Driving Traffic to Your New Coffee House
May 10, 2022 (Published: March 7, 2012)Many new coffee house owners have misconceptions about the work involved in opening a coffee shop. One of the most prevalent myths is that you will be inundated with business as soon as you open the doors of your coffee house. If Crimson Cup had $1 for every person opening a coffee house who said, […]
The Depot Coffeehouse in Urbana, Ohio Celebrates Five Years of Success
October 16, 2022 (Published: February 17, 2012)Nearly five years after opening, The Depot Coffeehouse in Urbana, Ohio is still moving ahead at full steam, thanks to dedicated owners, an inspired location, talented staff and support from Crimson Cup Coffee and Tea. From Concept to Profitable Coffee Shop in Just Four Months When Susan Oelker and her husband Dave decided to open […]
Is Owning a Coffee Shop Right for You?
February 15, 2023 (Published: February 8, 2012)Thinking of opening a coffee shop? If you love coffee and get energized by making others feel energized, owning a coffee shop might be the right business for you. You can serve the best-tasting specialty drinks in town and create the community gathering place that everyone talks about. Best of all, you can go home […]
New Year, New Coffee Shop?
November 29, 2022 (Published: January 10, 2012)Ever dream of opening a coffee shop? The beginning of a new year offers a perfect opportunity to start planning! With the right support, you could be profiting from energizing espressos and luscious lattes before the year is through. Each week, we’ll explore different aspects of running an independent coffee shop. We’ll go over fundamental […]
Choosing the Right Coffee Shop Location
March 3, 2023 (Published: December 27, 2011)What’s the most crucial decision you’ll make when opening a coffee shop? Choosing the right location. Over the past 30+ years, the Crimson Cup team has helped hundreds of people achieve their dream of owning a coffee shop. We’ve seen shops open up in various settings across the country. Here are a few factors to […]