Rumi Spice
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✓ Got a deal Still in business Season 8, Ep. 23 🍽️ Food & Drink

Rumi Spice on Shark Tank

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Rumi Spice sells saffron sourced directly from farmers in Afghanistan. The company was founded by U.S. military veterans with the goal of creating economic opportunity for Afghan farmers, especially women, through a legitimate high-value crop.

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⏱ Rumi Spice in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$250K for 5%Valued at $5M
  2. In the tankDeal: $250K for 15%With Mark
  3. After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
  4. TodayStill in business

Rumi Spice Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$250,000 for 5%
Asking valuation
$5M
Result
Deal
Final deal
$250,000 for 15%
Deal valuation
$1.67M
Founders
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From
IL
Aired
May 5, 2017
Asked
$5M
Got
$1.67M

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The pitch

The founders from IL pitched Rumi Spice in Shark Tank Season 8, Episode 23 (aired May 5, 2017). They asked for $250,000 in exchange for 5% equity, valuing the business at $5M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Mark Cuban: $250,000 for 15%. That put the final valuation at $1.67M, 67% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Rumi Spice after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked November 1, 2026

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  • : Product photo added from the official website.
  • : Visited the official website: it is working.

As of our last check (November 2026), Rumi Spice appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

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Frequently asked questions

Did Rumi Spice get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Rumi Spice got a deal with Mark Cuban for $250,000 and 15% equity.

Which Shark invested in Rumi Spice?

Mark Cuban invested in Rumi Spice on Season 8 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Rumi Spice still in business?

As of our last check (November 2026), Rumi Spice appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

What season and episode was Rumi Spice on Shark Tank?

Rumi Spice appeared in Season 8, Episode 23, which first aired on May 5, 2017.

Where can I buy Rumi Spice?

You can buy Rumi Spice from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Rumi Spice's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Rumi Spice at $5,000,000 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $1,666,667.

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