@Av *********

You are correct. Some expats are physically in Thailand but that's it. They blow far too much money on Western food, booze, gated communities, satellite television subscriptions and whatnot, not fathoming that anyone else can live comfortably without recreating a Western bubble around oneself.

@Andreas ********

You learned nothing and have nothing to share. Just anger and jealousy.

@Andrew *********

You've nailed him. 💯 He's pulling his hair out of his head he's so enraged OP dares to give it a go or that anyone supports OP. Has zero business smarts, to boot.

@Andreas ********

You're full of yourself and a miserable deadender. Your misery needs to see others fail. Have another cup of misery and chase it with your cheap beer. The rest of us are enjoying life. 🍾

@Andreas ********

Nah. He's an entrepreneur starting out and asking questions. And after initially providing worthwhile information, now you're showing your true colors. Just because you're bitter and wish you could preach down to people. You've got nothing.

@Paige *******

Exactly.

@Andreas ********

You read. He IS doing his homework precisely by posting questions here. This group is a resource, too, despite all the naysayers.

@Bo *****

The majority here are like proverbial crabs in a barrel. You are actually wise trying to be frugal from the get-go, something which most of the clueless deadenders here would never understand. Do confirm if importing with your friend is viable (which is exactly why you posted here). Long term, there has to be a supplier somewhere that can beat whoever quoted you previously. A few years back, in Vietnam, I spotted all kinds of imported concentrates for commercial resale. I would think Thailand has even better import supply options than Vietnam, though I might be wrong.

@Rene *******

Nah. He was dealing with a presumptuous naysayer. OP's tone was fine and you, too, need to find some positivity in your own life.

@Syed ************

Very helpful and practical contribution.