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title: "Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Minnesota"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/d5c2f5e5-7b49-4237-9d53-fc44ac669c33
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240124_scooters_coffee_continues_growing_in_minnesota.html
category: "Coffee & tea"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Coffee & tea"
published: 2024-01-24T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T20:01:37.047Z
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# Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Minnesota

**TL;DR:** Scooter's Coffee is expanding into Minnesota through a franchise agreement signed by Josh and Kaiyah Herscheid. The company, founded in 1998, specializes in espresso drinks and has a proven drive-thru-only kiosk model.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-01-24. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240124_scooters_coffee_continues_growing_in_minnesota.html).*

## Story

The expansion into the town just west of Minneapolis is the result of a franchise agreement signed by Josh and Kaiyah Herscheid. Josh describes himself and his wife as big entrepreneurs, always looking for new investments. “With this business venture, we wanted to do something that aligned with our passions,” said Josh. “We love coffee, and I’m from Nebraska, so I’m a fan of Scooter’s Coffee. My wife’s family is from Minnesota, so this opportunity was perfect for us.”

Scooter’s Coffee, based in Omaha, Nebraska, specializes in espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, and baked-from-scratch pastries and features its signature beverage, the Caramelicious®. The company also offers a wide selection for all taste profiles with its organic hot and iced teas, premium-grade brewed coffee, cold brew, breakfast items, and a kids’ menu.

According to the latest market trends compiled by the National Coffee Association, 63% of Americans drank coffee in the past day — more than any other beverage, including water. Those coffee drinkers each consume an average of 2.8 cups every day. Zippia Researchreports that 60% of American coffee drinkers visit a coffee shop at least once a month.

Scooter’s Coffee’s proven 664 sq. ft. drive-thru-only kiosk model, combined with their fast, friendly service, allows customers to “scoot in” on their way to work or school to buy their favorite beverage and get their day off to a great start.

Josh and Kaiyah became parents last year. “It got me thinking about building a legacy, and I know Scooter’s Coffee will be something I can pass along to my family,” said Josh. “Plus, I love the thought of our business being a happy part of someone’s day.”

“Josh and Kaiyah Herscheid's commitment to building a legacy through Scooter’s Coffee resonates with our brand's values,” said Matt Sawicki, Senior Director of Franchise Development. “Their love for coffee and dedication to creating a positive impact in their community aligns perfectly with our mission. We're excited to support their journey as they embark on this exciting venture.”

Founded in 1998 by Don and Linda Eckles in Bellevue, Nebraska, Scooter’s Coffee uses only the finest coffee beans in the world, which are roasted by its affiliated company, Harvest Roasting, in Omaha, Nebraska. In over 25 years of business, the key to Scooter’s Coffee’s success is simple: Stay committed to the original business principles and the company’s four core values, which are Integrity, Love, Humility, and Courage. The Scooter’s Coffee Brand Promise, often recited to franchisees, customers, and employees, is: “Amazing People, Amazing Drinks… Amazingly Fast!

®” It represents the company’s business origins and reflects a steady commitment to providing an unforgettable experience to loyal and new customers.

Scooter’s Coffee‘s network is approaching 750 stores in 30 states and is striving to become the #1 drive-thru specialty coffee franchise system in the nation. Scooter’s Coffee ranked #13 on Yelp’s 2023 list of 50 Most Loved Brands in the U.S. and ranked #3 on Franchise Times Fast & Serious 40 Smartest-Growing Franchises in 2023.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- franchise agreement (topic)
- Franchise Times (publication)
- Scooter's Coffee (company)
- Don Eckles (person)
- Linda Eckles (person)
- Minnesota (location)
- coffee franchise (topic)
- Yelp (company)
- Harvest Roasting (company)
- drive-thru model (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240124_scooters_coffee_continues_growing_in_minnesota.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/d5c2f5e5-7b49-4237-9d53-fc44ac669c33).