Aroma Joe’s, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted beverage franchises, is proud to announce the opening of its newest location at 65 Haverhill Street in Methuen, Mass. The newly built, 800-square-foot drive-thru location expands the brand’s footprint in Massachusetts and reinforces its commitment to serving local communities with positivity, passion, and exceptional coffee.
First-time Aroma Joe’s franchisee Chandrasekhara Raju Muppala, who goes by ‘MC’ for short, has wanted to be an entrepreneur since childhood and has now achieved this goal. He is originally from India, where he studied electrical engineering; he moved to the U.S. in 2001 and has worked in IT in various roles and companies. He first discovered the Aroma Joe’s brand about 10 years ago and became passionate about its high-quality coffee and dedication to creating positive, personalized experiences. He also looks forward to becoming more involved in community activities in Methuen. Muppala lives in Lee, N.H., with his wife and two daughters – one of whom is a barista at the Lee Aroma Joe’s.
“I want to make peoples’ days start with a smile and a nice coffee,” said Muppala. “I plan to serve coffee at the window myself to see the smiles from our customers. That is my passion, and if they share their feedback – that’s the best part.”
In addition to coffee, his family, and his IT career, Muppala also loves movies and has produced two regional Indian films.
The new Methuen shop will employ 15 to 20 local team members, creating new jobs while continuing Aroma Joe’s tradition of friendly, upbeat service.
Aroma Joe’s has become a major disruptor in the quick-service coffee space by delivering a uniquely personal approach. Unlike traditional drive-thru coffee chains, every order is taken face-to-face, ensuring customers feel valued and heard.