The Spice & Tea Exchange® Accelerates Growth with New Franchise Signings and Upcoming Openings in Key U.S. Markets

June 10, 2026 // Franchising.com // ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – The Spice & Tea Exchange announced the signing of three new franchise agreements and two upcoming store openings in key growth markets across the United States.

The newly signed agreements include:

• New Smyrna Beach, Florida
• Zionsville, Indiana
• Portland, Maine

In addition, the brand recently opened a new location in Stuart, Florida, and is preparing to open another store in Eureka Springs, Arkansas in the coming months.

“These signings and upcoming openings reflect the continued momentum behind our brand and the growing demand for experiential retail concepts centered around food, wellness, and discovery,” said Amy Freeman, Founder & CEO of The Spice & Tea Exchange®. “We are attracting franchisees who recognize the value of a concept that combines immersive in-store experiences with multiple revenue opportunities and strong community appeal.”

In addition to in-store retail, the business offers multiple revenue channels, including seasonal gifting, curated collections, and an e-commerce platform that extends customer engagement beyond the store level.

“Our franchise model is designed to support long-term sustainability through multiple customer touchpoints,” said Tatum Crews, Vice President of Sales. “From tourism-driven traffic and in-store discovery to repeat online purchasing and holiday gifting, franchisees have the opportunity to build lasting customer relationships year-round.”

Development timelines and grand opening details for new locations will be announced in the coming months.

SOURCE The Spice & Tea Exchange

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