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How Much Does a BrewDog Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A BrewDog franchise costs between $3,363,500 and $5,730,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$3,363,500

Minimum Investment

$5,730,500

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

BrewDog Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

BrewDog Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a BrewDog franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · On signing of Franchise Agreement $50,000

Real Estate $2,230,000 – $3,490,000

Leasehold Improvements / Construction $2,000,000 – $3,000,000

Three Months' Rent Monthly · Upon signing of lease $75,000 – $180,000

Design and Architect Fees $100,000 – $150,000

Construction Consultant / Owners Representation $30,000 – $100,000

Security Deposit Lump sum · Upon signing of lease $25,000 – $60,000

Equipment & Assets $975,000 – $1,900,000

Furniture, Fixtures& Equipment $800,000 – $1,500,000

Signage Lump sum $100,000 – $250,000

Opening Inventory and Supplies Lump sum $75,000 – $150,000

Training $50,000

Training Expenses $50,000

Working Capital & Reserves $50,000 – $200,000

Additional Funds - 3 months $50,000 – $200,000

Other Costs $8,500 – $40,500

Miscellaneous Opening Costs $20,500 – $50,500

Grand Opening Advertising Lump sum $10,000

Type of expenditure $0

Total Estimated Investment $3,363,500 – $5,730,500

How Does BrewDog Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

BrewDog's minimum investment of $3,363,500 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$3,363,500

BrewDog Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$5,730,500

BrewDog Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a BrewDog?

The total startup cost for a BrewDog franchise ranges from $3,363,500 to $5,730,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $2,230,000 to $3,490,000.

How much is the BrewDog franchise fee?

The BrewDog franchise fee is $50,000, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is BrewDog a good investment?

BrewDog requires a total franchise investment of $3,363,500 to $5,730,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 80/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full BrewDog franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a BrewDog franchise owner make?

BrewDog franchise locations report median gross sales of $2,749,332 per the 2024 FDD Item 19. See our BrewDog franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.