I've started a coffee cart company called SYB Coffee. Syb is my Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog). I'm doing this as a weekend side business. Catering/private events only. I have a Rancilio Silvia Pro and a Baratza Forte. It will be only me, no employees, 8oz drinks only. I have a small Lifetime table. Hopefully i can upgrade to a Simple Cart next year. Trying to start this business with no debt.
"We are not anti-uncle." 😂😂😂 This was so helpful. I'm actually working today to FINALLY purchase my first coffee cart. Been sitting on the vision of it for a over a year, so this helped A LOT. Excited 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Thanks for the radio gold y'all. For those that need a commissary for health code purposes... definitely reach out to any restaurants that you might have connections with. Full service restaurants can act as commissaries in some cities! We've partnered with a local casual-fine-dining restaurant and it's been wonderful. We're able to pop-up at their restaurant and fall under the health permitting and they also act as our commissaries when we do events. Ends up being a win-win relationship for extremely low cost.
Love listening to you guys! In the last few weeks/months my wife and I started our own coffee cart. Been a dream for a while but have taken a lot of inspiration from you guys as well. In the beginning of this episode when Ross mentioned that feeling of working for yourselves, we totally get that!!! It’s hard work, but also extremely rewarding at the same time. Thanks all! Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much for this video. My business partner and I were originally going to do a cart but decided to do a transit instead. Found out that was the right decision because carts without 3 comp sink built into the cart are being banned. Will probably still do a cart for private events.
Yes, first time watching this video. Yes, I hit the like button. Yes, I subscribed. The most informative video I’ve watched on coffee carts as someone looking to add a cold brew bar to my plant and vinyl shop!
Thanks guys… greetings from Mexico. I’m not interested in having an espresso machine on a coffee cart but nitro cold brew is my current passion, using an insulated box to hold the kegs
There's so much good advice in this, thanks for making it! There are a few other espresso machines I think are worth consideration; The La Spaziale Vivaldi II / Lucca A53, which to my knowledge are the most affordable commercial dual boilers out there, and have been a mainstay in espresso catering since before the Linea Mini existed. The Simonelli Oscar ii is pretty much the cheapest NSF rated machine I know of, but if you're trying to get started on a budget is still an alright option. There's also the Simonelli Appia Compact and La Spaziale S2 and S9, which are all available 2 group 110v machines. The only other real tip I have to share is for expected busy events I'll bring an airpot of hot water to use for Americanos. I don't do drip so this is a lifesaver for me on keeping water in the steam boiler.
I have for my home espresso set-up a Ceado E37s grinder and it is solid, heavy-duty, and fast (20 grams in 4 seconds) with a consistent grind. Would definitely get another for my future coffee cart.
My best friend and I are taking the first real steps to opening our coffee cart later this year! We’re starting off selling cold brew and moving up to full espresso. We’re both based in the greater Atlanta area so hope to cross paths with you! 😊
I’m in the boat of having a cafe oastry already and looking for more revenue, expanding the brand and just bought another espresso machine so ready thanks a ton guys
A single boiler HX machine (heat exchange) can do espresso and milk at the same time but not as good as dual boiler machines. ACS minima is an inexpensive option (also available with a rotary pump and plump in) Also Simonelli has a 2 group 110v machine
Hey great info guys....surprising how similar a lot of the requirements are here in Australia. Thanks for the time and effort you guys put in these videos
Hey guys, UNG Entreprenuership Student here, I have been working in the coffee scene for 5 years and I just spent the past three months helping open a new shop in Dahlonega. I learned a lot and it only further solidified my dreams of one day opening a shop of my own, so I made an LLC and am hoping to cater different weddings/events in Dahlonega. This podcast is pure gold and the fact it is free is so wonderful and I can't thank you guys enough. Any specific advice for someone looking to get there beginnings in North Georgia?
If you’re in Dahlonega, start cold calling wedding venues all over the north, get a media presence, do some pop-ups, then measure what is and isn’t working.
@@valor.coffeeThank you guys!! Will do, once I get some more funding and get my ducks in a row, I will be reaching out for wholesale inquiry. :). Y'all rock.
I’m in north GA too! I’m closer to Oakwood, but probably moving west closer to the Alabama border in the next few years to be close to family. Best of luck to you, can’t wait to see how your journey plays out!
Starting a coffee cart in GA, only plan on doing private events with a collapsible cart. Do you guys offer any type of barista training? I need help learning how to work the espresso machine 😭
I’m an Army veteran recently moved to Atlanta area and looking for a mentor whats the best way to go about that? Thanks love your videos they so inspirational.
$2k a week for me would be 😃 I make $300 in my regular job. Do you guys have any recommendations on a starter machine? I'm pretty sure you mentioned it but I don't know about brands. Thank you and thank you for this video. It was great information and it got me encouraged and motivated to looking into havingy own business. 😊
Our recommendation is the La Marzocco GS3. You'll pay a premium up front, but they're tanks and parts are readily available when it breaks. Most espresso techs are well versed in LM machines as well.
@@valor.coffee thanks so much 😊🙏🏼 and thank you for all the info you shared on your podcast. It's great 😊 I wish continue success to you and your team this coming year. Happy holidays
Alright, this may be a super dumb and borderline/definitely sacrilegious question but when you talk about starting a coffee cart sans espresso machine and focusing on cold brew I have to ask, why not make a “cold brew” hot latte or cappuccino with steamed milk or like a cafe au lait or americano-ish drink with cold brew to add a hot beverage option? I know heat changes things but is it possible to make a tasty hot beverage with cold brew concentrate? Cause I’ve tried it and I gotta say I didn’t hate it… thoughts? Please don’t hate me. :)
You could totally do that! Innovate and you might find something amazing. You'd have to figure out a scalable way of steaming milk, which is usually an espresso machine.
Not sure who you guys are but its great info and great video except for the guy in green. He is annoying and what he says is so childish and zero value add.
It’s crazy that this video is free and for everybody to watch
I’m sayin!
I’m 19 and in the process of my own coffee cart! You guys are such a big help! Please never stop doing these
I've started a coffee cart company called SYB Coffee. Syb is my Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog). I'm doing this as a weekend side business. Catering/private events only. I have a Rancilio Silvia Pro and a Baratza Forte. It will be only me, no employees, 8oz drinks only. I have a small Lifetime table. Hopefully i can upgrade to a Simple Cart next year. Trying to start this business with no debt.
That's dope! You're going to crush it, and yeah, respect for going the no-debt route!
How has the Rancilio Silvia pro and Baratza Forte working out so far for you? I don't want to invest more than 2k in machines to start off.
"We are not anti-uncle." 😂😂😂
This was so helpful. I'm actually working today to FINALLY purchase my first coffee cart. Been sitting on the vision of it for a over a year, so this helped A LOT. Excited 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
The “We don’t want to” statement regarding making an americano is the realist thing I’ve heard all day 😂
Hah! Hot water is a hot commodity when you're out and about!
I own a coffee shop and I’m looking at doing mobile events
Love this I’m in GA and I too want to open a cafe soon will give valor coffee a visit
So happy to stumble upon this wealth of knowledge. In the process of a coffee cart startup.
Thanks for the radio gold y'all.
For those that need a commissary for health code purposes... definitely reach out to any restaurants that you might have connections with. Full service restaurants can act as commissaries in some cities! We've partnered with a local casual-fine-dining restaurant and it's been wonderful. We're able to pop-up at their restaurant and fall under the health permitting and they also act as our commissaries when we do events. Ends up being a win-win relationship for extremely low cost.
Love listening to you guys! In the last few weeks/months my wife and I started our own coffee cart. Been a dream for a while but have taken a lot of inspiration from you guys as well. In the beginning of this episode when Ross mentioned that feeling of working for yourselves, we totally get that!!! It’s hard work, but also extremely rewarding at the same time.
Thanks all! Keep up the great work.
I am currently in the process of getting my first Coffee Cart. I'll be your biggest fan
Thanks so much for this video. My business partner and I were originally going to do a cart but decided to do a transit instead. Found out that was the right decision because carts without 3 comp sink built into the cart are being banned. Will probably still do a cart for private events.
Yes, first time watching this video. Yes, I hit the like button. Yes, I subscribed. The most informative video I’ve watched on coffee carts as someone looking to add a cold brew bar to my plant and vinyl shop!
I have 2 Nuova Simonelli Oscar II's in my Coffee trailer. One is a pour over "Back Up" and the other is plumbed in. Works fine for me.
Thanks guys… greetings from Mexico. I’m not interested in having an espresso machine on a coffee cart but nitro cold brew is my current passion, using an insulated box to hold the kegs
There's so much good advice in this, thanks for making it!
There are a few other espresso machines I think are worth consideration; The La Spaziale Vivaldi II / Lucca A53, which to my knowledge are the most affordable commercial dual boilers out there, and have been a mainstay in espresso catering since before the Linea Mini existed. The Simonelli Oscar ii is pretty much the cheapest NSF rated machine I know of, but if you're trying to get started on a budget is still an alright option. There's also the Simonelli Appia Compact and La Spaziale S2 and S9, which are all available 2 group 110v machines.
The only other real tip I have to share is for expected busy events I'll bring an airpot of hot water to use for Americanos. I don't do drip so this is a lifesaver for me on keeping water in the steam boiler.
I have for my home espresso set-up a Ceado E37s grinder and it is solid, heavy-duty, and fast (20 grams in 4 seconds) with a consistent grind. Would definitely get another for my future coffee cart.
Incredible content, I’m going to have to listen to this more than once, for sure.
Consistent Valor coffee customer here ✋️
My best friend and I are taking the first real steps to opening our coffee cart later this year! We’re starting off selling cold brew and moving up to full espresso. We’re both based in the greater Atlanta area so hope to cross paths with you! 😊
I’m in the boat of having a cafe
oastry already and looking for more revenue, expanding the brand and just bought another espresso machine so ready thanks a ton guys
Amazing Video! 👍
Thank you for providing so much information for free🙏
Thanks for the great info and tips!
Subbed and looking forward to learning more!
From Cart to Truck to Cafe… that is the plan I have too. #Minneapolis
A single boiler HX machine (heat exchange) can do espresso and milk at the same time but not as good as dual boiler machines.
ACS minima is an inexpensive option (also available with a rotary pump and plump in)
Also Simonelli has a 2 group 110v machine
Hey great info guys....surprising how similar a lot of the requirements are here in Australia. Thanks for the time and effort you guys put in these videos
Hey guys, UNG Entreprenuership Student here, I have been working in the coffee scene for 5 years and I just spent the past three months helping open a new shop in Dahlonega. I learned a lot and it only further solidified my dreams of one day opening a shop of my own, so I made an LLC and am hoping to cater different weddings/events in Dahlonega. This podcast is pure gold and the fact it is free is so wonderful and I can't thank you guys enough. Any specific advice for someone looking to get there beginnings in North Georgia?
If you’re in Dahlonega, start cold calling wedding venues all over the north, get a media presence, do some pop-ups, then measure what is and isn’t working.
@@valor.coffeeThank you guys!! Will do, once I get some more funding and get my ducks in a row, I will be reaching out for wholesale inquiry. :). Y'all rock.
I’m in north GA too! I’m closer to Oakwood, but probably moving west closer to the Alabama border in the next few years to be close to family. Best of luck to you, can’t wait to see how your journey plays out!
Thank you 😊👍🏼🙏🏼
I have a 2 group with the generator setup. It may end up tightening us up in the end but we had the espresso machine from a previous venture
We tried the crowdfunding thing and it only cost us money haha. We spent more on the rewards than we made.
Stoked!
Thank you!!
just started my mobile coffee cart business for event catering! I really want to learn what permits and requirements i need
Awesome info! What do you propose the method of making concentrate of cold brew for use in making iced latte's (instead of espresso)?
Starting a coffee cart in GA, only plan on doing private events with a collapsible cart. Do you guys offer any type of barista training? I need help learning how to work the espresso machine 😭
I’m an Army veteran recently moved to Atlanta area and looking for a mentor whats the best way to go about that? Thanks love your videos they so inspirational.
$2k a week for me would be 😃 I make $300 in my regular job. Do you guys have any recommendations on a starter machine? I'm pretty sure you mentioned it but I don't know about brands. Thank you and thank you for this video. It was great information and it got me encouraged and motivated to looking into havingy own business. 😊
Our recommendation is the La Marzocco GS3. You'll pay a premium up front, but they're tanks and parts are readily available when it breaks. Most espresso techs are well versed in LM machines as well.
@@valor.coffee thanks so much 😊🙏🏼 and thank you for all the info you shared on your podcast. It's great 😊 I wish continue success to you and your team this coming year. Happy holidays
Alright, this may be a super dumb and borderline/definitely sacrilegious question but when you talk about starting a coffee cart sans espresso machine and focusing on cold brew I have to ask, why not make a “cold brew” hot latte or cappuccino with steamed milk or like a cafe au lait or americano-ish drink with cold brew to add a hot beverage option? I know heat changes things but is it possible to make a tasty hot beverage with cold brew concentrate? Cause I’ve tried it and I gotta say I didn’t hate it… thoughts? Please don’t hate me. :)
You could totally do that! Innovate and you might find something amazing. You'd have to figure out a scalable way of steaming milk, which is usually an espresso machine.
Is there link with their cart and equipment?
🔥🔥
When doing farmers markets/events do you need a vendors license or permit?
Recommendation for a single portafilter espresso machine for a coffee cart?
01:22:02
Do you sell the coffee carts? Sorry wasn’t able to watch 2 hours 😢
For anyone discouraged with the cost. You can 100% set up a cart for 2k or under.
Any thoughts on the Ascaso Baby T Plus for use on a cart?
We discuss our blanket thoughts on all other espresso machines in the equipment section at 01:22:02
That's what we use for our cart. We love it so far!
I'll need your help
Please, stop making the noise when you guys drink coffee,
Uuhhgg.....I guess anyone with a microphone.....geez
Oh don’t be sad, go buy yourself a microphone 🥹
Not sure who you guys are but its great info and great video except for the guy in green. He is annoying and what he says is so childish and zero value add.
this comment has zero value add.