1. Choose Your Business Scale

• Small Roastery: 3–5kg roaster
• Growing Business: 10–15kg roaster
• Commercial Production: 25kg+ roaster

Start with a capacity that matches your expected sales volume.

2. Get the Required Licenses

✔ GST Registration
✔ FSSAI License
✔ UDYAM Registration
✔ Trademark (Recommended)

3. Source Quality Green Coffee

Buy from trusted Indian coffee-growing regions such as:

• Chikmagalur
• Coorg
• Araku Valley
• Wayanad
• Monsooned Malabar suppliers

4. Invest in the Right Equipment

A basic setup includes:

• Coffee Roaster
• Destoner
• Packaging Machine
• Sealer
• Moisture & Quality Testing Tools

Your roaster is the most important investment.

5. Learn the Basics of Roasting

Understand:

• Drying Phase
• First Crack
• Development Time
• Roast Profiles

Consistent roasting leads to repeat customers.

6. Build Your Brand

Create:

• A professional logo
• Attractive packaging
• A website and social media presence
• A unique coffee story

People buy brands, not just coffee.

7. Start Selling

Sell through:

• Your own website
• Instagram & LinkedIn
• Cafés and restaurants
• Corporate clients
• Coffee subscriptions

Final Tip

Start small, focus on quality, and build a strong brand. A reliable coffee roaster, good coffee beans, and consistent roasting will set the foundation for long-term success.

The future of coffee in India is bright—and there has never been a better time to start roasting.