Beverage

HappiTea, a speciality tea and beverage brand is planning to open 35 news stores by 2027 in India.

The brand entered the Indian market in early 2025 and launched its first outlets in Hyderabad in April 2026, followed by store openings in Pune and other cities.

The partnership will see Varun Beverages manufacture, distribute, and sell CALPIS in India through its extensive bottling and distribution network.

Third Wave Coffee has marked its entry into Eastern India with the launch of three new cafés across Kolkata, establishing the city as its regional hub for future growth. The expansion represents a significant milestone for the specialty coffee chain as it

The concept is inspired by Mumbai’s “cutting chai” culture, where smaller servings are commonly associated with affordability and convenience.

Venugopalan comes with an experience of over a decade in luxury hospitality and large-scale F&B operations

The new cafés opened simultaneously at AIPL Joy Central, Elan Epic Mall, and AIPL Business Club, positioning the brand across high-footfall retail destinations in Gurugram.

With the introduction of these smaller formats, Smoke Lab Vodka is not only catering to travel and gifting needs but also encouraging trial among first-time buyers.

Part of Indri’s broader strategy to expand in global travel retail, the City Series aims to celebrate iconic cities through exclusive Single Cask releases.

GLOBUS ANSA Private Limited attributes the launch’s success to combining Caribbean brewing heritage with Indian production expertise.