What does Third Wave do?

Third Wave Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee company based in India, founded in 2016 by Anirudh Sharma, Ayush Bathwal, and Sushant Goel. The company began as a café-roastery in Bengaluru's Koramangala neighborhood, aiming to introduce the "third wave" coffee movement to India. It emphasizes high-quality, ethically sourced beans that are roasted on-site. As of October 2024, Third Wave operates 114 cafés across six cities in India, with plans to expand to 160 locations by the end of the financial year and to open 80-100 new shops annually starting in 2025. The company focuses on farm-to-cup quality, light roasts that highlight single-origin flavors, and sustainable sourcing from South Indian farms. Third Wave offers a range of freshly roasted specialty coffee, including blends and single-origin options, along with a curated food menu designed to complement its coffee offerings. The cafés serve as both retail spaces and roasteries, promoting education about coffee origins and roasting techniques, while fostering a community atmosphere for coffee enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.