About MACU Franchise
MACU is a premium tea franchise that has been franchising in the United States since 2022, originally founded in Taiwan and backed by Macu Company Limited.
The brand offers a menu of handcrafted teas, fruit drinks, and specialty beverages made with high quality tea leaves and fresh ingredients.
MACU is known for its authentic Taiwanese tea culture and refined drink preparation methods.
MACU Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$415K
Average Investment
$551K
Maximum Investment
$686K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $100,000 to $200,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $800 to $1,000 per outlet per month of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not established | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $415,000 – $686,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $415K–$686K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($800 to $1,000 per outlet per month) and marketing fee (Not established) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Master Franchise Fee | $100,000 | $200,000 |
| Security Deposit | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Single Outlet Fee | $120,000 | $120,000 |
| Know-How Transfer Fee | $100,000 | $200,000 |
| Equipment and Inventory Fee | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Training Fee | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Point of sale system | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Interior and Exterior Signs and Graphics | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Advertisement | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Business insurance | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $20,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $50,000 to $100,000 |
| First Stage Training (if failed evaluation) | $1,000 |
| Second Stage Training (extended) | $2,800 for each trainer |
| Optional Training | $3,500 for each trainer |
| De-identification Fees | $2,000/day |
| Late Fees | 0.1% per day |
| POS system maintenance | $500 to $1,000 annually |
| Email account maintenance | $200 to $500 annually |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Initial training includes 80 classroom hours and 40 on-the-job hours. First Stage Training is 21 days (including 6 days off). Second Stage Training is 21 days (including 6 days off). Optional Training is 14 days (including 4 days off). Periodic Training is 5 days. |
| Classroom Training | 80 |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 |
| Training Location | All classroom training takes place in Taichung, Taiwan, or another designated training center. All on-the-job training takes place at the franchisor's outlet in Taiwan. |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may require designated personnel to attend additional training courses, seminars, conferences, or other programs, and may charge an additional training fee for these. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive, Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | At least 5 million population |
| Description | The master franchise is for a territory agreed under the Master Franchise agreement, and the Territory extends to non-traditional venues. The continuation of territorial exclusivity does not depend on achieving a specific sales volume, market penetration, or other contingency. The franchisor will not approve relocation of the master franchise territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 6 years |
| Renewal Term | additional 6-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $50,000 to $100,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, all fees must be paid, no breach of agreement, written notice of intent to renew 90 days before term end, sign a new Renewal Agreement (which may have materially different terms), supervise Unit Franchisees to remodel outlets (if necessary), and pay the renewal fee (50% of Initial Master Franchise Fee). |
| Transfer Conditions | Master may transfer the Agreement to an entity that is (1) organized to operate as a Master Franchisee to offer and sell MACU® franchise; and (2) entirely owned by Master, with 30 days prior written notice to the franchisor. The transferee must agree to assume all obligations under the Master Franchise Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for failure to comply with obligations, failure to offer/sell franchises per schedule, bankruptcy/insolvency, assignment for benefit of creditors, abandonment, conviction of law violation, purchasing from unapproved suppliers, publishing statements affecting reputation, filing trademark registration using franchisor's marks, registering domain name using franchisor's mark, refusing POS system access, payment default, acts impairing goodwill, using unapproved advertising, or selling unrelated items. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the Agreement and for three years after expiration or termination of the Agreement. |
| Non-Compete Details | Master and each Principal Equity Owner (owning more than 20% of Subfranchisor) shall not invest, operate, or manage the same or similar products or services within the same specified area. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The principal owner of the Master Franchisee is expected to actively participate in the direct licensing, management, and operation of the franchise business. At least one designated Manager (who is a Principal Equity Owner of at least 50% if an entity) must successfully complete initial training and devote full time during normal business hours to the management, operation, and development of the Franchised Business. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase all proprietary tea, fruit jams, and other raw materials to be used in MACU® products from the franchisor, its parent company, or its affiliates, as well as cups, uniforms, and any other items containing the MACU® logo. A POS system must be purchased from a supplier. Approved suppliers are designated by the franchisor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Items bearing trademarks must be purchased from affiliated companies or other reputable suppliers. Fixtures, food preparation, storage equipment, display cases, registers, computer systems, storefront, supplies, and signs must be approved by the franchisor to meet specifications and standards. Written approval is required for products from alternative suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor is a newly formed company and has not derived revenue from required purchases or leases in the last twelve months. However, if designated suppliers make payments to the franchisor based on franchisee purchases, the percentage will range from 2.5% to 4% of the total purchase amount. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct, indirect, or any form of financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
MACU Franchise Earnings — Item 19
MACU does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
MACU does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
MACU Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMACU has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
MACU System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
MACU currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-35,050
Total Assets
$100K
Audited by KAIZEN CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
MACU Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a MACU franchise ranges from $415,000 to $686,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $100,000 to $200,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
MACU charges a royalty fee of $800 to $1,000 per outlet per month of gross sales, plus a Not established contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the MACU Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from MACU to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
MACU does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
MACU has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $415,000-$686,000, a $800 to $1,000 per outlet per month royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $100,000 to $200,000 and the total investment ranges from $415,000 to $686,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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