Until the early 2000s, coffee was seen as an export commodity in India as is the norm in many producing countries. What has shifted since then? Aside from dedicated cafes and spaces that have allowed people to broaden their coffee horizons, travellers have brought back their experiences and expectations with the brew.
The launch of India’s first accredited speciality coffee premier training institute signifies that the country is entering the global coffee scene, not just as a grower or exporter but as a curious and conscious consumer