Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Coffee Culture Brewing in Nepal, a Tea-Loving Nation
In Nepal, where people usually drink tea, coffee is becoming popular.
New coffee shops are opening up, and more people are trying coffee, even though it costs more than tea.
A coffee shop called Himalayan Java started the trend.
Now, farmers in tea-growing areas are also growing coffee.
Even though Nepal still produces a lot more tea, the amount of coffee being grown and drunk is increasing.
Coffee consumption is rising in Nepal, traditionally a tea-drinking country.
Trendy cafes are appearing in cities and towns, led by Himalayan Java.
Coffee is more expensive than tea, but cafes attract various customers.
Eastern Nepal, known for tea, is also seeing coffee plantations emerge.
Nepal produced 400 tons of coffee in 2021-22, compared to 26,000 tons of tea, with predictions of growth.
- Who
- Nepalis, including young and old people.
- What
- Growing coffee culture in Nepal.
- When
- The trend is currently growing.
- Where
- Nepal.
- Why
- Nepalis are seeking novel flavors and adopting international trends.
Traditional Tea Culture
Emerging Coffee Culture
Beverage Preferences
Traditional Tea Culture
Nepal is a major tea producer and consumer. Tea is a constant presence.
Emerging Coffee Culture
Coffee consumption is rising as an alternative.
- Coffee Production (FY 2021-22)
- 400 tons
- Tea Production (FY 2021-22)
- 26,000 tons
- Himalayan Java locations
- 84
- Approximate number of cafes
- 7,000
- Cost of coffee at Himalayan Java
- $2