Drickle Raises ₹6 Crore in Seed Funding to Expand Its Coffee-First Beverage Chain in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, January 13, 2026 — Drickle (formerly BONOMI), a Bengaluru-based coffee-first quick service restaurant (QSR) brand, has raised nearly ₹6 crore in seed funding through an equity round backed by a group of angel investors and industry operators.

The round saw participation from Param Kandhari, Naresh Krishnaswamy, Abhinav Mathur, Hemanshu Jain, Vinay Bhopatkar, Vaibhav Sisinty, Dalvir Suri, and Rishit Jhunjhunwala. Notably, entrepreneur and journalist Shaili Chopra also invested through Ideabaaz.

This follows Drickle’s earlier ₹5.3 crore funding round in April 2025, with an additional ₹50 lakh extension also led by Ideabaaz, marking continued investor confidence in the brand’s scalable QSR model.

Fueling Expansion and Brand Growth

The company said the new capital will be used to expand Drickle’s café network in Bengaluru, strengthen backend manufacturing capabilities, build leadership and operations teams, and invest in marketing and brand visibility.

“We’re focused on building a scalable, profitable, and distinctly Indian beverage QSR brand,” said Rahul Nijhawann, Co-founder of Drickle. “With this funding, we’ll accelerate expansion across Bengaluru and refine our operational backbone to support future growth.”

Founded by Rahul Nijhawann and Vardhman Jain, Drickle is reimagining India’s café culture through a coffee-first, value-conscious model designed for high-frequency urban consumption.

A Compact, Cluster-Based Format for Urban India

Drickle currently operates seven compact-format outlets across Bengaluru, each spanning 150–200 sq. ft. The brand uses a clustered outlet model, focusing on high-density micromarkets to encourage repeat visits and increase customer engagement.

Operating within an affordable ₹100–₹150 price range, Drickle aims to make specialty coffee and global beverages accessible to a broader audience. Its menu features freshly brewed flavored coffees, along with matcha, boba, and Thai tea options, appealing to both coffee loyalists and experimental consumers.

“Our compact stores allow us to optimize rentals, staffing, and speed of service,” added Vardhman Jain, Co-founder of Drickle. “We’re not just selling beverages; we’re building a high-frequency coffee habit for the modern Indian consumer.”

Technology-Led Backend and Manufacturing Advantage

Unlike traditional coffee chains that rely on expensive espresso machines and imported ingredients, Drickle has built its own backend manufacturing facility in Bengaluru.

This unit produces coffee brewing solutions and key ingredients in-house, enabling the company to:

• Maintain quality control and consistent flavor profiles,

• Operate asset-light outlets,

• Reduce equipment dependency, and

• Improve gross margins across the supply chain.

The brand’s in-house product development also allows it to innovate quickly and launch new beverage variants tailored to India’s evolving tastes.

Blending Affordability, Quality, and Scalability

Drickle’s differentiated model—compact stores, in-house manufacturing, and high operational efficiency—positions it as one of the most promising beverage QSR startups in India’s fast-growing coffee market.

The brand caters to a new generation of consumers seeking premium café experiences without premium prices, combining craft coffee quality with quick-service convenience.

With India’s café and specialty beverage industry witnessing rapid growth, especially among young urban professionals, Drickle aims to become a category-defining brand by focusing on scalability, consistency, and product innovation.

About Drickle

Drickle is a Bengaluru-based beverage QSR brand focused on delivering freshly brewed, coffee-first experiences at accessible price points. Founded by Rahul Nijhawann and Vardhman Jain, the company blends craftsmanship, technology, and efficiency to make quality beverages available to every neighborhood.

Operating under a compact, asset-light outlet model, Drickle manufactures its own brewing solutions and ingredients, ensuring consistent quality and strong unit economics. The brand’s growing footprint and loyal consumer base reflect its commitment to redefining India’s coffee culture.

Key Highlights

• Funding: ₹6 crore seed funding (equity round)

• Lead Investors: Param Kandhari, Naresh Krishnaswamy, Abhinav Mathur, Hemanshu Jain, Vinay Bhopatkar, Vaibhav Sisinty, Dalvir Suri, Rishit Jhunjhunwala

• Additional Investor: Shaili Chopra via Ideabaaz

• Founders: Rahul Nijhawann & Vardhman Jain

• Headquarters: Bengaluru

• Outlets: 7 across Bengaluru, targeting high-frequency micromarkets

• Price Range: ₹100–₹150

• Previous Funding: ₹5.3 crore + ₹50 lakh extension (April 2025)

• Focus: Coffee-first QSR model, in-house manufacturing, scalable operations