Father and son team David Sanborn and Ethan Sanborn pitched their business, caffeine-free Kiid Coffee for kids, on Shark Tank Season 16.
The inspiration for this business came when 7-year-old Ethan broke his leg twice. His parents realized that many children are not getting essential nutrients like Vitamin D, calcium, and iron. This motivated them to create a drink that would be both healthy and enjoyable for kids.
In 2022, Kiid Coffee was born. It is made from decaf coffee, organic ingredients, and contains no added sugar. The coffee is available in three flavors: Chocolate Latte, Caramel Latte, and Original Latte. Each flavor is packed with nutrients, including calcium, zinc, magnesium, Vitamin D3, and more, making it a healthy option for growing children.
| Company Name | kiid COFFEE | |
| Founder | David Sanborn and Ethan Sanborn | |
| Founded | 2022 | |
| Product | caffeine-free Coffee for kids | |
| Asked For | TBD | |
| Final Deal | TBD | |
| Sharks | TBD | |
| Episode (Shark Tank USA) | S16 E12 | |
| Air Date | March 7th, 2025 | |
| Business Status | In Business | |
| Website | Visit Website | |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia, USA | |
| Lifetime Worth (Sales) | $TBD *estimated | |
Who Is The Founder Of kiid COFFEE?
Kiid Coffee, a coffee business specially made for kids, was founded in 2022 by father and son, David Sanborn and Ethan Sanborn. David is a fiber engineer by profession and studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
He previously founded a pet foods company called Basics Brands, which was acquired by Beaumont Products, a food manufacturing company, in February 2020.
In addition to being the co-founder of his son’s company, David also works full-time at a company called Gizmo, where he is involved in strategy and operations.
Shark Tank Season 16, Episode 12 is set to air on March 7, 2025. We will provide a recap update after the episode is broadcast.
