Is an Amorino franchisee required to purchase gelato and sorbet from a specific supplier?
Amorino Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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The franchisee will sell gelato and sorbet, coffees, hot and cold drinks, candies, chocolates, cakes, cookies, waffles, crepes and other baked goods and related products from the Store, with the exception of a Mobile Structure outlet. Only gelato and sorbet are sold at a Mobile Structure outlet. The franchisee will sell gelato and sorbet made by our affiliate -18° from raw materials and sources known for exceptional quality and traditional production, using basic natural ingredients (including seasonal fruits) and only organic eggs, with no artificial colors or flavors.
We may grant you the right to open multiple Amorino Stores within a specific geographic area according to a development schedule, by entering into an Area Development Agreement with you. The development schedule, which we will negotiate with you before you sign the Area Development Agreement, will set the number of Amorino Stores you are required to open and the date by which each is to be open.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Amorino's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to purchase gelato and sorbet from a specific supplier. Specifically, franchisees must purchase gelato and sorbet made by Amorino's affiliate, -18°, using raw materials and sources known for exceptional quality and traditional production, using basic natural ingredients (including seasonal fruits) and only organic eggs, with no artificial colors or flavors.
This requirement ensures consistency and quality control across all Amorino stores. By mandating the use of -18° as the supplier, Amorino aims to maintain a uniform standard for its gelato and sorbet, which is a critical component of the brand's identity. This also limits the franchisee's ability to source ingredients independently, potentially impacting their operational flexibility and cost management.
-18° is the exclusive manufacturer and direct/indirect source of 100% of the frozen products necessary for the operation of an Amorino store in the United States. The gelato and sorbet is shipped from Paris in frozen, pre-measured pans of different sizes depending on the type of store. This arrangement centralizes the supply chain and ensures that franchisees receive products that meet Amorino's standards.
While this requirement ensures product consistency, prospective franchisees should consider the implications of relying on a single supplier located in Paris, France. Factors such as shipping costs, potential supply chain disruptions, and currency exchange rates could affect the franchisee's profitability and operational efficiency. It is important for potential franchisees to evaluate these factors carefully and discuss any concerns with Amorino before entering into a franchise agreement.