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7 Brew’s Explosive Growth
7 Brew Coffee may be the fastest-growing coffee chain in the US right now. The chain surged from just 14 locations at the start of 2022 to around 500 locations by October 2025. And average visits per location also increased significantly – indicating that despite the breakneck expansion, the drive-thru brand still has significant runway left to grow.
The chain's hypergrowth has been fueled by significant capital, including an equity investment from Blackstone in 2024 and a massive franchise agreement with the Flynn Group to develop an additional 160 stores. With a modular building model that allows for rapid deployment, 7 Brew is positioned to aggressively challenge major drive-thru competitors like Dutch Bros and Scooter's Coffee.
Riding the Drive-Thru Wave
7 Brew's success can also be linked to a broader rise in drive-thru-centric coffee concepts. The chart below illustrates the shifting category dynamics in recent years as leading drive-thru coffee chains – with Dutch Bros in the lead – commanding a growing share of overall coffee visits since 2019.
Even amid the broader rise of drive-thru coffee chains, 7 Brew’s growth continues to stand out. While the brand still holds a relatively small share of the overall coffee market, the brand’s proportional growth outpaces its peers, reflecting both aggressive unit expansion and strong consumer adoption. The chart also underscores how 7 Brew is increasingly carving out space within a segment historically dominated by brands like Dutch Bros – suggesting meaningful long-term competitive potential.
With drive-thru coffee continuing to surge in popularity and consumers gravitating toward convenience-forward formats, 7 Brew is well positioned to continue capturing incremental market share and solidifying its status as one of the fastest-rising brands in the category.
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