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Presotea®

Food & Beverage Year: 2025
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What Is Presotea?

Presotea is a tea shop franchise concept offering fresh-brewed, made-to-order tea beverages prepared with an espresso-type machine and seasonal fresh fruits and ingredients. This FDD describes a Master Franchise (subfranchising) offering under which the Master Franchisee is authorized to sell and support Presotea Shops in a designated protected area and must open at least 10 Presotea shops within six years. The Master Franchisee must provide training, equipment, inventory, supplies and branded items to subfranchisees and is required to prepare its own FDD and franchise agreements for subfranchise sales.

Presotea Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's most notable strength is a comprehensive initial training program costing $32,000–$34,000 (top 5–10%), which should reduce first-year operational mistakes, while its biggest risk is that the franchisor has reacquired eight outlets (well above typical), suggesting a higher-than-normal franchisee exit rate.

Pros

Training costs of $32,000–$34,000 are well above typical (top 5–10%), which indicates a more comprehensive initial training program that can reduce first-year operational mistakes and speed your learning curve.
A territory protection score of 73 is well above typical for Food & Beverage (top 5%), giving you strong protection against the franchisor opening competing locations nearby.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties, and zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions are well below typical for the sector, signaling a clean legal and regulatory record that supports predictability for operators.

Cons

Minimum reserve requirements of $138,800 (up to $148,800) are well above typical for Food & Beverage (top 5–10%), meaning you'll need significantly more cash on hand to cover higher-than-normal ongoing operating costs.
The franchisor has reacquired 8 outlets, a number well above typical for Food & Beverage (top 5%), which suggests a higher rate of franchisee exits in the past.
The franchisor operates zero company-owned units (well below typical for the sector), which limits their ability to field-test changes and maintain firsthand operational experience.

Territory Protection

73/100
Excellent

Presotea grants a protected, exclusive geographic Territory (Exhibit B) for franchising and marketing, with market-density controls. Territory rights are contingent on performance quotas-break-even by year three; 20% margins in years four–five; at least ten shops by year six-and the franchisor may develop surrounding markets.

Training & Support

75/100
NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch, combining classroom instruction with practical operational modules. The program includes on-site launch assistance to support operational readiness, with travel and living expenses managed by the franchisee and additional on-site support available for an extra fee.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

The franchise exhibits a volatile but ultimately declining trajectory: after a sharp expansion from 18 units in 2022 to 29 in 2023 (+61.1%), unit counts fell to 20 in 2024 (−31.0%) and then to 13 in 2025 (−35.0%). Two consecutive large negative growth rates following the 2023 spike indicate accelerating contraction and deteriorating franchise health, raising elevated risk for investors unless underlying causes (closures, franchisee attrition, or market pullback) are addressed.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Presotea Franchise?

Opening a Presotea franchise requires a total initial investment of $193,300 to $237,800, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$193,300
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$237,800
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$0
Real Estate$2,500
Equipment & Assets$0
Reserves$138,800
Training$32,000
Other$20,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$0
Real Estate$10,000
Equipment & Assets$0
Reserves$148,800
Training$34,000
Other$45,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Presotea Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Presotea did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Presotea a good franchise to own?

Whether Presotea is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Presotea operates 13 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 75/100. The franchisor does not disclose financial performance data. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Presotea franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Presotea franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $193,300 to $237,800. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Presotea franchise?

Break-even timelines for Presotea franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Presotea a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Presotea operates 13 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

Does Presotea disclose franchise revenue data?

Presotea did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

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