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Co-Founders’ Note
Namaskara,

We’re Gayathri & Puneeth, the co-founders of Kote Coffee — a brand born at the intersection of tradition, purpose, and innovation.

As fourth-generation coffee planters, we carry forward a rich legacy of coffee cultivation from our family estate in Sakleshpur. Our coffee is shade-grown under sustainable agricultural practices, carefully handpicked, and thoughtfully curated to delight the true South Indian filter coffee enthusiast. For us, coffee is not just a business — it’s in our blood. With our own coffee pulper and drying machines on the estate, every step from bean to brew is overseen with devotion and precision.

Puneeth, with his roots in coffee and experience in tech, fintech, and startups, brings strategic vision, marketing expertise, and the drive that fuels Kote Coffee’s growth. He is the mind and momentum behind this venture.

Myself, Gayathri, am a sustainability consultant turned coffee entrepreneur, certified as an ESG Impact Leader by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, and a member of the National Association of Impact Leaders. My mission is to embed sustainability into every stage of the coffee journey — from soil to sip.

Together, we unite legacy and leadership, heart and mind, to build a brand that is authentic, responsible, and steeped in South Indian pride.

Join us in celebrating coffee that tells a story —
Sip the Spirit of Kote. Savor the Luxury.

With gratitude,
Gayathri Puneeth
Co-Founders, KOTE COFFEE

Our Roots and Inspiration

At the heart of Kote Coffee are our beloved parents, who take care of our family’s coffee estate in Sakleshpura with full dedication.

Mr.Bhogarajachar, our father, who worked for the Karnataka State Government for more than 35 years, today, he brings the same honesty, discipline, and hard work into looking after the estate and the coffee plants.

Smt. Divyashree, our mother, has been instrumental in managing the day-to-day estate work. She is the go-to person for all our estate labourers, looking after their needs and welfare while making sure the work runs smoothly.

Both of them are deeply connected to the villages of Sakleshpura and have a lifetime of knowledge about coffee cultivation. They are also always ready to learn and try new farming methods to improve quality and follow sustainable practices.

They are the strength behind our legacy — blending the wisdom of the past with openness to new ideas. For us, they are more than just parents; they are the living example of what it means to care for the land and the people who work on it, with both heart and respect.