SEATTLE ,  March 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Baristas Coffee Company Inc. (OTC Pink: BCCI), a fast growing U.S. based beverage and branded products company, has today announced that it has filed its UFOC Disclosure Documents, Operations Manual, Franchise Agreements, Financials, and all required support documentation to become registered to sell franchises in its home state  Washington .

Now that it has completed this required step, Baristas plans to file in other states that require registration in order to sell franchises within that territory. This is the result of Baristas launching a major expansion push through its Franchising division. As of this date all operating locations are company owned.

Newly appointed Director of Franchising  Mike Reynolds stated, "Baristas offers a unique  opportunity within the franchising and coffee store segments. We have a very affordable build out cost based on our highly efficient small footprint, as well as compelling ROI's. Since I have been working with Baristas I have re-designed its franchise  marketing and support materials and have been working with many qualified potential franchise owners. Baristas has in my opinion one of the best franchise opportunities in the industry and clearly the best in its sector."

Barry Henthorn CEO commented; "Our decision to file in our home state was the result of strong inquires to franchise the Baristas model in highly desirable states that require registration and approval of franchise documents in order to sell franchises in those states such as  California and several others. Once we have been approved in those states as well then we will be able to move forward with marketing the Baristas franchise system in those areas. We expect this to result in the opening of new  franchised locations that will increase our revenue while further decreasing Baristas Cost of Goods Sold as a result of larger volumes in our supply chain."

About Baristas Coffee Company (BCCI): Headquartered in the  Seattle, Washington area, Baristas Coffee Company, Inc. was formed to create a national brand of drive-thru  espresso stands. BCCI is accomplishing this by acquiring established businesses that fit its model, opening new locations, and by franchising. Baristas has separated itself from the competition with its "theme" of joining attractive female baristas in entertaining costumes preparing the finest  beverages available on the market. Baristas can currently be found in six greater Seattle area locations as well as in  Texas ,  Florida ,  Arizona , and  Montana . Your state, Coming Soon!

For more information on this fascinating concept please visit us at  www.baristas. tv

Contact:

Barry Henthorn

barry@baristas.tv

(206) 579-0222

SOURCE Baristas Coffee Company Inc.