Milk and Brookies Shark Tank Update – Shark Tank Season 7
Milk and Brookies brings the best of both dessert worlds with its inventive “Brookies”, a brownie-cookie combo served in cupcake form, to Shark Tank Season 7. Unfortunately, it did not secure a deal.
Marques Brooks, Jovon English, and Naimah Harris hope the Sharks have a sweet tooth when they pitch Milk and Brookies, their super popular, LA area treat business, in Shark Tank Season 7 Episode 4.
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About Milk and Brookies
| Category | Details |
| Business Name | Milk and Brookies |
| Founders | Jovon English, Marques Brooks and Naimah Harris |
| Industry | Food Products |
| Product Type | Brownie-cookie hybrid treats in cupcake cups |
| Deal Status | No Deal |
| Investment Asked | $100,000 for 20% equity |
The “Brookies” in Milk and Brookies are a combination of brownie and cookies, baked into a muffin cup. The result is a decadently scrumptious sweet treat.
Brookies are the brainchild of Jovon English, who decided to mash-up cookies and brownies one day when she was craving both. They were so good, they began making them en masse in 2014 at a commissary bakery in LA and selling them on their website. They also sell at fairs and pop-up shops throughout the greater LA area.
The reviews are unanimous: people LOVE Milk and Brookies. One news anchor called them “better than adult relations!” Milk and Brookies have thousands of raving fans, and they can’t keep up with demand.
They’re most likely looking for cash to open a retail shop and to expand their online sales capabilities. Will a Shark take a bite out of Milk and Brookies?
Milk and Brookies Shark Tank Recap
Marques, Jovon, and Naimah enter seeking $100k for 20% of the business. Jovon explains that New York has the “cronut,” San Francisco has the “cruffin,” and now LA has the Brookie.
She describes how she builds a Brookie as she hands out samples with milk. The Sharks eat the Brookies and like them, though Mr. Wonderful says they’re very rich.
They currently sell Brookies online only and reveal that they’re all part-time in the business. Naimah says they all “make time” for the business.
Currently, they bake everything to order. At the time of their pitch, they had made just $14,000 in total sales. Though Brookies retail for $14–$17 per six-pack and cost 75–91 cents to make, the founders were operating part-time and baking to order, which limited volume and scale.
Mr. Wonderful says to scale, they need to have four products and sell them for 20 bucks a half-dozen.
Did Milk and Brookies Get a Deal on Shark Tank?
Mark says they should charge $9.95 each or $30 per dozen. He thinks they’re a bake sale, not a business – he’s out.
Mr. Wonderful says they are a hobby, not a business; he’s out. Robert loves it and he knows they’ll make money, but it’s too early – he’s out.
Barbara loves their personalities; they remind her of Daisy Cakes, but they’re still too early; she’s out. In keeping with the early theme, Lori says they’re too early; she’s out too.
Milk and Brookies Shark Tank Update
The Shark Tank Blog constantly provides updates and follow-ups about entrepreneurs who have appeared on the Shark Tank TV show. In the aftermath of their initial appearance, sales went through the roof: a 3000% increase!
As of July 2024, the company is still in business and has products in Orleans and York, a west coast deli chain. Annual revenue is $1 million. The estimated net worth of Milk and Brookies is around $1 million.
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Where Can You Buy It?
Milk and Brookies products are available for purchase on their official website. Check out their social media pages for more updates: Facebook and Twitter.
Quick Summary
- Milk and Brookies is a dessert brand that sells Brookies in cupcake form, founded by Jovon English, Marques Brooks, and Naimah Harris.
- The founders asked for $100,000 for 20% equity but didn’t receive a deal due to concerns over scalability and early-stage growth.
- Despite no deal, the business saw a 3,000% sales spike post-show and continues to thrive with distribution through West Coast delis.
Check out the updates of other businesses that appeared on Shark Tank Season 7 Episode 4, alongside Milk and Brookies.
