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Optimistic Capital announces maiden investment in 33&Brew, plans expansion across Bengaluru
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Wednesday, 21 January, 2026, 15 : 00 PM [IST]
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Our Bureau, Bengaluru
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Optimistic Capital, India’s pioneering Rs 200 crore beer-focused investment fund, has announced its maiden investment in 33&Brew, India’s first vinyl-themed microbrewery, marking a significant step in its mission to scale the country’s rapidly evolving craft beer ecosystem.
33&Brew brings together innovative craft beer offerings with immersive music experiences, positioning itself as a differentiated destination for beer enthusiasts and vinyl culture aficionados. The investment underscores Optimistic Capital’s strategy of backing experiential, high-potential microbrewery concepts that align with changing urban consumer preferences.
Building on this initial investment, the fund has also revealed plans to invest in two additional microbreweries in central Bengaluru. These upcoming projects will feature collaborations with MasterChef winners and globally acclaimed brewers, aimed at delivering elevated brewing standards and curated food experiences. The move is expected to further strengthen Bengaluru’s reputation as India’s craft beer capital.
Optimistic capital has committed Rs 30 crore across these initial investments, while the remaining Rs 170 crore of the fund will be deployed over the next three years. Future investments will extend beyond taprooms to include bottling, kegging, and other craft beer-adjacent operations, supporting a more integrated and scalable value chain.
Structured as an owner-operator fund, Optimistic Capital is designed to capture the high-margin growth potential of India’s microbrewery sector. The fund has attracted high-value investors from India, the Middle East and Africa (MEA), and Africa, reflecting growing global interest in India’s premium beverage segment.
Commenting on the development, Edwin Daniel, Founder of Optimistic Capital, said the fund’s structure enables smaller ticket sizes under a Category-I Angel Fund, helping democratise access to microbrewery investments. The model also offers a fixed-interval financial product with periodic payouts, designed to hedge returns compared to traditional investment avenues.
The latest announcement reinforces optimistic capital’s vision to fuel scalable, professionally managed growth in India’s microbrewery ecosystem, driven by rising demand for premium, locally crafted beers and evolving consumer sophistication.
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