Ziggi's Coffee

Ziggi's Coffee

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2025 FDD

Food & Beverage · Coffee & Tea

Investment min
$582K
Total: $582K–$2M
Avg gross revenue
$795K
Unit-level, 2025
Franchise fee
$40K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
6%
of gross revenue
Locations
93
Franchising since 2016

Description

What is Ziggi's Coffee?

Ziggi's Coffee has emerged as a standout brand in the specialty coffee industry since its founding in 2004, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional coffee chains. With a reputation for exceptional customer service and high-quality beverages, Ziggi's has cultivated a loyal following through its commitment to creating genuine connections with customers and delivering consistently outstanding products.

The brand is particularly known for its extensive menu featuring signature drinks like the popular Mile High Twist, Colorado Mocha, and their distinctive spicy chai. Beyond traditional coffee offerings, Ziggi's serves a variety of beverages including smoothies, Italian sodas, and refreshers, along with a selection of breakfast items and fresh-baked goods, including gluten-free options.

What truly sets Ziggi's apart is their focus on creating a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere. Their efficient double drive-thru model, combined with welcoming café spaces that feature kid-friendly areas, caters to both on-the-go customers and those seeking a comfortable place to relax. The franchise has earned widespread praise for their exceptionally friendly staff, quick service, and attention to customization, allowing customers to modify drinks to their exact preferences.

Ziggi's commitment to quality extends to their coffee sourcing and preparation methods, ensuring each drink meets their high standards. Their successful expansion across multiple states demonstrates the brand's strong business model and growing consumer appeal, making it an increasingly recognized name in the competitive coffee industry.
  • Drive-thru specialty coffee
  • Mountain West identity
  • Commuter-focused locations
  • Auto-dependent market positioning
  • Suburban convenience model

Location Analysis

Where Ziggi's Coffee wins

Ziggi's Coffee demonstrates strong geographic concentration in the Mountain West, particularly along Colorado's Front Range corridor (Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins), with secondary expansion into Utah, Idaho, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. This clustering reflects a deliberate strategy targeting suburban, auto-dependent communities with high commuter traffic and limited drive-thru specialty coffee competition. The brand's 4.3-4.5 star average rating with moderate to high review volume in Colorado markets indicates solid customer acceptance in established territories, while limited reviews in expansion markets suggest early-stage penetration. Positive sentiment centers on drive-thru convenience, speed, friendly service, and competitive pricing—attributes well-aligned with suburban commuter demographics and middle-income households seeking routine, accessible coffee purchases. However, recurring feedback regarding inconsistent drink preparation, quality control variability, and execution challenges during peak hours signals operational growing pains typical of rapidly expanding regional brands. The ideal site profile—high-visibility corner locations with drive-thru access near commute routes—supports transaction volume but limits dine-in experience, potentially constraining revenue diversification. The brand's Colorado heritage provides local appeal in home markets but may carry less weight in distant territories. Prospective franchisees should conduct rigorous local market validation, assess competitive drive-thru density, verify site-level traffic patterns, and evaluate whether corporate training and quality assurance protocols can support consistent execution in their specific territory before committing capital.
Total US locations
78
Franchise units
93
Corporate locations
7
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Ziggi's Coffee

Avg gross revenue$794,739
Investment range$581,500 – $1,759,500
Investment midpoint$1,170,500
Brand fund1%
Royalty6%
Franchise fee$40,000
Min. net worth$350,000
Min. liquid capital$100,000

Veteran discount available

Ziggi's Coffee participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

Ziggi's Coffee presents a relatively young franchise system (founded 2016) with 93 units, reflecting aggressive early-stage expansion concentrated primarily in the Mountain West. The investment range of $581,500 to $1,759,500 positions the brand in the mid-tier drive-thru coffee segment, requiring substantial capital for real estate, equipment, and buildout but remaining below premium coffeehouse formats. The reported gross revenue of $794,739 suggests modest unit-level performance, particularly when considering the upper end of the investment spectrum—investors should model this figure carefully against operating expenses, labor costs, and debt service to assess cash flow viability. The drive-thru-focused format implies lower labor intensity than full-service cafés, but operational consistency challenges noted in reviews suggest quality control systems may still be developing as the brand scales beyond its Colorado core. Franchise maturity remains a key consideration; rapid unit growth in a young system can strain support infrastructure, training protocols, and supply chain reliability. The brand's expansion beyond its established Colorado markets into Utah, Idaho, Oklahoma, and New Mexico indicates territorial ambition, but performance variability in newer markets warrants caution. Investors should scrutinize unit economics closely, prioritize territories with existing brand presence, and assess whether corporate support systems have matured sufficiently to sustain multi-unit operations outside the home market.
Did you know? Ziggi's Coffee is a drive-thru-focused Coffee & Tea franchise founded in 2016, now operating 93 units primarily in the Mountain West. The initial investment ranges from $581,500 to $1,759,500, positioning the brand in the mid-tier specialty coffee segment. Franchise fee information was not provided. The model targets suburban commuter markets with convenient, competitively priced coffee service emphasizing speed and accessibility.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How Ziggi's Coffee works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$582K–$2M
Most common
$581,500
Minimum
$1,170,500
Midpoint
$1,759,500
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $581,500 to $1,759,500. The midpoint $1,170,500 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$1M$800K$600K$400K$200KN/A
$882K
$846K
$790K
2022
2023
2024
Avg
$839K
YOY change (2023 -> 2024)
-7%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Ziggi's Coffee has an average gross revenue of $790K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

+20% YoY
100806040200
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
78 units open as of 2025 FDD+13 in last 12 mo

2025 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Ziggi's Coffee's 2025 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Ziggi's Coffee franchise typically ranges between $581,500.00 and $1,759,500.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2025. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Ziggi's Coffee
Ziggi's Coffee
$795K avg revenue · 93+ US franchises

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