The Organic Coffee Co.
Esquires The Organic Coffee Co. is expanding its footprint in Ireland with the launch of its first company-operated locations, marking a significant strategic move beyond its traditional franchise model.
Esquires is proud to announce the opening of four new company-operated locations in Dairygold Co-op Superstores in Midleton, Mallow, Carrigaline in Cork, and Raheen in County Limerick. Unlike previous outlets, which operate under the brand’s established franchise system, these new stores will be wholly operated and managed by Esquires Coffee Ireland. The expansion represents a milestone for the brand, introducing a combined growth model that incorporates both franchise and company-operated stores.
The new locations will be developed in partnership with Dairygold Co-op Superstores, reinforcing a shared commitment to quality, sustainability, and local community values.
“We’re very excited about this strategic evolution in our business model,” said Brendan Duigenan, Managing Director of Esquires Coffee Ireland. “While franchising remains a core part of our growth, these new company-operated stores allow us to enhance our direct connection with customers and communities as we continue expanding our brand across the country.”
The new Esquires Coffee stores in Dairygold Co-Op Superstores in Raheen, Midleton, Mallow, and Carrigaline will open 7 days a week, where customers can enjoy Esquires’ signature organic coffee alongside a fresh, contemporary food menu.
Brian Taylor, Retail Area Manager at Dairygold Co-Op Superstores, commented on the opening, saying: “We are very excited to welcome four new Esquire Cafes in our Co-Op Superstores branches in Raheen, Mallow, Midleton and Carrigaline. This partnership with Esquires demonstrates our shared values of being at the heart of local communities”.
Founded in Ireland in 2001, Esquires Coffee has grown into one of the country’s most respected boutique coffeehouse chains, now boasting 18 locations nationwide. Known for its 100% organic and Fairtrade-certified coffee, Esquires is part of the international Esquires Coffee brand, originally founded in Canada in 1993. The Irish operations are owned by Cooks Coffee Company, a New Zealand-based enterprise overseeing the brand’s global development.
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