Where Is Dutch Bros From? Oregon’s Drive-Thru Coffee Chain With 1,136 Shops

Quick Answer

Dutch Bros was founded by the Boersma brothers in Grants Pass, Oregon, in 1992. It is known for drive-thru coffee stands, energy drinks, smoothies and highly customized drinks. It ended 2025 with 1,136 shops in 25 states after opening 154 that year, and targets 2,029 shops by 2029.

Dutch Bros at a Glance

Item	Details
Founded	1992, Grants Pass, Oregon
Shops	1,136 in 25 states (end of 2025)
Opened in 2025	154
Target	2,029 by 2029
Known for	Drive-thru, customized iced drinks

3 Lessons for Bubble Tea Operators

Young US customers love iced, customized drinks, much like bubble tea culture. See bubble tea in the US.
Drive-thru needs speed: see bar counter design.
Syrups and toppings drive variety: see syrups and popping boba.

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