My Shave Ice Business Setup after 3 Years in Business

[@conyawatkins8313]

Thanks for sharing your information. Some people seem to be so secretive. This video will help so many people who are looking to start their own business.

[@oi812NM]

You are a very genuine, generous and kind person. Some of those tips you give are pure gold. It’s very specific information that you only have. Not many people take the time to answer questions of this sort. A good many people don’t see the purpose. You’re a good man who is a teacher, businessman, and very hard working individual. I see you use quick books for your business, so you are careful with your money. You take care of the general health by abiding by all health regulations. You have employees whom you pay which contributes so very much to communities by assuring pay and payment of taxes, and are the very backbone of our country. Awesome!

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[@thehaddocks]

Thanks

[@roarzilla]

@Andrey Diaz-Ortega why

[@maryannvaldez3850]

Thank you for your selfless sharing . I appreciate it very much . Wishing you more blessings 🙌

[@jimmylawrence2527]

Hey Thanks for all your videos I appreciate your kindness to share your knowledge

[@trudylemke5309]

Really nice setup you have. You are really organized. Thanks for sharing.

[@Pinaytraveler101]

I like your set up . Thank you for sharing . I'm planning to open my shaved ice . This great help in giving me an idea on the set up.

[@jonsizemore5136]

I appreciate the sincere detailed explanations you share.

[@higherlevelg.m.5253]

Nice. Thank you for considering the short persons

[@phil7121]

This guy's doing the Lord's work

[@dddrjuegos2658]

Hi, thank you for sharing your business setup

[@PG143JP]

Thank you so much for all of the great info! I plan to visit when I'm in Utah! Good bless!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Thanks for sharing - you've helped people with a money making idea.

[@colejenkins-vr1rf]

Thank you for the videos, Ive reached out and asked for help from a stand, in another state, that I was a customer at got crickets

[@matthewwalters117]

Hey brother, where do you recomend buying the concentrates from? My wife and i are working to start one up and we want to have quality flavors. Thanks in advance.

[@thehaddocks]

I use Southern Snow. They taste great.

[@s.suarez4365]

Thank you for sharing and making it a nice video to watch! Great job with your set up and execution!!

[@boby6197]

Thanks a lot for this informative video.

[@shoppersplaza286]

You have great information video recorded you are very kind to share info, I m planing to start this business but i want ice thicker texture how can I get? I m going to make indian style ice popsicles, so ice need be shaved thicker, also Where do you get plastic ice block moulds? And could u name water filter system and where can I get?

[@akeilatasby6501]

Great video, thank you for sharing!

[@williamwatson8796]

Man, You got it Goin On...!! Thank You for an Awesome Insight.... Very Interesting.... Little by Little, Better and Better... Very Organized.... Keep it Up...!! BillinL.A. 9/11/22.

[@whitegoosejuvy]

Awesome setup

[@kareneastman9695]

🙂It looks Fantastic.:-)😀😛Shaved ice and shave ice are or seem like the exact same thing.😲😛Wow!!! :-D That's interesting.

[@jasonsinclair6341]

I just found your YT channel and absolutely love it. I’m learning so much. I have questions regarding your Fujimarcas shavers. On the website, it says they’re not NSF certified, is that an issue with Health Inspections?

[@markholloway9638]

Thank you for the videos. You are an inspiration!

[@MrWillcleary]

Hey, how are you? I appreciate you taking the time to answer all these questions. My question is based on metrics how big is your freezer? How many blocks of ice can you put in inside freezer and how many shave vices can you get out of one block?

[@thehaddocks]

My freezer is 16 cu ft and holds 120 ice blocks that are 1/2 gallon.

[@blpowers1954]

Love your videos. What do use for your sugar Free syrup?

[@209skaterj6]

cool vid I always wanted to start a business

[@prettybeauty8384]

Can you share the brand/name of the ice shaver used before you purchased the Fujimarca? I'm looking for a more affordable option then will upgrade after a profit is made and demand increases.

[@RatuWulandari]

I hope oneday you can franchise your business. Hello from Indonesia

[@thehaddocks]

Hello thank you! Success to you as well

[@Miss.G]

Thanks for the insight... wish you all the best! :)

[@starsoul_7]

Thank you for the information

[@lanehorn4644]

Where did you purchase your machine. I know HTK has them. I was impressed with your video. Thanks much.

[@rashaunanichols6936]

Hey thank you for such transparency. Where did you purchase the osmosis machine and filter? Cost?

[@yolandagelin8224]

@@rashaunanichols6936 I have this same question

[@marnygriffin2591]

Thank you for sharing, greatly appreciate it.

[@allstarjumperspr]

Looks great

[@petermartinez9796]

regarding your soft serve machine when you close for the day do you have to clean it out and do the process to maintain it everyday?

[@hypersports4796]

Thanks for sharing your video. I really like how you invested in a purification system for the ice making. I was wondering is there any state or federal law that requires what type of can containers to use for making and storing the ice ?

[@jlmcgill2031]

What notifications would you make if you had a mobile trailer?

[@tropicallion5256]

Thank you for your videos! Very informative and helpful! Roughly, how many cups of shave ice can you get out of one ice block? Thanks in advance.

[@thehaddocks]

About 8 4 oz flower cups piled high.

[@tropicallion5256]

The Haddocks thank you!!!

[@affiliatewireless8435]

The Haddocks What is the name of the machine on the left? The two Fujimark machines are awesome.

[@savedbyJESUS777]

@@affiliatewireless8435 SaniServ, (@0:26 click the time stamp, it will show you) it's a Soft Serve Ice Cream Machine.

[@potsbbq9863]

I’ve been debating on building a shaved ice truck. Where did you get your ice shaver and supplies. And advise on what to buy and not buy? Thanks

[@alistairc7376]

Hi thanks great video! How do you make the sugar free syrup? And does it cost more to do so?

[@thehaddocks]

You can buy a packet to make sugar free syrup from southern snow.

[@SouthernHomestay]

@@thehaddocks, thank you for your helpful video. My family name is Southern and we had a snow cone stand that I ran when I was in elementary school. I am retired and will be 74 this month. I would like to open a mobile snow cone stand that my grandchildren can work in, and I had planned on calling it Southern Snow, but I see that you have just referenced a company that already uses that name. Is there a way to research company names to avoid future legal difficulties if I create a business and find out that name has previously been used. Are these names proprietary and registered anywhere like a copywrite?

[@mamamesen]

Can you do a video on how you clean your syrup bottles?

[@washeduppowerwashing5876]

Very nice 👌

[@erikaprothow178]

Thanks for this video. Are you still in business?

[@sputnik1249]

Thanks for sharing man. I'm planning to open one up in my city with a few arcade games inside but the one store near here gets a TON of people and my store will be in an even busier area so do you recommend I buy the big commercial machines and the block ice maker too? The ice maker is about 8k and machine about 2.5k.

[@prettybrownskinindiangirl3859]

hello love from India 🇮🇳 ❤️sorry , im 1 year late but how is your snow come business going ? wish you luck ❤️

[@mimigzlz86]

Do you find it more cost efficient to make your own syrup from concentrate? Do you know the margin difference?

[@hmvtwhite4764]

Hi , can you demonstrate how you use your fondont roller to hollow out the snow cone?

[@stevearmas2864]

Hi, I would like to see that too. Thanks

[@erikaprothow178]

Thank you for this video. How do you flavor once you have the simple syrup?

[@markpease6565]

Have you had any issues with the ice freezing and cracking? When making your ice tubs? Does the RO system help with this? Thanks!!

[@thehaddocks]

Once in a while. Usually it’s from overfilling the container. I think the RO system helps with less cracking.

[@rimkamaldinov9954]

Hello, thanks for the video! How many do you sell per a day? And which flavour is most popular in your city?

[@thehaddocks]

I sell about 100+ a day. The most popular flavors for us are Tigers Blood, Blue Raspberry, Cotton Candy, Peach, and Pina colada.

[@rudymichalek2337]

Do you have a technique to make sure you put enough syrup, like measuring or anything? Getting into the business and was curious. Thanks in advance!

[@thehaddocks]

I don’t I just do what looks right

[@rogeliomartinez6301]

hey hows it going @thehaddocks i was wondering where did you buy the half gallon buckets ?

[@fvesam510]

Hi may i ask how much you charge for your cones? But more what you charge for the cone you insert soft ice cream into the center. What do you call them? Do you serve as is or add toppings? Ive never seen these before. Thank you so much in advance.

[@jeremyblodgett9077]

Can you tell me what kind of ice machine you have again? A Fuji Marka?

[@chrisellemuna8534]

Hi! What machine did you use prior? And what are all the clear syrups/sugars for?

[@thehaddocks]

I used the great northern polar cub. It’s worth it to buy the more expensive fujimarca though.

[@denisehatter5149]

Thanks for the video. What is your pricing for your cones? I want to start on this nes journey of selling shaved ice.

[@henrykelley4666]

Hello thank you for your time and information. My wife and I are converting a school bus to a food truck and really not sure what to serve as of now. Would this be a good business to get in ? Henry Kelley

[@thehaddocks]

Every food business is good to get into. You need to have a product that sets you apart and you need to be able to serve it fast.

[@janiceview]

Thank you so, so much!!

[@trayrichards1653]

Where did you purchase the plastic ice buckets from?

[@flrican3938]

How much was start up ? Also are you renting a space?

[@thehaddocks]

Yes i am renting space that i share with my other business a boutique. Start up for me was about $3K

[@balpolestico9090]

Very interested, can you give the details about the business

[@thehaddocks]

Bal Polestico Yes what details?

[@Jameelt24]

The Haddocks I have a question. Sorry to jump in. How many cups did you sell on average daily when you first opened. Before you developed a following?

[@followthewhiterabbit8561]

I noticed you're getting your concentrate from Southern Snow. How do you like their flavors and how does it compare to others? Thank you.

[@thehaddocks]

I like them. They have good flavor and the best price I have found. They also have a huge selection.

[@Britishone22]

Great video. What is the difference between Hawaiian shaved ice, and what you offer or is it the same?

[@thehaddocks]

Yes Hawaiian shave ice is made with a vertical block shaver. The fujimarca shaver is actually sold in Hawaii.

[@delpy8583]

What kind of freezer do you have? Would this one work? Frigidaire 19.8-cu ft Manual Defrost Chest Freezer White Or which one do you recommend? And for the cash register, can you send me the link on that as well?

[@trudylemke5309]

Can you show us you retail boutique.

[@followthewhiterabbit8561]

Could you tell me the exact mix of your 32 oz bottles? You add your syrup (which already contains benzoat/citric acid) and then you add in your concentrate? How much of each do you need to make those 32 oz flavor bottles ready to pour ?

[@livingaboard]

richard seymore you follow the directions of your concentrate

[@followthewhiterabbit8561]

yeah but there's no directions for 1 quart/32 ounce mixes. im bad at math. can you help with the conversions?

[@followthewhiterabbit8561]

I think the same process he's doing in the video is what I'm trying to replicate . I feel like the 1 quart/32 ounce bottles fill as you go is the best process for me. I want to know how much concentrate/water/benzoate/citric acid he uses for the bottles please. that would help so much.

[@kiwaimoana6729]

Is any water ok to make block ice? Like tap water? Or does it has to be certain water?

[@BRONXBOMBER26X]

Smart kid … but guess im the kid since im 29 with no business yet but still thinking about what could work in my area … Im Puerto rican from nyc and ive seen a lot in my 21 years growing up in nyc ..but this business is clean , convenient and also has a dam mini mart in the back .. From 02721

[@benmorris768]

How did you get started? Did you start with this setup?

[@theprolorenzo]

Hello sir, great set up you have there. May I ask what is a better machine, Hatsuyuki HS 500-E or the the Fujimarca?

[@thehaddocks]

They are similar machines. I would go with the fujimarca.

[@tywonex2]

@@thehaddocksWhere can I purchase the Fujimarca machine

[@thehaddocks]

@@tywonex2 from Shaveicesupplies.com

[@esterhernandez9593]

Thank you for your video very helpful. Where do you buy your ice buckets.the ones I've been using break from bottom and how much do you fill a one gallon bucket size. The ice that I have been making shatters to pieces it's been very frustrating 😵😵 any info would help thx in advance

[@thehaddocks]

I get them locally for a little over a dollar from Price Container in Willard UT. You have to leave some space for expansion you can't fill them up all the way.

[@Samoan_Diecast]

Hi. You have to let the ice sweat. Till it looks like its wet.

[@proudasiangirl576]

I want to come and eat one! The only question I have is where are you located. LOL

[@PG143JP]

Viewers if you have questions please read through the comments and answers. I noticed a lot of people ask the same questions he has already answered 😆😉🙏🏻👍🏻

[@joeblow3939]

UV light tube on your water kills any bacteria that may be in your water. 👍👍 Very nice setup. Can you put out a sidewalk add board ?

[@thehaddocks]

Yes i have an A frame sign outside.

[@dreamusiq5627]

Heyy bro can you please post a link to the shaving machine

[@markholloway9638]

Hi! I was wondering where to purchase the receipt printer and register drawer?

[@thehaddocks]

Quick books cash register plus bundle. It used to be less than $300 and came with a free level of quick books. I think they have discontinued it but you can still find it once in a while through eBay

[@JennCharles]

Where do you purchase your syrup bottles from with pumps?

[@islandsnowcafe5672]

have you tried freezing bigger blocks?

[@monicaortiz1211]

How can I make my syrup dicker because I went by your measurements but my simple syrup is still very watery and I like for it to be thicker like the actual syrup ready to use syrup

[@gabrieltorres9109]

Where can I find those buckets for ice?

[@thehaddocks]

Amazon or ebay just search 64 oz container

[@rohanansari7761]

Goodjob

[@jenniferteets1767]

I love the cups you are using. Would you mind sharing where you purchase them from? Also, thank you so much for the video and for sharing.

[@thehaddocks]

Hypothermias

[@rachelblackett3557]

Hi! What do consider a season to be for you? From when to when?

[@thehaddocks]

We are open all year because we are attached to a boutique i own. I consider the season May 15 to September 15.

[@CameramanYT123]

How do you make pink leche

[@thehaddocks]

I don’t know we don’t have pink leche.

[@mobandz3017]

What’s the simple syrup for ?

[@michaelyoung6837]

Man u got d works

[@gotmagictricks3074]

Have you given any thought to adding Italian water ice to your shave ice menu? I was thinking of doing both or just one of them.

[@kaydavis8377]

Love it!!! 😁

[@fisher1496]

I'm just wondering how many cones on average would you sell per day? Im about to open my own store and just looking for some information. thanks!

[@thehaddocks]

I sell 100-200 per day

[@reeceeooo2671]

Do you still use Southern Snow syrup?

[@xavier2528]

What benefit is having a computer vs a square set up. Cost vs efficiency.

[@thehaddocks]

Square is 2.75% for Credit cards I pay cost plus so I pay a lot less than that. Also I use a free level of quickbooks so it costs me nothing.

[@recipequeen7850]

could you share where you're buying the ice buckets? I'm from another country so no competition :) and I've asked this before but to get the response from you would be wonderful, at what temperature do you freeze the ice blocks?

[@thehaddocks]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3KqnX-Yg7lrobM

[@thehaddocks]

Here is a video I made of where I get everything

[@recipequeen7850]

@@thehaddocks thank you

[@followthewhiterabbit8561]

Hey Haddocks. Another question. How do you make your "snow cap", condensed milk topping? Do you offer that to your customers or no?

[@thehaddocks]

sweetened condensed milk mixed with a little simple syrup or heavy whipping cream.

[@jimmylawrence2527]

Why should you have so many flavors? Too many choices? Your thoughts?

[@thehaddocks]

Good point. I talk about that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3vLmqV6m7eoibcsi=faBteAlOewruNokB

[@ptatojam]

do u have any ilife hacks to pop out the ice from the ice container? cus it takes some time for me to pop out the ice from its container, i pour a not too hot water to the container so the ice can beb poped out from its place after a minute. hope u understand my messy English

[@thehaddocks]

I let it sit on the counter for 10-15 minutes to temper

[@akuabataokoye1429]

What’s the name of the first machine shown please

[@tokentalk5369]

What kind of machine did you have before?

[@cykosyc]

do you have a spreadsheet of costs of supplies and syrups? where do you get your supplies from? what are your prices?

[@cameronbales7454]

www.1-800-shaved-ice.com has good syrups that you can choose

[@davidmendoza8428]

NOT SURE IF YOU WILL SHARE HOW TO MAKE THE SNOW CONE SYRUP

[@thehaddocks]

Yes here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYndZoCfh7BnjZI

[@jacobmartinez4892]

How do you extract the ice from out of the bucket. Without breaking the buckets . Is it simply tempering the ice to allow it to thaw until it falls out and is ready for use??

[@thehaddocks]

I let them sit on the counter and temper. Sometimes i need to use the block before it is done tempering. I simply run it under warm water until it comes out of the bucket. The buckets break from overfilling and freezing not from removing the product.

[@jacobmartinez4892]

@@thehaddocks thank you for the tip! What would you say is a good amount of water to put inside the buckets so they don't expand and break the plastic?

[@thehaddocks]

@@jacobmartinez4892 I leave about a half inch from the top.

[@jacobmartinez4892]

@@thehaddocks sounds good thanks again

[@jimmanley3717]

Hi what syrups did u test prior to deciding on yours?

[@nineang9999]

I woud love to watch this open. And sell.