Last Updated on July 30, 2012 by DeanR
Hawaii’s Java Kai Franchise
Hawaii’s Java Kai is a franchise for a coffee shop. It was founded in 1997 and started franchising in 2000.
It was founded by Jennifer and Brent Hickman when they got tired of their eight to five jobs. They said that they found paradise when they followed the Hanalei River that led them to Hanalei town. They smelled the freshly baked bagels and coffee from Old Hanalei Coffee Co. This coffee shop was originally established in 1994 but Jennifer and Brent Hickman bought it in 1997. They wanted to introduce the only coffee that is 100% American and opened a location on the South side of Kauai. It had the view of Kalapaki Bay and the surfers that is why they chose that area to roast their own coffee. Brent was the one who makes sure that they are roasting the best coffee. Jennifer spent her time adorning her husband’s work. With their desire to also serve freshly baked muffins and bagels, the third location was opened in Kapaa. It was focused on serving gourmet baked goods and doubles as a juice bar. They continue on living their dream working as a team and formed the first micro coffee roasting company in Kauai.
What types of coffee do they serve at Hawaii’s Java Kai?
For Hawaiian coffee, they have Kauai Estate Reserve, 100% Kona Coffeee, Kona Blend, Hawaiian Islands Blend, and Kauai Blend. Their Special Blends are Celebes Toraja, Winter Blend, Java, Fair Trade Costa Rica Tarrazu, Ohana Blend, Guatemalan SHG, Sumatra Mandheling Blend, South Seas Blend, and Flavored Coffee in Kahlua and Cream, Chocolate, Macadamia nut, and Coconut.
They also have Decaf Coffee in Java Kai Espresso Decaf, Java Kai House Decaf, Kauai Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee, Flavored Decaf Coffee, Kona Blend Decaf, and Columbian Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee. For Specialty Drinks includes Maui Mocha, Chai Sweet Tea, Caramel Mac, Mocha, Cappuccino Chip, Steamers, and Chocolate Dream. They also have Cold Drinks as Iced Flavoured Latte, Italian Soda, Mango Iced Tea, Iced Thai, French Soda, Keiki’s Choice, and Keiki’s Cocoa. For Smoothies, it is available in Kukui, Na Pali Gold, Wild Wahine, Mahalo Mango, Taste of Aloha, Pacific Passion, Chai Tea Smoothie, Hawaiian Blues, and Punia Pau. They also have mugs, gift cards, and logo apparels.
Cost and requirements on running a Hawaii’s Java Kai franchise
You need to have a net worth of $300,000 and a total liquid asset of at least $80,000. Expect to be investing about $168,000 to $356,000. The cost of Hawaii’s Java Kai franchise fee is $30,000 with an on-going royalty fee of 6%. This is for a renewable 20 year term agreement. You will need about 10 employees to run one location. They allow multi-unit ownership. They do not allow absentee ownership.
What is included in the franchise package?
There will be two weeks training at the headquarters and three weeks at your location. You will be given a toll free phone number and access to the internet and purchasing cooperatives. There will also be assistance at the grand opening. Expect to be attending meetings and occasional field evaluations. For marketing support, there will be ad slicks, co-op advertising, and regional advertising.
Hawaii’s Java Kai Contact Details
You may reach them at:
Address: 2955 Aukele St. #C Lihue, Hi 96766
Phone: (888) 452-8244