33&Brew raises funding from Optimistic Capital in a major boost for India’s evolving craft beer ecosystem. The vinyl-themed microbrewery has secured Rs 20 crore (around $2.2 million) in a Series A funding round, led by Optimistic Capital.
The fresh capital will be used primarily for construction, expansion, and scaling operations, as 33&Brew looks to strengthen its presence in Bengaluru’s highly competitive microbrewery market.
About 33&Brew: India’s First Vinyl-Themed Microbrewery
Founded in 2025 by Karthik Chandrasekaran, 33&Brew is positioned as India’s first vinyl-themed microbrewery, blending craft beer culture with analogue music nostalgia.
The brand draws inspiration from the 33⅓ RPM vinyl format, allowing guests to:
Choose vinyl records from a curated collection
Play music at their tables
Enjoy a personalised, immersive drinking experience
This unique concept helps 33&Brew stand out in a city known for its saturated brewery landscape.
Food & Beverage Concept
33&Brew offers a progressive Indian menu with global influences, developed in collaboration with celebrity chef Sabyasachi Gorai.
The menu is designed to complement the brewery’s craft beer portfolio while appealing to Bengaluru’s urban, experience-driven audience.
Why Optimistic Capital Invested in 33&Brew
Optimistic Capital is an owner-operator fund focused exclusively on the craft beer sector. The firm recently announced a Rs 200 crore beer-focused fund, aimed entirely at microbrewery investments.
Key highlights of Optimistic Capital’s strategy:
Rs 30 crore already deployed
Rs 170 crore to be invested over the next three years
Focus on high-margin, scalable microbrewery brands
Plans to invest in two more microbreweries in central Bengaluru
Investor base spans India, the Middle East, and Africa
Founder Edwin Daniel highlighted the fund’s innovative structure:
“Structuring this unique fixed-interval financial product in the microbrewery space has been incredibly exciting. By enabling small ticket sizes as a CAT-1 Angel fund, we’re democratizing access to high-potential investments and allowing everyday investors to participate in India’s booming craft beer revolution.”
What This Means for India’s Craft Beer Market
The fact that 33&Brew raises funding from Optimistic Capital signals:
Growing investor confidence in experience-led F&B brands
Rising demand for premium, differentiated microbrewery concepts
Increased institutional interest in India’s craft beer and hospitality sector
With a strong concept, focused expansion plans, and backing from a sector-specialist fund, 33&Brew is well-positioned to scale while maintaining its niche identity.
