Ramblin’ Joe’s Coffee has inked a franchise deal with Nash Coffee Group for five new locations over the next three years, according to a release.
“We are thrilled and honored to work with the new team in Nashville,” CEO David Lambert said. “Our parent company, Lambert’s Coffee, has been a leader in the coffee retail industry since 1971, and we’ve gained invaluable experience over the decades. Since launching Ramblin’ Joe’s Coffee, we have leveraged Lambert’s expertise and resources to streamline operations and ensure maximum efficiency. This sale is a significant validation of the Ramblin’ Joe’s brand and boosts our momentum as we continue growing Joe’s network of friends.”
Austin and Caroline Cox will be the franchise owners in the new deal. As of now, it is unclear when the first location will open. Exact locations have not been released yet.
Ramblin’ Joe’s first launched in Memphis in 2022. It now has two locations open: one in Memphis and one in Nashville. Ramblin’ Joe’s also recently announced a second Memphis location in the works.
The new deal is part of a larger push by the brand to expand in multiple markets, focusing on Tennessee, Colorado and Texas, according to the release. The company is currently looking for franchise partners across the U.S.
Ramblin’ Joe’s serves specialty coffee sourced both globally and in the U.S. Menu highlights include Vietnamese Iced Coffee with brown sugar cold foam, Café Con Leche with raw Colombian sugar and the Maine Salted Maple Latte.
What Now Nashville has reached out to the owners and will update the piece as more information comes in.
