Northern Shore Capital, a private equity firm focused on healthcare services and consumer multi-unit businesses, announced it has acquired a majority stake in Texas Coffee Partners, a Texas-based franchisee of 7 Brew. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Texas Coffee Partners operates 15 locations across Houston, San Antonio, and Austin, and the partnership aims to accelerate the brand’s expansion across Texas. Northern Shore Capital highlighted 7 Brew’s strong culture, franchisor support, and rapid-growth model as key drivers of the investment.
The deal reflects Northern Shore Capital’s strategy of partnering with scalable consumer businesses, leveraging operational expertise and real estate development capabilities to drive expansion. Texas Coffee Partners leadership emphasized that the firm’s experience in multi-unit operations and its Strategic Resource Group will support both new unit development and same-store growth.
Legal advisory for Northern Shore Capital was provided by Mayer Brown.
7 Brew, founded in Rogers, Arkansas, has grown to more than 650 stands nationwide, offering a range of espresso-based drinks, energy beverages, teas, and specialty sodas through a drive-thru-focused model.
KEY QUOTES
“We are pleased to partner with TCP to collectively grow 7 Brew in Texas. 7 Brew is a tremendous brand with a strong, collaborative culture and incredible franchisor support. These factors enable franchisees like TCP to rapidly scale their businesses through both de novo and same-store sales growth.”
Hans Pusch, Founding Partner, Northern Shore Capital
“This partnership marks an important milestone in advancing our mission to invest in leading businesses across the consumer and healthcare sectors.”
Scott Barry, Founding Partner, Northern Shore Capital
“NSC brings more than capital to the table — they bring decades of operational experience. Their dedicated Strategic Resource Group gives us immediate access to seasoned operators.”
Eric Wollenhaupt, President, Texas Coffee Partners
“NSC’s track record in real estate development and multi-unit consumer operations will accelerate TCP’s expansion across Texas.”
Norman Abdallah, Shareholder, Texas Coffee Partners
