Global food products manufacturer Nestlé has launched its first Nespresso cafe in India. Spread over 2,000 sq ft, the outlet has come up at the Ambience Mall in Gurugram.
The Nespresso cafe will include the brand’s signature high-quality portioned coffee and will introduce their barista-style machines to the city.
Arjun Gehlot, Director, Ambience Group, said, “The opening of Nespresso at Ambience Mall is indicative of how consumption patterns in urban India are steadily evolving towards more refined and experience-driven choices.
Coffee today has become an expression of lifestyle and personal taste. Nespresso’s globally established format, combining high-quality coffee, advanced brewing systems, and a strong sustainability ethos, resonates well with this shift.
At Ambience, our approach is to curate brands that bring depth and differentiation to the retail experience. This launch not only strengthens our premium portfolio but also enhances the overall consumer journey within the mall.”
Known for delivering a luxury, café-like experience both at home and in-store, Nespresso has built its global identity around precision brewing, curated coffee blends, and a strong focus on sustainable sourcing practices.
The store is designed as an immersive retail format, enabling consumers to engage with Nespresso’s range of coffees and machines while discovering personalised coffee rituals.
Nespresso’s entry to India reflects the growing traction of premium coffee culture in urban India, where consumers are seeking quality, convenience, and consistency in everyday indulgences.
Editor’s Note
There are an estimated 4,000 coffee and premium tea cafés in India.
Global coffee chain Starbucks dominates with over 500 cafes while homegrown Barista Café Coffee Day has downsized from its peak 1,500 cafés to ~400 each currently.
Third Wave Coffee, Blue Tokai and Coca Cola Co owned Costa operate over 200 cafés each in India at the moment.
National tea chains such as Chaayos, Chai Point, Chai Sutta Bar and regional chains such as Chai Kings, Chaiwaale and Tea Post with 50 – 200 outlets each dot the premium tea-consumption market.
The current market size for café chains is estimated to be around INR 5,600 Cr and is expected to double to INR 11,500 Cr by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 8%.
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