Established
2014
Franchise Units
00
Minimum Investment
$144,000
Franchise Fee
$39,500
Total Investment Range
$280,600
Home Based
No
Description
Discover Bee & Tea, a premium tea café franchise offering a unique, modern twist on classic tea culture. With an emphasis on quality ingredients, community-focused ambiance, and innovative beverage offerings, Bee & Tea has carved out a standout position in the growing U.S. specialty tea market. Boasting expertly curated menus—ranging from artisanal loose-leaf teas to tea-infused snacks and seasonal specialty drinks—it caters to health-conscious consumers, tea lovers, remote workers looking for serene café spaces, and families seeking delightful beverage experiences.
Praised for its inviting décor, Instagram-worthy presentation, and unwavering commitment to sustainability, Bee & Tea blends nostalgic and contemporary vibes to deliver an elevated tea café experience. The brand thrives on customer loyalty, creating “third-place” environments where customers relish great taste amid cozy comfort.
Why Invest in This Franchise?
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High-growth niche: Specialty tea cafés are expanding rapidly in the U.S.—growing consumer demand for quality, wellness-driven beverages provides strong tailwinds.
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Distinctive brand positioning: Bee & Tea stands out through sleek aesthetics, premium tea sourcing, seasonal offerings, and eco-friendly practices.
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Proven systems: A mature franchise model with operational manuals, supplier networks, and design blueprints reduces risk and streamlines launch.
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Scalable model: Suitable for standalone cafés, mall kiosks, or drive-thru venues, in urban, suburban, or college-town settings.
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Customer loyalty: A brand built on repeat visits, loyalty programs, and social media buzz supports long-term growth.
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Resilience: Positioned well beyond standard fast food, Bee & Tea taps into premium, wellness, café, and lifestyle trends—strong fundamentals for economic variability.
Background
Bee & Tea is on a mission to make boba tea a mainstream favorite. With vibrant, urban storefronts, we bring top-quality Taiwanese boba milk tea to every guest, offering a wide variety of flavors, sweetness levels, and toppings to create a personalized drink experience. Alongside our signature beverages, we serve mouthwatering bao in a modern, stylish setting.
Founded in 2014 by franchise industry leaders behind brands like Forever Yogurt and CrowdFranchise, Bee & Tea is poised to quickly become a frontrunner in the boba tea market, offering strong branding and exciting franchising opportunities.
Established: 2014
First Unit Franchised: 2014
Franchised Units: 0
Company-Owned Units: 1
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: Yes
Support Training
Pre-Launch Support
Site Selection: We assist in identifying high-footfall locations, from shopping malls to urban street-fronts.
Build-out Guidance: Detailed assistance with our signature "minimalist-chic" interior design and eco-friendly construction materials.
Operational Training
The "Hive" Training Program: A comprehensive 80-hour program (40 hours classroom, 40 hours on-the-job) at our corporate headquarters. You’ll learn everything from tea-steeping techniques to inventory management.
POS & Tech Support: Full training on our proprietary Point of Sale systems to track sales, labor, and waste in real-time.
Marketing & Ongoing Help
Grand Opening Blast: A dedicated marketing strategy to ensure your first day is a "buzz-worthy" event.
Co-Operative Advertising: Access to professionally designed digital assets, social media templates, and local marketing strategies.
R&D: Our corporate chefs are constantly innovating, bringing new seasonal flavors and functional smoothies to your menu to keep customers coming back.
Ideal Candidate
Entrepreneurial Passion: Someone enthusiastic about café culture, wellness, specialty beverages, and delivering premium customer experiences.
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Business Background: Ideal candidates may come from hospitality, retail, foodservice, or small-business backgrounds. Strong operational or management experience is a plus.
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Investment Capability: Prepared to allocate the required capital (see Financials below), with a comfortable buffer for working capital.
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Community-Focused: Enjoys fostering local engagement, whether through neighborhood outreach, partnerships, or social media community building.
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Adaptable & Driven: Able to execute consistent standards across locations, open to feedback, quick learner, and committed to brand success.
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Location Preferences: Urban and suburban centers with strong foot traffic—shopping centers, college campuses, business districts, and residential mixed-use developments.
Financial Detail
- Cash Investment: $50,000
- Total Investment: $144,000 – $280,600
- Minimum Net Worth: $100,000
- Franchise Fee: $39,500
- Royalty Fee: 6%
- Advertising Fee: 2%
- Average Number of Employees: 3–5
- Passive Ownership Allowed: Yes
- Home-Based: No
- B2B Opportunities: No
- Master Franchise Opportunities: Yes