Q&A with Karl Norman, retained agent for Black Sheep Coffee
We spoke with Karl Norman, retained agent for Black Sheep Coffee
Name: Karl Norman
Role: Retained agent for Black Sheep Coffee
Who are Black Sheep Coffee?
Black Sheep Coffee was started by Gabriel and Eirik who were flatmates in college. They decided to quit their jobs on the same day to “Leave The Herd Behind” and embark on a coffee journey together.
Their mission was to "rid the world of boring, average-tasting coffee" and to create a brand that stood out
They travelled the world "searching for the perfect bean" and launched the first and only 100% specialty- grade Robusta coffee in a market dominated by arabica
How many locations do Black Sheep Coffee currently have?
Circa 100 locations in the UK predominantly in Shopping Centre, High Street and Airport locations. Also recently opened in UAE and the first store has now opened in the US in Dallas with a Drive thru in Dallas set to open very shortly!
Target locations?
Prominent Roadside/Retail Park drive-thru locations with good visibility and prominence.
How many new locations are you targeting?
As many as possible!
Size requirements?
Ideally 1,800-2,000 sqft
Additional requirements?
Adjacent car parking and outside seating area if possible
Planning consent?
Drive-thru consent for coffee shop
Freehold or Leasehold?
Leasehold
Recent openings or new locations in the pipeline?
Just opened at Edinburgh Airport, Fishergate Preston, Dundee and the 3rd unit in Glasgow. Opening shortly on Broughton Shopping Park, Chester, Richmond, Silverburn, Liverpool Whitechapel and Watford.
Additional Questions:
What are the main challenges you face when acquiring new property?
The drive thru market still remains very competitive but Black Sheep offer something different for the out of town market.
Favourite occupier?
Punjab Indian Restaurant, Seven Dials. Great Restaurant!
What is your favourite building?
The Shard
Favourite retail or leisure destination?
The High Line and Hudsons Yard, New York
Contact details
Email – karl@eshp.com
Tel – 07880 558305
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