Donna's Pickle Beer on Shark Tank

Name: Donna's Pickle Beer
Availability: InStock

A 4.4% golden lager brewed with real pickle brine, made for people who like a salty, dill-forward beer. It is sold in cans at bars, stadiums and grocery chains, and is also used for the Pickle Back shot on bar menus.

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⏱ Donna's Pickle Beer in 30 seconds

The ask$250K for 2.5%Valued at $10M
In the tankNo dealWalked out without a Shark
After the showWent it aloneAnd kept going
TodayStill in businessNo deal on air; sold in 2,100+ bars and stores in 19 states

Donna's Pickle Beer Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $250,000 for 2.5%
Asking valuation: $10M
Result: No deal
Founders: Josh Jancewicz, Holly Danko
From: -
Aired: Oct 28, 2026

Deal notes: Asked $250,000 for 2.5% (a $10 million valuation). All five Sharks went out.

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The pitch

Josh Jancewicz, Holly Danko pitched Donna's Pickle Beer in Shark Tank Season 18, Episode 5 (aired Oct 28, 2026). They asked for $250,000 in exchange for 2.5% equity, valuing the business at $10M. They left the Tank without a deal, but the business kept going after the show.

What happened to Donna's Pickle Beer after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked November 1, 2026

Our checks

Nov 1, 2026: Visited the official website: it is working.

Josh Jancewicz launched Donna's Pickle Beer in April 2023 with co-founder Scott Baird, naming it after his mother, Donna. His cousin Holly Danko joined as COO and pitched with him. The beer is contract-brewed in Milwaukee, which keeps the company lean. Before the episode aired, the brand said it was in more than 2,100 bars and stores across 19 states, including Trader Joe's in some states, Disneyland, Petco Park and the United Center. The company has also raised money from fans through Wefunder.

⚠️ The on-air deal did not close after the show.

Update: No deal on air; sold in 2,100+ bars and stores in 19 states

Timeline since the show

2023-04
Launched on Donna Jancewicz's birthday
2026-10
Pitched on Shark Tank Season 18; no deal

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Frequently asked questions

Did Donna's Pickle Beer get a deal on Shark Tank?

No. Donna's Pickle Beer did not get a deal on Shark Tank after asking for $250,000 for 2.5%.

Is Donna's Pickle Beer still in business?

As of our last check (November 2026), Donna's Pickle Beer appears to still be in business. Its official website is online, and no deal on air; sold in 2,100+ bars and stores in 19 states.

What season and episode was Donna's Pickle Beer on Shark Tank?

Donna's Pickle Beer appeared in Season 18, Episode 5, which first aired on October 28, 2026.

Where can I buy Donna's Pickle Beer?

You can buy Donna's Pickle Beer from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Donna's Pickle Beer's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Donna's Pickle Beer at $10,000,000 when they entered the Tank.