Tiger Sugar offers a variety of bubble tea drinks with a focus on unique flavors and high-quality ingredients, providing a refreshing and trendy beverage option.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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47
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147%
147%
Franchise fee
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$85,000
Investment
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$306,000 - $542,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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Founded in 2017 in Taichung, Taiwan, Tiger Sugar has quickly become a prominent name in the global dessert beverage scene, best known for its signature brown sugar boba milk tea. What started as a local favorite soon turned into an international brand, with its headquarters now based in Flushing, New York.
The company began offering franchise opportunities in 2020, allowing business owners across the globe to introduce Tiger Sugar’s distinctive drinks to new markets. Its expansion has been fueled by a loyal fan base drawn to its unique and flavorful offerings.
At the heart of the brand’s success is its iconic brown sugar boba milk. This drink is crafted through a proprietary 8-hour preparation technique that involves slow-cooking syrups and tapioca pearls. The result is a perfectly balanced combination of tea, milk, and syrup that delivers a rich and satisfying taste experience in every cup.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Tiger Sugar franchise is
$306,000 - $542,000.
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
Initial Franchise Fee
$85,000
Initial Training and Support Fee
$15,000
Store Design Fee
$6,000
Business Licenses & Permits
$6,000 to $20,000
Leasehold Improvements
$50,000 to $180,000
Fixtures, Furnishings & Equipment
$45,000 to $50,000
Computer and Point of Sale System
$3,000 to $5,000
Architect/Engineering Fees
$0 to $14,000
Rent, Security Deposits and Utility Deposits
$5,000 to $20,000
Other Professional Fees
$1,000 to $5,000
Insurance Deposit
$1,000 to $2,000
Initial Inventory of Food, Beverage, Paper Supplies and Smallwares
$25,000 to $30,000
Training Expenses
$500 to $5,000
Grand Opening Advertising
$3,000 to $5,000
Additional Funds (for the initial 3 months of operations)
$60,000 to $100,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
$305,500 to $542,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$85,000
Initial Training and Support Fee
$15,000
Store Design Fee
$6,000
Business Licenses & Permits
$6,000 to $20,000
Leasehold Improvements
$50,000 to $180,000
Fixtures, Furnishings & Equipment
$45,000 to $50,000
Computer and Point of Sale System
$3,000 to $5,000
Architect/Engineering Fees
$0 to $14,000
Rent, Security Deposits and Utility Deposits
$5,000 to $20,000
Other Professional Fees
$1,000 to $5,000
Insurance Deposit
$1,000 to $2,000
Initial Inventory of Food, Beverage, Paper Supplies and Smallwares
$25,000 to $30,000
Training Expenses
$500 to $5,000
Grand Opening Advertising
$3,000 to $5,000
Additional Funds (for the initial 3 months of operations)
$60,000 to $100,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
$305,500 to $542,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Tiger Sugar's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Tiger Sugar had 64 total units in 2024, of which 47 were franchised-owned and 17 company-owned.
Tiger Sugar provides a structured set of training programs to prepare franchisees and their teams for operating a store. The training includes both mandatory and optional components, each designed to ensure consistency and operational readiness across locations.
Initial Training Program: Franchisees, their Designated Principals, and General Managers must attend a two to three-week initial training program provided by Tiger Sugar at a designated location. This training includes instruction on store operations and the proprietary system, and must be completed at least 30 days prior to the store opening.
Pre-Opening and Opening Assistance: Tiger Sugar offers on-site assistance during the pre-opening and grand opening phase. Representatives are sent to help establish standard operating procedures and assist in staff training, though franchisees must cover any travel-related expenses if additional days are requested.
Refresher Training: Franchisees may be required to attend annual refresher courses, seminars, or conventions. This training is typically limited to four days per person each year, with an additional three days allowed for attending conventions.
Territory Protection
Tiger Sugar provides a form of territory protection to its franchisees, but it comes with significant limitations. Franchisees generally receive a defined Territory as outlined in their Franchise Agreement, within which Tiger Sugar agrees not to establish or license another traditional Tiger Sugar store.
This protection is not contingent on sales performance, and once granted, the territory boundaries cannot be altered before the agreement ends.
However, this protection does not equate to exclusivity. Tiger Sugar retains the right to operate or license stores at Non-Traditional Sites—like airports, hospitals, malls, or stadiums—even if those sites fall within the defined Territory.
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