Ding Tea is a bubble tea franchise offering milk teas, fruit teas, and specialty drinks, serving boba enthusiasts and casual café guests, and known for customizable sweetness, premium teas, and an international brand footprint.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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135
+
16%
16%
Franchise fee
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$30,000
Investment
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$195,000 - $324,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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Founded in 2004 in Feng Chia, Taichung, Taiwan, Ding Tea is a premium tea beverage brand that has grown into a global franchise network. Headquartered in Taichung City, Taiwan, the company emphasizes fresh, natural tea leaves and modern brewing techniques to deliver a unique taste experience.
Ding Tea began franchising the same year it was founded to bring its authentic Taiwanese tea culture to new markets. Its menu features a wide variety of drinks, from expertly brewed teas and milk teas to seasonal limited-flavor beverages, setting it apart from typical bubble-tea chains through its focus on quality, innovation, and authenticity.
With stores now operating worldwide, Ding Tea offers franchisees a strong operational framework backed by the heritage of Taiwanese tea craftsmanship. The brand’s commitment to fresh ingredients and consistent flavor has made it a trusted name among bubble-tea enthusiasts and a standout player in the competitive tea-drink industry.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Ding Tea franchise is
$195,000 - $324,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance 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
$30,000
Design Fee
$500
Security Deposit
$10,000
Six-month Service Fees Prepayment
$3,000
Related Personnel Cost for Initial Training
$2,500 to $5,000
Equipment
$10,000
Utensils
$5,000
Rent for the Tea Shop
$2,800 to $5,500
Rental for Warehouse
$2,000 to $3,000
Renovation
$50,000 to $100,000
Opening Inventory
$25,000 to $30,000
Licenses, Permits, Fees and Deposit
$1,800 to $3,500
Point of Sale System
$1,850 to $2,000
Office Equipment & Supplies
$120 to $500
Uniforms
$670
Insurance
$4,500 to $15,000
Advertisement
$500
Additional Funds – 3 Months
$45,000 to $100,000
Total Cost
$195,240 to $324,170
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee
$30,000
Design Fee
$500
Security Deposit
$10,000
Six-month Service Fees Prepayment
$3,000
Related Personnel Cost for Initial Training
$2,500 to $5,000
Equipment
$10,000
Utensils
$5,000
Rent for the Tea Shop
$2,800 to $5,500
Rental for Warehouse
$2,000 to $3,000
Renovation
$50,000 to $100,000
Opening Inventory
$25,000 to $30,000
Licenses, Permits, Fees and Deposit
$1,800 to $3,500
Point of Sale System
$1,850 to $2,000
Office Equipment & Supplies
$120 to $500
Uniforms
$670
Insurance
$4,500 to $15,000
Advertisement
$500
Additional Funds – 3 Months
$45,000 to $100,000
Total Cost
$195,240 to $324,170
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Ding Tea's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Ding Tea had 135 total units in 2024, of which 135 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
Ding Tea offers a comprehensive training and support structure to prepare franchisees for both launching and operating a successful location. The training program consists of nine distinct components provided before and after opening.
Initial Training Program: Offered to the franchisee and their designated representative before opening a new Tea Shop. Successful and timely completion of this training is mandatory to proceed as a franchisee.
Operations Manual: Franchisees receive a detailed operations manual covering management and operational techniques essential for running a Ding Tea location.
Design and Construction Standards: The franchisor supplies detailed standards and specifications for designing, constructing, and equipping the Tea Shop to meet brand requirements.
Territory Protection
Ding Tea does not offer exclusive territorial protection to its franchisees. The franchisor may approve or select store locations based on factors such as nearby retail activity, traffic, and existing Ding Tea shops, but no guarantees are made that a franchisee will be the only operator in a given area.
The Franchise Agreement does not specify a minimum area or grant exclusive rights, and Ding Tea may open other units nearby. This setup means that franchisees may face competition from other Ding Tea locations, especially in high-demand regions.
The franchisor retains full discretion over site selection and may consider proximity to other stores only as one of several factors. Without protected territory rights, franchisees must rely on strong local marketing and operational execution to maintain a competitive edge.
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