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Overview
So, you are looking into opening a coffee shop, but you have no idea
where to begin. Whether CrimsonCup is your first stop, or you have been
researching opening a coffee shop for a while, CrimsonCup offers coffee
business consulting, and would love to teach you how to set-up and
operate an efficient and profitable coffee business that will become
the cornerstone of your community.
Our proven business model and coffee business plan includes all of the benefits of a franchise: The tools & expertise needed to set up a profitable business, as well as, brand recognition, but without the franchise fees and royalties usually associated with opening a coffee shop.
Become part of the CrimsonCup community. Our coffee business plan for success.
Our proven business model and coffee business plan includes all of the benefits of a franchise: The tools & expertise needed to set up a profitable business, as well as, brand recognition, but without the franchise fees and royalties usually associated with opening a coffee shop.
Become part of the CrimsonCup community. Our coffee business plan for success.
Products & Services

The way we see it, your local coffee shop is one of the most important
places in your community. It’s a place to gather, a place to relax, a
place where you know everyone and everyone knows you. That is, if it’s
independently owned and operated.
And that’s where we come in. We help others in starting a coffee shop
or espresso business. If you are considering starting a coffee shop,
CrimsonCup can help.
And that’s where we come in.
We can help you get started with everything you’ll need for a successful and empowering business – from barista training to all aspects of coffee business consulting; we’re here to help you get started.
And that’s where we come in.
We can help you get started with everything you’ll need for a successful and empowering business – from barista training to all aspects of coffee business consulting; we’re here to help you get started.
Training & Support

Getting Started
A lot goes into opening an independent coffee house. From the business plan to the blenders, everything needs to be in place to ensure success. When you sign up for the CrimsonCup® program, we will give you absolutely everything you need to set up your own shop—flawlessly. You’ll receive:
- Coffee House Business Plan Template
- Cash Flow Sheet
- Professional Site Evaluation
- Interior Space Design / Layout
- Equipment Package (includes a two-group espresso machine, two espresso grinders, drip brewer, drip grinder, water filter & softener, and a commercial blender)
- 3-5 day Comprehensive On-Site Training
- Coffee Bar Set-up
- Store Opening Inventory (including our award-winning coffee, syrups, chocolates, smoothies, cups, and lids)
But we don’t stop there. Once you’re up and running, you’ll discover the real CrimsonCup® difference—the continued support that makes it easy to manage your day-to-day operations. Once you’ve got your store set up and your staff trained, you’re going to need menus. And signage. And a pricing structure. And that’s where CrimsonCup goes above and beyond any other specialty coffee franchise or consultant.
Why CrimsonCup?

- Menu Boards
- Pricing Guides
- Our Complete Drink Recipe Book
- Promotional Signage
- Merchandising Tools and Marketing Signs
- Operating Manuals and Checklists
- Continuing Marketing Support
- The Best Product Available
- Our Quality Mark for your Window to designate you as a quality certified store
There are no franchise fees (because you’re not a coffee franchise) and no royalties. You decide on your shop’s name and décor. We help with the details of menus, pricing and marketing, so you can focus on growing your business. We think that’s an excellent coffee business plan, don’t you?
By going through our startup program, which includes 3 days of on-site coffee business consulting, and displaying the quality seal, you’ll be part of an ever-growing network of independent coffee house owners around the country who have learned the benefits of working with CrimsonCup®.