About Kokee Tea Franchise
Kokee Tea is a specialty bubble tea and beverage franchise that serves a variety of handcrafted tea drinks, fruit beverages, and boba creations.
The brand caters to the rapidly growing demand for premium, customizable tea drinks, offering customers a wide selection of flavors, toppings, and preparation styles in a modern, inviting setting.
With a franchise fee of $25,000, Kokee Tea provides a competitive entry into the booming bubble tea franchise market.
Kokee Tea Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$147K
Average Investment
$354K
Maximum Investment
$560K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $1,000 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $147,250 – $559,750 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $147K–$560K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.0%) and marketing fee ($1,000) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (1) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Lease Deposit | $5,000 | $30,000 |
| Construction & Build Out Costs (3) | $40,000 | $300,000 |
| Fixtures & equipment | $29,000 | $60,000 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Advertising (6) | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Initial Training (7) | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds (8) | $34,000 | $34,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of original Franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | $12,500 |
| Audit Fee | Payable to Franchisor only if You fail to provide requisite financial and other |
| Local Marketing Fee | 1% Monthly Gross Revenues (3) |
| Interest and Penalty On Late Payments | Varies from state to state; maximum 2% |
| Insurance | $300 |
| Insufficient Funds (NSF) Fee | $50 |
| Operation of the Franchised Business in Case of Your Default | $425 |
| Noncompliance | $200 |
| Successor Agreement Fee | $2,000.00 |
| Liquidated Damages (4) | Liquidated damages will be twice the amount of actual damages, and if there are |
| Lease Deposit | $5,000 |
| Construction & Build Out Costs (3) | $40,000 |
| Fixtures & equipment | $29,000 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,250 |
| Initial Training (7) | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds (8) | $34,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 72 hours classroom |
| Classroom Training | 72 hours |
| Training Location | Chantilly, VA |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Kokee Tea Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Kokee Tea does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Kokee Tea does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Kokee Tea Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordKokee Tea has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Kokee Tea System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
2
Kokee Tea currently operates 1 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2019 | 9 | 10 | |
| 2020 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2020 | 4 | 8 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 6 | 15 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2021 | 1 | 3 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 1 | 15 |
Kokee Tea Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Kokee Tea franchise ranges from $147,250 to $559,750, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Kokee Tea charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales, plus a $1,000 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Kokee Tea Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Kokee Tea to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Kokee Tea does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Kokee Tea has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $147,250-$559,750, a 5.0% royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $25,000.00 and the total investment ranges from $147,250 to $559,750 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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