Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, India’s largest specialty coffee company, has entered the GCC market with its first UAE café at BurJuman Mall in Dubai, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion journey and endeavour to take India’s highest scoring coffees to coffee lovers around the world.
Founded in 2013, Blue Tokai has played a defining role in India’s modern coffee movement, reshaping how a new generation experiences coffee through a focus on quality, transparency and traceability. What started with a simple goal of making freshly roasted Indian coffee more accessible, has since grown into the country’s leading specialty coffee brand. Today, Blue Tokai operates more than 250 cafés, three roasteries, and partners directly with over 80 coffee farms across India, while also enjoying an established presence in Tokyo, Japan.
The new Dubai café brings Blue Tokai’s farm-to-cup approach to the UAE, connecting customers with the origins and stories behind every cup. The menu features single-estate coffees from across India, seasonal offerings and signature blends, alongside multiple brewing methods that allow guests to explore different flavour profiles. Additionally, guests can enjoy freshly prepared food, pastries and baked goods in a warm, contemporary space designed for everyday rituals, meetings and social gatherings.
“India has a remarkable coffee heritage, yet its potential as a specialty coffee origin is only now gaining global recognition. Over the last 13 years, Blue Tokai has been committed to strengthening the connection between coffee producers and consumers, while creating spaces where people can discover the craft, stories and diversity behind every cup. Entering the UAE marks an important milestone in our journey. The vibrant café culture, diverse community and appreciation for thoughtfully crafted experiences make it an ideal gateway as we build meaningful connections with customers across the region,” said Shivam Shahi, Co-Founder and COO, Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters.
Through its partnership with Ambrosia Gulf, a platform dedicated to launching and growing innovative food brands across the GCC, Blue Tokai combines its expertise in sourcing and roasting with strong local market knowledge, creating a foundation for long-term growth in the UAE and wider GCC.
“Dubai continues to attract brands that bring distinctive stories, innovation and new experiences to consumers. Blue Tokai’s strong heritage and commitment to craftsmanship make it well positioned for this market. Through our partnership, we look forward to supporting the brand’s growth journey and creating opportunities for more consumers to discover the depth and diversity of Indian coffee,” said Vishwaroop Narain, Executive Chairman, Ambrosia Gulf.
The brand is set to accelerate its presence in the country. A second UAE location is already planned, signalling further expansion as Blue Tokai builds its footprint across the GCC.
