HTeaO began its journey in 2009 in Amarillo, Texas, founded by Justin Howe and Gary Hutchens. What started as a creative way to drive more business to the family’s restaurant during a challenging economy quickly evolved into a concept with national appeal.
The brand’s first corporate location opened in Midland, Texas, in 2018, followed by the launch of its franchise program in 2019. Now headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, HTeaO has rapidly grown, boasting more than 68 operational stores and over 425 franchise licenses awarded throughout the United States.
HTeaO sets itself apart by offering a drive-thru model focused entirely on freshly brewed iced teas. With 24 distinct flavors crafted daily using all-natural ingredients and filtered water, the franchise provides a refreshing and health-conscious alternative to traditional beverages.
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.
HTeaO provides a structured and multi-phase training program designed to prepare franchisees and their teams for store operations. These programs include:
HTeaO provides its franchisees with a “Protected Area” within which the franchisor agrees not to operate or allow another franchisee to operate a competing HTeaO store.
This area is typically outlined in Attachment B of the Franchise Agreement and may be defined by geographic description, radius, or a visual map.
However, the franchisor may still distribute products through other channels, such as supermarkets, the internet, or third-party vendors, which are not limited by this territorial protection.
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