Business idea · Physical-Services
Mobile Beverage Station for Gas Stations
Mobile Beverage Station for Gas Stations is a mobile beverage service set up at gas stations, offering a variety of drinks including nitro coffee and other trendy beverages. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "This Cheap Business in a Box Makes $2K+ a Day - Ep. #297" (aired May 5, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | This Cheap Business in a Box Makes $2K+ a Day - Ep. #297 |
| Aired | May 5, 2026 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | Mark's Iced Coffee Cart, Coffee in a Keg, Tap Truck, Mark's Nitro Coffee, Car Wash Coffee, Gas Station Coffee |
The problem it solves
Gas stations often lack appealing beverage options, which can limit customer satisfaction and sales. A mobile station provides a unique offering that can attract more customers.
How it makes money
Revenue generated through beverage sales at the station, with potential partnership agreements or profit-sharing models with gas station owners.
Skills you need
Operational management, sales and marketing, customer service, and knowledge of beverage preparation.
The market, and why this works now
Gas station owners with locations near busy highways often face customer dissatisfaction due to limited beverage choices. The rise of mobile point-of-sale systems like Square makes it easy to implement a beverage station quickly. Initial revenue could be generated by promoting the service through local Facebook groups targeting commuters. Founders may encounter challenges with the regulatory requirements for food and beverage permits, which can extend the timeline for launch and increase initial costs.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Mark's Iced Coffee Cart
Mark operates a business selling iced coffee from a modified Home Depot tool cart, which he transformed into a mobile coffee stand.
- Coffee in a Keg
A business that brews coffee and packages it in kegs for service, targeting food service industries.
- Tap Truck
Tap Truck is a mobile bar service that operates beer-serving trucks at various events.
- Mark's Nitro Coffee
A mobile coffee business that serves nitro coffee and other beverages at events such as car shows, fairs, and festivals.
- Car Wash Coffee
A coffee service set up at hand car wash locations, serving customers while they wait for their cars to be cleaned.
- Gas Station Coffee
Coffee served at gas stations, often considered high-quality and convenient for customers on the go.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: This Cheap Business in a Box Makes $2K+ a Day - Ep. #297
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.