50% of the population, equivalent to 150 million North Americans, drink espresso, cappuccino, latte, or iced/cold coffees. Independent coffee shops equal $12 billion in annual sales.
SECOND CUPS
Noticing the need for great coffee that does not harm the environment and is sold at an affordable price, Star International chose to invest in various Second Cup® locations across the city of Calgary. With over 360 locations in Canada and over 50 locations internationally Second Cup® is Canada’s largest coffee franchisor.
In 1995 Star International noticed the continuous growth and prestige attached to the Second Cup name and decided to partner with this company. Second Cup offers specialty coffees, retail merchandise items, other specialty beverages both cold and hot, and an array of food items. Star International became one of the Canada’s first multi unit franchisee with the Second Cup organization.
To date there are over 40 Calgary retail locations for Second Cup and it is still growing. The growth potential for this sector it steadily rising, and we will continue to seek out opportunities of this nature.