Seven Beans Coffee

What Seven Beans Coffee does

Seven Beans Coffee Company is a privately held, artisanal coffee producer operating a "crop-to-cup" model that integrates Indian coffee cultivation with Italian roasting expertise. The company was established in 2012 through a partnership between the Shetty family — multi-generational Indian coffee growers with five estates in Chikmagalur (Woddaegudda, Sathyanarayana, Sai Ashirwad, Balekhan, and Urubage) — and Dr. Dante Cagliari, a fourth-generation Italian roastmaster and founder of Caffè L'Antico. Operations span three sites: a 15,000 sq ft fully automated roastery in Chikmagalur, India (operational since 2015, equipped with Petroncini 180 kg/batch roasters, Campagnolo packaging with degassing valves, and OPEM capsuling machines at 100 capsules/minute), a corporate headquarters in Bangalore handling cold brew distribution, and a Modena, Italy facility with 120–150 tonnes/month capacity using STA and Vittoria roasters.

The product portfolio comprises single-origin Arabicas (Maley Monsoon Malabar, Nava, AAA Chikmagalur), signature blends (Mishta, Urja, Eka, Spresso), South Indian filter coffee with chicory (Urubage, Agumbe), ready-to-drink cold brews (Bangalore-only delivery in 200 ml and 500 ml formats), and curated brewing equipment including Bialetti moka pots, French presses, and traditional South Indian filters. Coffee is priced at Rs.360–700 per 250 g pack, with subscriptions of 4, 8, or 12 deliveries available at Rs.1,500–Rs.4,860.

Revenue is generated almost exclusively through direct-to-consumer e-commerce via the company's Shopify storefront at sevenbeans.co, supplemented by a small cold brew delivery operation in Bangalore. There is no retail distribution, no third-party reseller network, and no enterprise or B2B sales motion documented. The company is bootstrapped, founder-controlled, and operates with 11–50 employees. Marketing relies on content (brew guides, estate storytelling, Home Barista blog), email newsletters, and earned media in Indian outlets such as LiveMint, GQ India, and Condé Nast Traveller, with no observed paid acquisition channels.

Name

Seven Beans Coffee

Legal name

Seven Beans Coffee Company

Website

https://sevenbeans.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Seven Beans Coffee Company is a privately held, Indian-Italian joint venture that produces artisanal, crop-to-cup specialty coffee from five Chikmagalur estates, roasted under a fourth-generation Italian roastmaster and sold direct-to-consumer via its own e-commerce store.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Roasted Coffee

NAICS

Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Coffee (Roasted, Ground, Whole Bean) (CRADAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Coffee & Tea (Single-Origin, Micro-lot, Premium) Processing (AFAFADAJ), Tea, Coffee & Cocoa Farming (Beverage Specialty Crops) (AFAGAGAG), Coffee & Tea Concentrates (Liquid, Extracts, Syrups) (AFAFAGAC), Specialty Coffee & Tea Retail (Beans, Leaves, Accessories) (CRAHAGAI)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee beans
• Single origin coffee
• Coffee roasting services
• Coffee subscriptions
• Brewing equipment retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Coffee Product Sales: Direct sales of roasted coffee beans and ground coffee in various formats (whole bean, espresso, French press, Moka pot, etc.). Includes single-origin Arabicas, blends, and South Indian filter coffee with chicory.
2. Coffee Subscriptions: Recurring subscription model delivering freshly roasted coffee on a scheduled basis. Options include 4, 8, or 12 delivery plans with pricing from Rs.1,500 to Rs.4,860.
3. Brewing Equipment Sales: Sale of brewing equipment including South Indian coffee filters, Bialetti Moka pots, and French press. Premium Italian equipment brands retailed alongside own-brand accessories.
4. Ready-to-Drink Cold Brew: Ready-to-drink cold brew beverages in 200ml and 500ml sizes. Currently delivered within Bangalore only. Includes Eka, Mishta, and Urja cold brew variants.
5. Drinkware and Accessories: Sale of coffee drinkware including cappuccino cups, espresso sets, and latte mugs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Seven Beans Coffee Company is an artisanal crop-to-cup coffee venture that sources beans from its own estates in Chikmagalur, India, roasts them using traditional Italian techniques under 4th generation Italian roastmaster Dr. Dante Cagliari, and sells single-origin Arabicas, Arabica-Robusta blends, South Indian filter coffees with chicory, ready-to-drink cold brews, Bialetti brewing equipment, drinkware, and recurring coffee subscriptions directly to consumers through its own e-commerce storefront at sevenbeans.co.

Product overview

Seven Beans Coffee Company is an artisanal 'crop-to-cup' venture between Indian Coffee Growers and Italian Roasters, combining Indian-grown coffee from Chikmagalur estates with traditional Italian roasting techniques developed by Dr. Dante Cagliari. The product portfolio centers on premium gourmet coffees including single-origin Arabicas (Maley Monsoon Malabar, Nava, Arabica AAA), specialty blends (Mishta, Urja, Eka, Spresso), and traditional South Indian filter coffees (Urubage, Agumbe with chicory). The company offers brewing equipment including South Indian coffee filters, Bialetti moka pots and French presses, and drinkware. Additional offerings include ready-to-drink cold brews (Eka, Mishta, Urja variants) available in Bangalore, and coffee subscription plans (4, 8, or 12 deliveries) for freshly roasted coffee delivered to customers. The roastery operates in Chikmagalur, India using Italian technology, with coffee sourced from company-owned estates.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Caffé L'Antico: Dr. Dante Cagliari's Italian coffee brand, rebranded from San Paulo roastery in 2000, part of the partnership with Seven Beans Coffee Company

Products and services

• Maley Monsoon Malabar Coffee Medium Dark Roast single-origin Arabica specialty coffee from the Monsoon Malabar region with low acidity and dark chocolate and malt tasting notes; roasted using traditional Italian techniques for Indian specialty coffee drinkers.
• Nava – Arabica Peaberry & Robusta Blend Medium Dark Roast blend combining Arabica Peaberry and Robusta, delivering dark chocolate, roasted almond, and raisin notes with balanced strength and smoothness for espresso and filter coffee.
• Arabica | AAA Single Origin Chikmagalur Coffee 100% Arabica single-origin coffee from Chikmagalur estates, available in Dark or Medium roast profiles, featuring smoky oak and bitter chocolate notes (Dark) or citrus and ginger notes (Medium).
• Mishta – Specialty Coffee Blend Specialty coffee blend featuring Arabica (including Monsooned Malabar) and Robusta, delivering blueberry and burnt caramel notes with smooth, low acidity; Medium Roast crafted for balanced sweetness and aroma.
• Urja – Medium Dark Roast Coffee Medium Dark Roast Arabica and Robusta blend crafted by 4th generation Italian roastmaster Dr. Dante Cagliari, featuring dark chocolate and roasted peanut notes with full body and smooth finish.
• Eka – Medium Dark Roast Coffee Medium Dark Roast Arabica and Robusta blend crafted by Italian roastmaster Dr. Dante Cagliari, featuring earthy, pepper, and walnut tasting notes with bold, smooth profile for everyday brewing.
• Urubage South Indian Filter Coffee Powder Traditional South Indian filter coffee powder with 80% coffee and 20% chicory ratio, coarsely ground for authentic filter coffee decoction.
• Agumbe South Indian Filter Coffee Powder Dark Roast South Indian filter coffee powder with 70% coffee and 30% chicory ratio, rich and intense flavor and aroma for traditional filter coffee preparation.
• Woddae Coffee Coffee product sourced from Woddaegudda estate in Chikmagalur.
• Spresso – Whole Beans Medium Dark Roast Arabica and Robusta Italian blend designed for café-style espresso with thick crema; whole beans optimized for espresso machines, moka pots, French press, and AeroPress.
• Eka – Cold Brew Ready-to-drink cold brew made from Eka blend; full-bodied with rich flavor, prepared by soaking coffee grounds for 12-24 hours, available in 200ml and 500ml. Currently delivering within Bangalore only.
• Mishta – Cold Brew Ready-to-drink cold brew featuring sweet, delicate body with bright aftertaste; best paired with confectionery and desserts. Currently delivering within Bangalore only.
• Urja – Cold Brew Ready-to-drink cold brew made from Urja blend. Currently delivering within Bangalore only.
• South Indian Coffee Filter (Stainless Steel) Traditional stainless steel decoction maker for South Indian filter coffee; 250ml capacity (2-4 cups), rust-resistant and durable for daily use.
• Bialetti® Moka Express Classic Italian aluminum moka pot for stovetop espresso preparation featuring the iconic eight-sided design for perfect heat diffusion; available in 3-cup and 6-cup sizes.
• Bialetti® Mini Express Set Compact Bialetti moka pot with innovative direct-to-cup dispensing system; includes coffee maker and two cups, designed for on-the-go coffee preparation.
• Bialetti® Coffee Press Preziosa Stainless steel French press with 18/10 quality and glass cylinder featuring the iconic l'Omino cutout symbol; available in 350ml and 1000ml capacities.
• Cappuccino Cup & Saucer Porcelain cappuccino cup and saucer set for serving café-style cappuccinos at home.
• Espresso Cup & Saucer Set Espresso cup and saucer set for serving traditional espresso drinks.
• Latte Mug Set Mug set designed for serving lattes and other milk-based coffee drinks.
• Combo – Eka with Espresso Cup Set Bundle offering Eka coffee paired with an espresso cup set for a complete home brewing experience.
• Coffee Subscription (4, 8, or 12 deliveries) Recurring coffee subscription delivering freshly roasted coffee to customers' doorsteps on a scheduled basis; available in 4-delivery (Rs.1,500-Rs.1,620), 8-delivery (Rs.3,040-Rs.3,240), and 12-delivery (Rs.4,560-Rs.4,860) plans for Indian coffee enthusiasts seeking convenience and freshness.

Quantifiable outcome

• Complete vertical integration from seed to cup ensures consistent quality and freshness
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Dr. Dante Cagliari / Caffé L'AnticoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Exclusive partnership between Indian founders Abhijit & Advith Shetty and Italian roastmaster Dr. Dante Cagliari (4th generation roaster, founder of Caffé L'Antico). Dr. Cagliari developed signature blends, oversees production techniques, and provides strategic direction. His 50+ years of experience and family legacy spanning 4 generations from 1880 brings Italian roasting mastery to Indian coffee. Partnership formalized in 2012 to open roastery in India.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Starbucks India (Tata): Operates the largest premium coffee retail footprint in India and sells packaged beans via retail; competes for premium consumer mindshare and HoReCa visibility that Seven Beans currently lacks.
• illy (caffè): Premium Italian espresso brand with broad global distribution across retail and foodservice; comparable on Italian roasting pedigree, espresso-led blends, and premium price positioning.
• Café Coffee Day: India's largest coffee chain with integrated bean and equipment retail; sets the mass-market context for Seven Beans' premium positioning and competes for the same Indian coffee-drinking household.
• Lavazza: Italian heritage coffee company with global retail and foodservice distribution; comparable on Italian roasting expertise and premium positioning, with Caffè L'Antico and Seven Beans positioned as a smaller craft analogue.

Direct peers

• Third Wave Coffee Roasters: Indian specialty coffee chain combining café retail with packaged beans and subscriptions; competes with Seven Beans for premium home-brewing and gifting consumers in India.
• Sleepy Owl Coffee: Indian D2C specialty coffee brand focused on cold brew RTD and ground coffee subscriptions; closest direct competitor in the e-commerce, subscription, and cold-brew format that Seven Beans also pursues.
• Rage Coffee: India-based premium instant and specialty coffee D2C brand with strong content marketing and subscriptions; comparable on premium positioning and online-first GTM motion.
• Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters: India's largest specialty D2C coffee roaster with owned estates, café outlets, and a subscription model — directly comparable on crop-to-cup positioning, e-commerce distribution, and Indian single-origin focus.

Regional players

• Kaapi Royale (Café Paris): Indian specialty coffee company with long history in South Indian filter coffee and bean retail; directly comparable on South Indian filter coffee formats (Urubage, Agumbe) and Indian D2C distribution.

Others

• Bialetti Industrie: Italian manufacturer of Moka pots and coffee makers that Seven Beans retails directly; relevant peer as a partner/ecosystem relationship and adjacent point of comparison for Italian coffee equipment retail.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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