Given the growing population of India, it is a natural supply advantage. Hence, the scope for growth of food and beverage companies is also on the rise. Moreover, food processing is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. Considering that our country is a mass producer of many raw ingredients, brands in this industry have a significant advantage.
Additionally, India’s geographic location also comes as a significant benefit. Connecting to Africa, the Middle East and Europe opens up several export venues. Looking at the numbers, India's food and beverage industry is expected to reach USD 1.42 trillion by 2025. Vast opportunities in the industry lie in food processing, retail, transport, logistics and infrastructure.
The beverage industry significantly adds to the economy, generating $5.6 billion annually. But, unarguably, tea and coffee hold the topmost position here in terms of growth. So let’s have a look at these companies in detail.
Here are the top 5 food and beverage brands in India:
Brooke Bond
Starting with a top performer in the category, Brooke Bond is a tea brand owned by the Hindustan Unilever Group. For over 90+ years, this parent company has been India’s largest FMCG company. It houses more than 50 brands across various categories.
One of these brands, Brooke Bond, is one of the largest-selling tea brands in India. Its ideology focuses on bringing people together over a cup of tasty tea. Brooke Bond aims to offer an irresistible taste to Indian families. Only the top-quality tea leaves make it to the Brooke Bond packets to provide only the best for its consumers.
For years, the Brooke Bond label has been synonymous with spreading warmth and cheer and making the world more welcoming. Currently, the brand offers two variants of teas in the Indian market: Brooke Bond Red Label Strong Blend Tea and Brooke Bond Red Label Natural Care Tea.
Get in touch with a Brooke Bond Store today
McDonald's
Now, of course, it is no new information that this brand has set an exemplary record of success in the Indian market. Wherever you go, you are sure to come across an McD outlet. Starting in 1954, this brand has become a top favourite in the food and beverages industry.
This popular restaurant chain first entered the Indian market in 1996. And, how time flies. Today, it’s been over 26 years of this journey, with about 480 Mcdonalds' outlets in the Indian market.
Globally, McDonald’s targets families with young kids, but in India, the focus is more on teenagers and young adults. Likewise, several changes have been made in many areas to cater to the Indian market.
The most significant alteration from the company is the development of a localised menu for the Indian audience. The aloo tikki burger has been exceptional, followed by the Mc Maharaja. The restaurant chain aims to expand its footprint in the next decade with more outlets and new product innovations.
Get in touch with a Mcdonalds' Store today
Mother Dairy
Commissioned in 1974 as a wholly owned subsidiary, Mother Dairy is an initiative under Operation Flood. Over the years, the company has significantly contributed to achieving its objectives with various programs and innovations.
Today, the company is marketing and selling milk and milk products. Their product portfolio includes cultured products, paneer, ice creams and ghee. In addition, their diversification also extends to frozen vegetables, pulses, fruits and vegetables, edible oils and processed foods.
Standing true to its cause of support, Mother Dairy procures its requirements of liquid milk from village-level farmers and dairy cooperatives. Following equitable processes, Mother Dairy vouchers empower milk producers and farmers.
Happy Food, Happy People is the brand tagline that captures what Mother Diary stands for. With its range of pure and hygienic offerings, Mother Dairy aims to bring happiness to every individual.
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Tata Tea
Tata Tea first began its journey 35 years ago at a time when entering into this market was a high-risk proposition. But, making the most of an opportunity, Tata Tea has grown by leaps and bounds today.
Today, its positioning goes beyond being just a cup of tea. Backed by the ideologies and values of the Tata Group, this brand aims to be the fresh start of a day for millions of Indians. With various regional brands and an extensive range of variants, Tata Tea crafts products to meet the regional requirements of customers by catering to the diversity of India.
With its landmark ‘Jaago Re’ campaign, the brand has achieved brilliant positioning with a distinct voice. It urges the Indian audience to awaken and voice their opinions aloud.
Currently, the product portfolio includes Tata Tea Premium, Tata Tea Agni, Tata Tea Tulsi Green, Tata Tea Gold, Tata Tea Kanan Devan, Tata Tea Gemini, Tata Tea Chakra Gold and 1863 by Tata.
Along with Tata Tea, the Tata group also houses other tea brands, including Tetley, Goodearth, Teapigs, Vitax and Jeokels.
Connect with a Tata Tea Store today for more information.
Zantye’s
This brand is now synonymous with Goan cashews for all the right reasons. This journey of the dry fruit with Goa began almost 450 years ago when the Portuguese missionaries first brought the cashew plant to the Goan lands. Eventually, this opportunity grew and attracted various local business people.
Shri Ganesh Mahadeo Prabhu Zantye was among the entrepreneurs who started a household business of ground-roasting cashew and sold them in the markets of Mumbai and Karachi. Gradually, with the implementation of other technological developments, the scope of this business increased.
Today, we know this company as Zantye. Especially from 1942 through 1943, this company proliferated, achieving several milestones. However, after the liberation of Goa, this market and business only saw the glory and remains one of the top-performing companies in this category to date.
Currently, Zantye’s offers Cahsew pepper, cashew salted, spicy, dry salted cashews and chilly garlic cashews. Additionally, there are also classic and drum-roasted cashew nuts on offer. Other product categories include Almonds and Pista, and other cashew delicacies.
Want to know more? Speak with a Zantye Store today.