Brass Tap Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Brass Tap is a craft beer bar franchise that offers a wide selection of draft and bottled beers from local and international breweries, along with a pub-style menu of food and snacks.

Brass Tap, a leading franchise in the realm of craft beer and entertainment, has become a beloved spot for beer lovers and social gatherings. Established in 2008 by Jeff Martin in Wesley Chapel, Florida, Brass Tap has carved out a significant place in the craft beer industry, providing an unmatched experience for patrons seeking a diverse selection of craft brews in a friendly setting.

With its headquarters in Tampa, Florida, Brass Tap boasts a rich heritage centered around exceptional service and an extensive beer selection. Since starting its franchising efforts in 2010, Brass Tap has offered entrepreneurs and beer aficionados the chance to introduce the Brass Tap experience to their local communities.

The franchise features an impressive variety of craft beers on tap, as well as bottled and canned options, complemented by a menu of delicious pub-style dishes, making it a popular choice for beer and food enthusiasts alike.

Brass Tap distinguishes itself with its commitment to a rotating lineup of craft beers, ensuring customers always have access to unique and rare brews. This dedication to a dynamic and continually evolving beer selection, paired with a welcoming and lively atmosphere, solidifies Brass Tap’s position as a leader in the craft beer franchise market.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Franchise Fee $25,000
Training Fee $18,000
Leasehold Improvements $448,000 to $620,000
Lease Deposit $17,500 to $40,500
Equipment $140,000 to $225,000
Furnishings and Fixtures $20,000 to $45,000
Audio and Video Equipment $25,000 to $65,000
Signage $10,000 to $20,000
Initial Inventory $20,000 to $30,000
Architect Fees and Permits $7,500 to $25,000
Computer System $10,000 to $14,600
Computer Support – 3 Months $1,950
Travel, Lodging and Meals for Initial Training $2,500 to $8,000
Licenses and Permits $1,500 to $7,500
Insurance $4,000 to $18,000
Promotional and Advertising – 3 Months $3,000 to $8,000
Professional Fees $3,000 to $8,000
Liquor License $10,000 to $50,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months $20,000 to $40,000
Utility Deposits & Impact Fees $6,000 to $10,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $792,950 to $1,279,550

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Training 

Brass Tap offers a thorough training program for franchisees and their teams to ensure they are fully prepared to operate and manage their Brass Tap Bar. This program encompasses all critical aspects of running the franchise, from product knowledge and customer service to operational procedures and adherence to brand standards.

Initial Training

The initial training program is mandatory for franchisees, their Operating Partner, and Operating Manager. This intensive training equips key personnel with the essential knowledge and skills needed to run a Brass Tap Bar efficiently. Covering a comprehensive range of topics, the training takes place prior to the opening of the franchise location.

Ongoing and Additional Training

Beyond the initial training, franchisees and their managers must participate in ongoing training programs and seminars provided by Brass Tap. These sessions aim to offer continuous education, ensuring franchisees stay current with any updates to operational procedures, products, or services offered by Brass Tap.

Territory Protection

Brass Tap provides franchisees with a protected geographic territory, known as the "Protected Territory," for operating their Brass Tap Bar. This territory typically encompasses an area within a 3-mile radius of the franchise location.

Franchisees are limited to operating their business only from the approved site and may only offer or sell system products and services from the Brass Tap Bar. Franchisees can solicit and accept business from outside their territory and advertise their Brass Tap Bar beyond their territory.

However, they are prohibited from using channels such as the internet, catalog sales, telemarketing, or other direct marketing methods to make sales outside their territory.

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

41

42

51

Company-owned units

2

1

2

Total units

43

43

53

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