HTeaO Opens Ten New Stores in Q2 2026, Strengthening Its Presence in Texas

Nine of the company's 10 new locations opened during the quarter were in Texas, with one additional store in Oklahoma.

The complete list of new HTeaO stores opened in Q2 2026 includes:

• Manor, TX

• Kermit, TX

• Arlington, TX

• Kingsville, TX

• Georgetown, TX

• Prosper, TX

• Richmond, TX

• Piedmont, OK

• Plainview, TX

• Midland, TX

The quarter also brought national recognition for the company's continued growth and performance. The brand earned a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies and was top in Fast Casual's Movers & Shakers ranking, underscoring HTeaO's growing influence across the franchise, restaurant, and beverage industries.

"The second quarter reflected the kind of intentional growth we're building at HTeaO," said Shane Clark, Chief Development Officer of HTeaO. "We're expanding in markets where we know the brand resonates, while continuing to earn recognition that reflects the strength of our franchise partners and the experience they're delivering every day. It's exciting to see that momentum continue as we look toward the rest of the year."

Beyond its footprint, efforts continued in menu innovation and seasonal experiences that kept guests engaged throughout the quarter.

In April, HTeaO introduced Paloma Iced Tea as a limited-time offering designed for warmer days, pairing iced yerba mate with grapefruit, ginger, and spearmint for a crisp, refreshing sip. Later in June, HTeaO celebrated National Iced Tea Day with the launch of Pineapple Crush Iced Tea, bringing a fruit-forward blend of yerba mate, pineapple, ginger, and hibiscus to the menu. Both of these offerings brought bright, seasonal flavors to the menu as summer began.

The quarter also brought a limited-edition patriotic lineup tied to America’s 250th birthday. The offering featured commemorative cups, a red HTeaO-branded straw, a collectible T-shirt, and Texas Chai Home Brew Tea Bags in special-edition packaging, adding both a seasonal retail element and a new take-home option to the brand's lineup.

During Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week, the brand highlighted support for nurses and teachers in communities across the country.

Closing out the quarter, HTeaO continued its support of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation through its round-up campaign in May, raising more than $134,000 to support pediatric cancer research. The donation funded 2,680 hours of critical research through the foundation, reinforcing HTeaO's broader commitment to purpose-driven giving.

"This quarter showcased what makes HTeaO more than a beverage brand," said Kelsey McManemin, Senior Vice President of Marketing at HTeaO. "Whether we were introducing new flavors, celebrating our guests through seasonal moments, or supporting meaningful causes, every initiative was designed to create experiences that people genuinely connected with."

The company states its mission “Brewing Purpose” remains central to its initiatives. Growth is supported by local franchise owners who provide tea, water, and coffee products in-store and through drive-thru service. Each location offers more than 20 flavors of sweetened and unsweetened tea made from natural ingredients and a proprietary water filtration system.