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The Economics of a ₹3 Lakh Tea Business
We break down the actual P&L of an INKOTEA kiosk — revenue, costs, margins, and the path to break-even.
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INKOTEA Editorial
Published 28 March 2026
Most aspiring entrepreneurs overestimate revenue and underestimate costs. Here's the honest math behind a tea kiosk.
Daily revenue (illustrative)
| Category | Cups/Day | Avg Price | Revenue | |---|---|---|---| | Signature Tea | 200 | ₹25 | ₹5,000 | | Coffee | 60 | ₹50 | ₹3,000 | | Coolers & Shakes | 30 | ₹100 | ₹3,000 | | Snacks | 40 | ₹50 | ₹2,000 | | Total | | | ₹13,000 |
Monthly P&L outline
- Gross revenue: ~₹3.9L
- COGS (35%): ~₹1.36L
- Rent + utilities: ~₹40K
- Staff (2): ~₹35K
- Net profit: ₹1L – ₹1.5L
Numbers vary by location. Some INKOTEA kiosks recover their investment in 8 months.
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