Sell happiness on a stick with Frios Gourmet Pops, the mobile gourmet popsicle franchise revolutionizing the frozen dessert industry. With 100+ locations nationwide, the iconic tie-dyed Sweet Ride brings handcrafted pops made from fresh ingredients to festivals, neighborhoods, corporate events, and private parties. Low investment, simple operations, and a scalable model make this the perfect franchise for Happiness Hustlers!
Frios Gourmet Pops Top 5 Reasons to Invest:
- Low investment starting at $62,925 — no brick-and-mortar required
- Mobile Sweet Ride holds 1,200 pops ($6,000 revenue potential per load)
- Pre-made products shipped to you — no cooking or prep work
- Multiple revenue streams: festivals, parties, neighborhoods, wholesale
- Health-conscious options: dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan pops
Own a Frios Gourmet Pops Franchise
Frios Gourmet Pops has redefined the frozen dessert experience with a modern take on the nostalgic ice cream truck. The iconic Sweet Ride — a tie-dyed mobile van equipped with freezers, LED lighting, and a sound system — brings handcrafted gourmet popsicles directly to customers at festivals, neighborhoods, corporate events, and private parties.
With over 100 locations serving joy on a stick across the United States, Frios has built a proven business model centered on quality products, comprehensive training, and ongoing support. All pops are crafted at central facilities using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and shipped directly to franchisees — no cooking or prep work required.
The global frozen dessert market is projected to reach $398.64 billion by 2027, growing at 7.9% CAGR. Consumer demand for healthier sweet treats continues rising, creating opportunity for brands like Frios that offer artisanal alternatives to mass-produced frozen desserts. With dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options, Frios caters to diverse dietary needs while delivering premium flavors like key lime pie, caramel cheesecake, and blue raspberry.
Why Invest in Frios Gourmet Pops?
Our proven mobile dessert model delivers exceptional results for franchisees seeking a fun, flexible business.
- Low Overhead, High Margins: No brick-and-mortar lease, minimal staff (1-2 people), simple equipment. Just a freezer stocked with gourmet pops and a Sweet Ride ready to roll.
- Pre-Made Products: All pops are handcrafted at Frios headquarters in Mobile, Alabama and shipped directly to you. No cooking, no prep, no industrial kitchen required.
- Multiple Revenue Streams: Sell at festivals, neighborhood drives, birthday parties, corporate events, street parking, pop drops (delivery), and wholesale accounts to coffee shops, restaurants, and concession stands.
- Mobile Flexibility: Bring the business to your customers. Choose your hours, events, and locations. Work when and where it suits you best.
- Scalable Model: Start with one Sweet Ride and add vans or carts as you grow. Minimal additional staffing or equipment needed to expand.
ABF Exclusive Insights
Market Analysis: The frozen dessert market is booming, projected to reach nearly $400 billion by 2027. Post-COVID health awareness has consumers seeking alternatives to traditional ice cream. Frios capitalizes on this trend with artisanal pops made from fresh ingredients and options for every dietary restriction.
Competitive Advantage: Unlike traditional ice cream trucks selling mass-produced products, Frios offers handcrafted gourmet pops with premium flavors that appeal to adults and kids alike. The Sweet Ride’s distinctive tie-dye branding creates instant recognition and social media appeal at events.
ABF Investment Tip: Festival and event catering is the real revenue driver. A single busy festival can generate weeks’ worth of sales in one day. Territories are designed around population (150,000) and mapped to include local festivals and events. Franchisees who aggressively book events see the strongest returns.
Training & Support
Frios ensures franchisees launch successfully with hands-on training and ongoing support from day one.
- Pittsburgh Training: All new franchise owners train at Frios’ satellite office in Pittsburgh, PA with hands-on experience in the Sweet Ride covering business operations, marketing, and pop handling.
- Event Booking Support: The team helps identify events in your territory, teaches you how to book them, and provides guidance on pricing and logistics to maximize profit potential.
- Inventory Management: Simplified supply chain with pops shipped directly from headquarters. Fewer SKUs means inventory headaches are eliminated.
- Franchisee Community: Ongoing roundtable discussions connect you with other franchise owners who share knowledge and experiences. With Frios, you own a business but you’re never in business alone.
- Marketing Resources: Access to marketing materials, social media templates, and promotional strategies to build brand awareness in your community.
Who Makes the Best Frios Franchise Owner?
Frios seeks “Happiness Hustlers” — entrepreneurs who want to have fun, spread joy, and make money. The flexible model suits those seeking control over their schedule while building a scalable business.
Strong franchisees are creative and outgoing, comfortable booking events and engaging with customers. Whether you want to operate a single Sweet Ride solo or build a multi-unit Frios empire with staff and multiple vehicles, the franchise team works with you to achieve your entrepreneurial dreams.
No food service experience required. The simple operations — pre-made products, minimal equipment, straightforward inventory — make Frios accessible to first-time business owners ready to hustle happiness on a stick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does it cost to open a Frios Gourmet Pops franchise? A: Total investment ranges from $62,925 to $93,775 including the $37,500 franchise fee, Sweet Ride down payment, initial inventory, and startup costs.
Q: What is the Sweet Ride? A: The Sweet Ride is Frios’ mobile van — a tie-dyed vehicle with freezers, LED lighting, and sound system that brings gourmet pops to neighborhoods, festivals, and events. A standard Sweet Ride holds up to 1,200 pops.
Q: Do I need food service experience? A: No. All pops are pre-made at Frios headquarters and shipped to you. There’s no cooking or prep work. Training covers everything you need to operate successfully.
Q: How large is a Frios territory? A: Territories typically cover about 150,000 population in contiguous zip codes. Frios reviews demographics, festivals, events, parks, and sports leagues to ensure strong territory potential.
Q: What revenue streams are available? A: Multiple options including festival and event sales, neighborhood drives, birthday and private parties, corporate events, pop drops (delivery), street parking, and wholesale accounts to local businesses.
Q: How much can I make per pop? A: Pops typically retail for $5-6 each with strong margins. Wholesale accounts purchase at $2-2.50 and resell, creating hands-free recurring revenue. At festivals, premium pricing is possible.
Next Steps
Ready to become a Happiness Hustler and bring gourmet pops to your community? Complete the form below to connect with the Frios Gourmet Pops franchise development team and explore available territories.
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