About Kava Culture Franchise Group Franchise
Kava Culture is a specialty beverage franchise that serves kava based drinks and related products in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
The brand introduces customers to kava, a traditional Pacific Island root beverage known for its calming properties, offering a unique alternative to alcohol, coffee, and conventional drink options in a welcoming lounge setting.
With a franchise fee of $1,500, Kava Culture offers an extremely affordable entry into the emerging kava bar and specialty beverage market.
Kava Culture Franchise Group Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $1,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | .5% of your Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $150,500 – $409,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $151K–$409K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8.0%) and marketing fee (.5% of your Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Your Training Expenses2 | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Premises Deposits3 | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional Design | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Plan Design Services4 | $0 | $3,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $50 |
| Technology Fee | 1% of weekly Gross Sales |
| Audit Fee | We have the right under the Franchise Agreement to examine your books, records a |
| Late Charge | $75 |
| Interest Charge | 18% per annum from due date or maximum allowed by law, whichever is lower |
| Non-sufficient Funds Fee | $50 |
| Relocation Fee | $1,500 |
| Successor Term Fee | 25% of the then- current initial franchise fee |
| Initial Training | $500 |
| Additional Training | $500 |
| Training/Conference Non-Attendance Fee | $1,500 |
| Remedial Training Fee | $350 |
| Internal Systems Fee | 1% of weekly Gross Sales |
| Interim Management Support Fee | $400 |
| Examination of Books and Records | We have the right under the Franchise Agreement to examine your books, records a |
| Operations Manual Replacement Fee | $500 |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations, plus a 10% administrative fee |
| Your Training Expenses2 | $5,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Kava Culture Franchise Group Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Kava Culture Franchise Group Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Kava Culture Franchise Group System Growth
Kava Culture Franchise Group currently operates 7 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 7 | ||
| 2021 | 9 | ||
| 2022 | 4 | ||
| 2022 | 8 | ||
| 2022 | 12 | ||
| 2023 | 6 | ||
| 2023 | 8 | ||
| 2023 | 14 |
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