Oxygen foam cocktail bar

Groups of friends, couples on date nights, tourists and people looking for something different in a nightlife area.

Selling drinks at a premium over a standard pour, with the foam as the draw. Extra income can come from private bookings and tasting nights.

• Bartending and drink creation
• Customer service
• Managing stock and costs
• Marketing a new concept on social media

• Liquor license rules vary a lot by state and city, and some areas cap licenses or make them costly. Check early
• Health department permit and food handler requirements for the equipment, ingredients and foam
• Check that any gas or foaming equipment is food-grade and allowed locally, and avoid health claims about oxygen
• General liability and liquor liability insurance, plus workers' compensation once you hire
• Novelty can fade, so plan for repeat customers with a good core menu

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $50,000 to $250,000, depending on the premises, fit-out and equipment. Monthly revenue is estimated at around $10,000 to $50,000, depending on location, menu pricing and how busy the bar is.

Liquor license rules vary a lot by state and city, and some areas cap licenses or make them costly, so check early. Also check health department permits and food handler requirements, and whether your foam equipment is food-grade and allowed locally.

You need bartending and drink creation skills, customer service, stock and cost management, and social media marketing. Look into general liability and liquor liability insurance. Expect at least around 35 hours a week, and plan a strong core menu for repeat customers.