tea, Iced Refreshers, Smoothies), freshly prepared food (sandwiches, savory snacks, desserts, baked goods), and select vegan/gluten-free options. Branded merchandise (Matchy Matchy Bandanas) is sold in partnership with an animal-welfare charity.

The company distributes through 26 retail locations across Cyprus's four major cities (Nicosia, Larnaca, Limassol, Paphos), including drive-thru formats in Dali and Livadia, via a mix of company-owned and franchise stores. A "Partner with Us" franchise program allows independent operators to open stores under the brand. Revenue streams include direct retail coffee and food sales, franchise fees/licensing royalties, and commission-based delivery sales through third-party platforms Foody and Wolt. The company targets general consumers — coffee enthusiasts and daily commuters seeking grab-and-go, drive-thru, and casual social-gathering formats — using a multi-channel marketing approach combining Instagram/Facebook, blog content, press releases, and community/CSR events.

Kawacom's is privately held with no external venture or private equity investment disclosed. It celebrated a 10-year milestone in April 2024 with a brand refresh designed by Designcartel Brand Agency and has continued expanding its store base, reaching 26 stores by October 2025. Customer-facing technology surface is limited (no app, no disclosed APIs), and operations rely on conventional café systems, third-party delivery platforms, and the parent entity's franchise infrastructure. Headcount is estimated at 101–250 employees. No revenue, ARR, or funding figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso

Legal name

P & TH Just Roasted Ltd

Website

https://kawacoms.cy

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso is a Cypriot specialty coffee chain founded in 2014, operating 26 franchise and company-owned stores across Nicosia, Larnaca, Limassol, and Paphos, serving consumers premium 100% Arabica espresso sourced directly from Brazil's Ipanema farm, alongside food, seasonal beverages, and branded merchandise.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee Chain

NAICS

Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars (722515), Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Espresso Bars & Coffee Bars (THAFADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Drive-Thru Coffee Stands & Coffee Kiosks (THAFADAK), Single-Serve Coffee (Pods, Capsules) (CRADAHAH), Specialty Coffee & Tea Retail (Beans, Leaves, Accessories) (CRAHAGAI), Instant Coffee & Coffee Extract Manufacturing (AFAFADAD), Coffee, Espresso & Tea Appliances Retail (CRACADAC)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee chain
• Espresso beverages
• Coffee capsules
• Coffee shop franchise
• Food and beverage retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Nicosia

HQ country

Cyprus

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Retail Coffee and Food Sales: Direct sales of coffee beverages and food items (sandwiches, snacks, desserts) through owned and franchise retail locations across Cyprus.
2. Franchise Services: Franchise partnership model where partners can open Kawacom's stores under the brand umbrella with support provided for store setup and operations.
3. Delivery Services: Sales through delivery platforms Foody and Wolt, extending reach beyond physical store locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso is a Cypriot specialty coffee chain operating 26 stores across Cyprus, selling premium 100% Arabica espresso coffee sourced directly from Brazil's Ipanema farm, Ipanema Coffee Capsules for home use, freshly prepared food (sandwiches, desserts, baked goods, smoothies, vegan and gluten-free options), and seasonal beverages. The chain also operates a franchise partnership program and offers delivery through Foody and Wolt.

Product overview

Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso is a Cypriot coffee chain operating as a franchise network of 26 store locations across Cyprus. The company's core offering is premium 100% Arabica espresso sourced directly from Brazil's Ipanema coffee farm, complemented by seasonal beverages (Salted Caramel Iced Chocolate, Pomegranate Ice Tea, Iced Refreshers, Smoothies), fresh food items (sandwiches, savory snacks, desserts, baked goods), and specialty options (vegan and gluten-free). The chain offers merchandise (Matchy Matchy Bandanas), franchise partnership opportunities, and delivery services via Foody and Wolt. All products center on the Ipanema Espresso Coffee blend and Ipanema Coffee Capsules as the foundational offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ipanema Espresso Coffee Premium 100% Arabica espresso blend sourced directly from Brazil's Ipanema coffee farm at altitudes of 850 to 1,350 meters, recognized by Rain Forest Alliance as one of the four best specialty coffees in the world. Sold at Kawacom's retail stores and through capsules for home consumption.
• Ipanema Coffee Capsules Coffee capsules compatible with the limited-edition Kawacom's coffee machine, allowing customers to enjoy Ipanema Espresso at home.
• Sandwiches and Savory Items Freshly prepared savory items and sandwiches made with top-quality ingredients, available across all Kawacom's store locations.
• Desserts and Baked Goods Freshly prepared desserts and baked goods made with top-quality ingredients, available across all Kawacom's store locations.
• Smoothies and Iced Refreshers Fruit-based smoothie beverages and iced refreshers offered alongside traditional coffee drinks at select Kawacom's store locations.
• Summer Seasonal Beverages (Salted Caramel Iced Chocolate and Pomegranate Ice Tea) Seasonal iced chocolate and iced tea beverages available during summer months, sold through stores and Foody/Wolt delivery.
• Vegan and Gluten-Free Options Plant-based and allergen-friendly food options sourced from local producers, available at select newer Kawacom's store locations.
• Delivery Service Coffee and food delivery service operated through third-party platforms Foody and Wolt, extending Kawacom's reach beyond physical store locations.
• Franchise Partnership Program Partnership program enabling individuals and entrepreneurs to open Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso stores under the brand with operational support.
• Matchy Matchy Bandanas Pet accessory merchandise sold in packages of two bandanas at €15 (VAT included) per package, with all proceeds supporting Simba Animal Aid - Cyprus Dog Shelter.

Quantifiable outcome

• One of the four best specialty coffees in the world according to Rain Forest Alliance

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, significant, minor and supporting.

• Designcartel Brand AgencycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Creative agency responsible for the brand's 2024 rebranding initiative, including refreshed visual identity, new logo, and updated store concept design.
• Simba Animal Aid - Cyprus Dog SheltersignificantOthers · 1 January 2024Animal welfare partnership creating animal-friendly cafés. Activities include Adoption Days events, clean water bowls for dogs, and Matchy Matchy Bandanas fundraising product with all proceeds donated.
• P & Th Just Roasted LtdcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2023Parent company and licensor of Kawacom's Ipanema Espresso brand. Organizes CSR events and covers expenses for charitable activities. Manages contests and promotional activities on behalf of the brand.
• Mora Thavmata AssociationsignificantOthers · 1 January 2023Non-governmental charitable organization supporting premature babies at Makarios Hospital. Kawacom's pledged over 10,000 euros donation and P & Th Just Roasted covers expenses for 4-5 events organized by the association. CSR initiative involving all chain stores.
• RSVP ShopminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Event venue partner that hosted Kawacom's first CSR event in March 2023.
• Foody and WoltsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2022Third-party food delivery platforms making Kawacom's products available for delivery orders.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Paul's (Paul Café): French bakery-café chain with Mediterranean presence. Comparable in café/food retail format with coffee-led menu and franchise model, though stronger in bakery adjacent offerings and primarily operating in France, Greece, and select Mediterranean markets.

Direct peers

• Costa Coffee: UK-headquartered specialty coffee chain operating company-owned and franchise stores across Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Highly comparable franchise-led espresso bar model with similar store formats, drive-thru presence, and food/beverage mix serving daily coffee consumers.
• Caffè Nero: UK-based independent specialty coffee chain with strong European footprint, espresso-led menu, and franchise/company-owned store hybrid. Comparable in store atmosphere, premium positioning, and Mediterranean market presence.
• Mikel Coffee Company: Greek-founded espresso and coffee chain that has expanded across the Mediterranean including Cyprus, with company-owned and franchise stores. Direct head-to-head competitor in the Cyprus market with similar espresso-bar format and food adjuncts.
• Gloria Jean's Coffees: Global specialty coffee franchise operating in 40+ countries with a heavy franchise model and espresso-led menu. Closely comparable to Kawacom's in store format, franchise-driven unit economics, and small-footprint urban/suburban espresso bar positioning.
• Coffee Island: Greek specialty coffee chain with growing presence across Greece and the Mediterranean, operating its own retail footprint with espresso-led menu and packaged coffee products. Direct regional peer given overlapping Mediterranean customer base and similar premium-espresso positioning.

Emerging players

• % Arabica: Japan-origin specialty coffee brand rapidly expanding in Europe and the Middle East with minimalist espresso bars and direct-sourcing narrative. Comparable single-origin premium positioning and modern store aesthetic, though operates in higher-end urban locations.
• Blue Bottle Coffee: US specialty coffee roaster and café operator with direct-sourcing model and minimalist store design. Comparable in single-origin direct-trade espresso positioning and modern aesthetic, though primarily US/Japan/Korea focused and operating company-owned rather than franchise.

Broad incumbents

• Lavazza: Italian coffee roasting giant with retail café operations (Espresso Coffee Shops) and broad packaged coffee distribution. Comparable in espresso blending expertise and Italian-style café heritage, though primarily a brand/roaster rather than franchise store operator.
• Starbucks: Global coffee chain incumbent with stores in Cyprus and across the Mediterranean. Not a niche match but operates in the same category with overlapping customer segments; provides the competitive ceiling that Kawacom's must position against.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/17841402887095122
• Facebookfacebook.com/ipanemaespressocyprus
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kawacom-s-ipanema-espresso

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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