🎁 Gift guide · Updated October 8, 2026

The 25 Best Shark Tank Gifts for Your Boss (2026)

Gifting up is tricky: it should be thoughtful, not too personal and never weird. Shark Tank products hit that sweet spot. Coffee, office upgrades, gourmet food and bar gifts come with a fun backstory you can mention in the card.

25 picks 24 got a Shark deal 19 still selling

Quick list

#ProductDealShark(s)Status
1 Wicked Good Cupcakes $75K Kevin O'Leary Acquired Shop
2 Boarderie $300K Lori Greiner Still in business Shop
3 The Painted Pretzel $100K Mark Cuban Status unconfirmed Shop
4 MistoBox $75K Mark Cuban Still in business Shop
5 Daisy Cakes $50K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
6 Wurkin Stiffs $100K Barbara Corcoran and Daymond John Still in business Shop
7 Fishwife $350K Lori Greiner and Candace Nelson Still in business Shop
8 Bon AppéSweet $175K Robert Herjavec and Rashaun Williams Still in business Shop
9 Coffee Joulies $150K Daymond John, Robert Herjavec, Kevin O'Leary and Lori Greiner Status unconfirmed Shop
10 AirCork $400K Mark Cuban Still in business Shop
11 Rocketbook No - Acquired Shop
12 Copper Cow Coffee $600K Robert Herjavec Still in business Shop
13 Kahawa 1893 $350K Emma Grede Still in business Shop
14 Talbott Teas $250K Kevin O'Leary Acquired Shop
15 Zach & Zoe Sweet Bee Farm $150K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
16 A Perfect Pear $500K Robert Herjavec and Kevin O'Leary Still in business Shop
17 Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce $50K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
18 Mr. Tod's Pie Factory $460K Barbara Corcoran and Daymond John Still in business Shop
19 Sweet Ballz $250K Barbara Corcoran and Mark Cuban Still in business Shop
20 Gatsby Chocolate $500K Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner Still in business Shop
21 Wild Squirrel Nut Butter $50K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
22 Henry's Humdingers $300K Robert Herjavec and Mark Cuban Still in business Shop
23 Pipsnacks (Pipcorn) $200K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
24 Southern Culture Artisan Foods $100K Barbara Corcoran Still in business Shop
25 The Cookie Dough Cafe $100K Lori Greiner and Steve Tisch Status unconfirmed Shop

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  1. Wicked Good Cupcakes #1

    Wicked Good Cupcakes

    Deal Acquired Season 4 from $25.99

    Wicked Good Cupcakes bakes cupcakes layered in mason jars, making them easy to ship nationwide. It targets gift givers who want a fresh, giftable dessert that travels well for birthdays, holidays and corporate occasions.

    • One of the best-known success stories in Shark Tank history.
    • Landed a deal with Kevin O'Leary ($75K for 0%).
    • Acquired by Hickory Farms (2021).
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  2. Boarderie #2

    Boarderie

    Deal Still in business Season 14 from $139

    Boarderie sells curated charcuterie and cheese boards delivered as gifts. Boards come assembled with cheeses, meats, fruits and nuts, aimed at people sending food gifts for holidays, corporate occasions and celebrations.

    • One of the best-known success stories in Shark Tank history.
    • Landed a deal with Lori Greiner ($300K for 9%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  3. #3

    The Painted Pretzel

    Deal Status unconfirmed Season 3

    The Painted Pretzel makes chocolate-dipped and decorated pretzel rods. It targets gift buyers and event planners looking for sweet-and-salty treats that can be customized for holidays, weddings and corporate gifting.

    • Landed a deal with Mark Cuban ($100K for 25%).
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  4. MistoBox #4

    MistoBox

    Deal Still in business Season 4

    MistoBox is a coffee subscription service that delivers beans from independent specialty roasters, curated to the subscriber's taste. It targets coffee enthusiasts who want to discover new roasters without searching on their own.

    • Landed a deal with Mark Cuban ($75K for 30%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  5. Daisy Cakes #5

    Daisy Cakes

    Deal Still in business Season 2 from $54.95

    Daisy Cakes is a South Carolina bakery that makes traditional Southern layer cakes from family recipes and ships them nationwide. It targets dessert lovers and gift givers who want homemade-style cakes for holidays, birthdays and celebrations.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($50K for 25%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  6. Wurkin Stiffs #6

    Wurkin Stiffs

    Deal Still in business Season 2 from $15

    Wurkin Stiffs makes magnetic collar stays that keep dress shirt collars crisp and in place throughout the day. They are aimed at professionals and anyone who wears collared shirts and is tired of curling or flopping collars, especially without a tie.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran and Daymond John ($100K for 40%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  7. Fishwife #7

    Fishwife

    Deal Still in business Season 15 from $12

    Fishwife sells premium tinned seafood, such as smoked salmon and trout, packaged in colorful artist-designed tins. It targets food lovers and home cooks who want high-quality, responsibly sourced canned fish for snacking and simple meals.

    • Landed a deal with Lori Greiner and Candace Nelson ($350K for 6%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  8. Bon AppéSweet #8

    Bon AppéSweet

    Deal Still in business Season 17 from $4.50

    Bon AppéSweet makes chocolate sweetened with dates instead of added sugar. It is aimed at chocolate lovers who want to cut back on refined sugar while still enjoying an indulgent treat made with simple ingredients.

    • Landed a deal with Robert Herjavec and Rashaun Williams ($175K for 20%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  9. #9

    Coffee Joulies

    Deal Status unconfirmed Season 4

    Coffee Joulies are stainless steel, bean-shaped capsules placed in hot coffee to absorb excess heat and release it later. They target coffee drinkers who want their coffee to reach drinking temperature quickly and stay warm longer.

    • Landed a deal with Daymond John, Robert Herjavec, Kevin O'Leary and Lori Greiner ($150K for 0%).
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  10. AirCork #10

    AirCork

    Deal Still in business Season 3 from $10

    AirCork is a wine preserver that uses a small food-safe balloon inflated inside an opened bottle to seal out air. It targets wine drinkers who want to keep leftover wine fresh for several days.

    • Landed a deal with Mark Cuban ($400K for 100%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  11. Rocketbook #11

    Rocketbook

    No deal Acquired Season 8 from $30

    Rocketbook makes reusable notebooks whose pages can be scanned with an app and sent to cloud services, then wiped clean. They are aimed at students and professionals who want to digitize handwritten notes.

    • Walked away without a deal.
    • Bought by BIC in November 2020, and it still sells notebooks under the Rocketbook name..
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  12. Copper Cow Coffee #12

    Copper Cow Coffee

    Deal Still in business Season 12

    Copper Cow Coffee makes Vietnamese-style coffee in single-serve pour-over packets paired with sweetened condensed milk creamer. It is aimed at coffee drinkers who want an easy way to make Vietnamese coffee at home.

    • Landed a deal with Robert Herjavec ($600K for 5.5%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  13. Kahawa 1893 #13

    Kahawa 1893

    Deal Still in business Season 14

    Kahawa 1893 sells coffee sourced from Kenya and other parts of Africa, with a mission to pay women coffee farmers more fairly. The brand offers whole bean and ground coffee aimed at consumers who value ethical sourcing.

    • Landed a deal with Emma Grede ($350K for 8%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  14. #14

    Talbott Teas

    Deal Acquired Season 3

    Talbott Teas is a premium loose-leaf tea company offering a range of flavored blends. It targets tea drinkers seeking higher-quality, distinctive teas for home brewing and retail beverage menus and specialty cafes.

    • Landed a deal with Kevin O'Leary ($250K for 35%).
    • Acquired by Jamba Juice (2012).
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  15. Zach & Zoe Sweet Bee Farm #15

    Zach & Zoe Sweet Bee Farm

    Deal Still in business Season 13

    Zach & Zoe Sweet Bee Farm makes raw honey from its own hives blended with superfruits and other ingredients. It is aimed at shoppers looking for flavorful, natural honey with a family-farm story behind it.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($150K for 15%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  16. #16

    A Perfect Pear

    Deal Still in business Season 1

    A Perfect Pear is a specialty food brand making gourmet products built around pears, such as preserves, sauces and vinegars. Its line is aimed at home cooks and gift buyers looking for distinctive pantry items and pairings for cheese and entertaining.

    • Landed a deal with Robert Herjavec and Kevin O'Leary ($500K for 50%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  17. Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce #17

    Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce

    Deal Still in business Season 1

    Pork Barrel BBQ makes barbecue sauce and dry rubs created by two friends from Washington, D.C. The products are aimed at backyard grillers and barbecue fans looking for a sweet, tangy, all-purpose sauce for ribs, chicken and pork.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($50K for 50%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  18. Mr. Tod's Pie Factory #18

    Mr. Tod's Pie Factory

    Deal Still in business Season 1

    Mr. Tod's Pie Factory is a New Jersey bakery making homestyle pies, with sweet potato pie among its signature offerings. It sells whole pies to customers and retailers, aiming to deliver traditional, made-from-scratch flavor without the effort of baking at home.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran and Daymond John ($460K for 50%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  19. Sweet Ballz #19

    Sweet Ballz

    Deal Still in business Season 5

    Sweet Ballz makes cake balls, bite-sized spheres of cake mixed with frosting and dipped in chocolate, in a variety of flavors. They target dessert lovers and party hosts looking for an easy-to-serve, giftable treat for celebrations and events.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran and Mark Cuban ($250K for 25%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  20. #20

    Gatsby Chocolate

    Deal Still in business Season 15

    Gatsby Chocolate makes chocolate bars and treats with less sugar and fewer calories than conventional chocolate. The brand is aimed at people who want an indulgent chocolate snack while cutting back on sugar.

    • Landed a deal with Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner ($500K for 20%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  21. #21

    Wild Squirrel Nut Butter

    Deal Still in business Season 3

    Wild Squirrel Nut Butter makes flavored nut butters with natural ingredients. It targets health-conscious consumers and athletes who want more creative, flavorful alternatives to standard peanut butter on toast, in smoothies or as a snack.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($50K for 40%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  22. Henry's Humdingers #22

    Henry's Humdingers

    Deal Still in business Season 5 from $8.50

    Henry's Humdingers is a specialty food brand offering snack and dessert products. It targets snackers and gift buyers looking for distinctive, homemade-style treats to enjoy or share with friends and family.

    • Landed a deal with Robert Herjavec and Mark Cuban ($300K for 75%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  23. Pipsnacks (Pipcorn) #23

    Pipsnacks (Pipcorn)

    Deal Still in business Season 6 from $18

    Pipsnacks makes Pipcorn, a snack popcorn made from small heirloom kernels that pop into bite-sized pieces. The smaller kernels are marketed as having fewer hulls and a more tender, crunchy texture than standard popcorn.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($200K for 10%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  24. Southern Culture Artisan Foods #24

    Southern Culture Artisan Foods

    Deal Still in business Season 5

    Southern Culture Artisan Foods makes Southern-inspired pantry products such as pancake and waffle mixes, syrups and spice blends. It targets home cooks wanting easy-to-prepare Southern comfort food with quality ingredients.

    • Landed a deal with Barbara Corcoran ($100K for 38%).
    • Still selling: the official site was online at our last check.
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  25. #25

    The Cookie Dough Cafe

    Deal Status unconfirmed Season 5

    The Cookie Dough Café makes edible cookie dough designed to be eaten raw, without eggs. It targets dessert lovers who enjoy eating cookie dough by the spoonful and want a ready-to-eat product.

    • Landed a deal with Lori Greiner and Steve Tisch ($100K for 30%).
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How we chose these products

Every product on this list was pitched on Shark Tank. We rank them with a success score that weighs whether the founders landed a deal, whether the company still appears to be in business (we check every website automatically), notable outcomes such as acquisitions, and ratings and reviews from our readers. Lists update automatically as new episodes air and as readers leave reviews.

Frequently asked questions

What is the #1 pick on this list?

Wicked Good Cupcakes tops our list, backed by Kevin O'Leary. Wicked Good Cupcakes bakes cupcakes layered in mason jars, making them easy to ship nationwide.

How did you rank these Shark Tank products?

We rank every product with a success score that weighs whether it got a Shark deal, whether the company is still in business, notable outcomes like acquisitions, reader reviews and popularity. 24 of the 25 picks got a deal on air, and 19 have websites that were online at our last check.

Where can I buy these products?

Every pick links to the brand's official website and to Amazon when available. Availability changes, so check the product page for its current status.

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