Exploring Profit Potential in a Mobile Coffee Van Business

Curious about the earnings potential of a mobile coffee van business? Well, the answer is as nuanced as the perfect cup of coffee. Let's break down the factors influencing your income in this caffeinated venture.

1. Coffee Sales and Pricing:

• How many coffees will you sell, and what sizes are on your menu? Consider small (8oz) at $4.10, medium (12oz) at $5.00, and large (16oz) at $5.90 (excluding GST).

• Cost per sale includes coffee, cup, lid, milk, and sugar. Small costs $0.92, medium costs $1.38, and large costs $1.84.

2. Cold Drinks:

• Adding smoothies and frappes to the mix? They sell for $7.10, with a cost per sale of $1.90 (GST not included).

3. Fixed Costs:

• Don't forget the essentials – fuel, registration, insurance, and maintenance.

• Fuel costs hinge on your daily travel distance, influenced by the efficiency of your engineered run.

• Insurance costs consider your history and vehicle storage.

• Including registration and maintenance, fixed costs are around $7,000 to $8,000 per year.

4. Financing:

• Cost of finance varies based on circumstances. For this exercise, let's consider around $14,000 per annum over a 10-year term.

5. Income from Events:

• How many events will you attend? Sporting fixtures, weddings, markets.

• On average, let's say around 25 events annually, with coffee sales at each event ranging from 50 to 500 cups. A conservative guess puts the average at 150 cups per event.

Certainly, a myriad of variables and uncertainties come into play. But fear not, clarity is at your fingertips. We offer an interactive profit calculator that we're happy to share. Simply contact us via info@espressotogo.com.au, and we'll email the spreadsheet to you.