Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce on Shark Tank

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.

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⏱ Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce in 30 seconds

The ask$50K for 10%Valued at $500K
In the tankDeal: $50K for 50%With Barbara
After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
TodayStill in business

Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $50,000 for 10%
Asking valuation: $500K
Result: Deal
Final deal: $50,000 for 50%
Deal valuation: $100K
Shark: Barbara Corcoran
Founders: Heath Hall and Brett Thompson
From: Alexandria, VA
Aired: Sep 13, 2009

Asked

$500K

Got

$100K

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The pitch

Heath Hall and Brett Thompson from Alexandria, VA pitched Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce in Shark Tank Season 1, Episode 6 (aired Sep 13, 2009). They asked for $50,000 in exchange for 10% equity, valuing the business at $500K. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Barbara Corcoran: $50,000 for 50%. That put the final valuation at $100K, 80% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked October 3, 2026

As of our last check (October 2026), Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce got a deal with Barbara Corcoran for $50,000 and 50% equity.

Which Shark invested in Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce?

Barbara Corcoran invested in Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce on Season 1 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce still in business?

As of our last check (October 2026), Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

What season and episode was Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce on Shark Tank?

Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce appeared in Season 1, Episode 6, which first aired on September 13, 2009.

Where can I buy Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce?

You can buy Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Pork Barrel BBQ Sauce at $500,000 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $100,000.