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Southern Iced Tea Sensation HTeaO Brewing Up Franchise Success and Community Connections

Gary HutchensGary and Kim HutchensHTeaOFree Rein Coffee CompanyKim Hutchens
Tuesday 9th July, 2024
Southern Iced Tea Sensation HTeaO Brewing Up Franchise Success and Community Connections

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HTeaO: How the Beloved Iced Tea Concept is Brewing Success and Community Connections

  • HTeaO has doubled its unit count from 63 to 128 locations in just 18 months, showcasing rapid growth in the franchise industry.
  • The brand's systemwide sales reached an impressive $51 million in 2022, reflecting its commitment to quality and customer experience.
  • HTeaO maintains a strong average unit volume of $1.35 million in 2022, highlighting its appeal and viability in the market.
HTeaO, the beloved iced tea concept sweeping the southern United States, has recently made a splash in the franchise industry. Founded by the dynamic duo Gary and Kim Hutchens, the brand has seen exponential growth, doubling its unit count from 63 to 128 locations in just 18 months.

With over 100 stores currently under construction, HTeaO is quickly becoming a household name in the region, offering a wide array of refreshing iced tea flavors and customizable sweetness levels to cater to every palate. The brand's commitment to quality and customer experience is evident in its impressive systemwide sales, which reached an impressive $51 million in 2022.

While HTeaO is open to partnering with larger franchisees, the Hutchens emphasize the importance of maintaining a personal guest experience at each location. In a strategic move to diversify its offerings, HTeaO recently teamed up with the Free Rein Coffee Company to introduce coffee to its menu, delighting customers with even more beverage options.

The success of HTeaO's new locations is evident, with an average unit volume of $1.35 million in 2022, showcasing the brand's strong appeal and viability in the market. Emphasizing community engagement as a key sales driver, HTeaO actively participates in events, giveaways, and partnerships with local organizations to truly connect with its customer base.

As HTeaO continues to expand its reach and offerings, it is clear that this innovative brand is not just brewing tea – it's brewing success and community connections one sip at a time.

Key Facts:

Brand NameHTeaO
FoundersGary and Kim Hutchens
Unit Count GrowthDoubled from 63 to 128 locations in 18 months
Stores Under ConstructionOver 100
Systemwide Sales in 2022$51 million
Average Unit Volume in 2022$1.35 million
Product OfferingsWide array of iced tea flavors with customizable sweetness levels; introduced coffee through partnership with Free Rein Coffee Company
Franchise ApproachOpen to partnering with larger franchisees but emphasizes personal guest experience at each location
Community EngagementActively participates in events, giveaways, and partnerships with local organizations

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