Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to Irish Black Butter After Dragons’ Den?
Irish Black Butter appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2019, Series 17 Episode 1. The business was a food spread made from bramley apples, brandy, spices and ciders. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The business is still active today.
The Pitch
Alister Bell walked into the Den in 2019 with a food spread made from bramley apples, brandy, spices and ciders. They were asking for N/A.
Despite their best efforts, the pitch didn’t convince the Dragons to open their wallets.
The Deal
No deal was made. The Dragons weren’t persuaded to invest, and Alister Bell left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
Irish Black Butter is one of those Den stories that actually lasted. Having appeared on the show back in 2019, the company has now been trading for well over a decade — an outcome that puts it ahead of the vast majority of startup ventures, let alone television pitches.
Is Irish Black Butter Still in Business?
Yes. Irish Black Butter appears to still be trading. Companies House records confirm the business is currently active.
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Flush Brush, Tancream, Scrumbles, Cloven Hoof Rum. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
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Companies House Data
- Status
- active
- Company Number
- NI677668
- Registered Name
- IRISH BLACK BUTTER LTD
- Incorporated
- 2021-03-23
- Company Type
- ltd
- SIC Codes
- 10860, 46380
- Registered Address
- 62 Coleraine Road, Portrush, BT56 8HN, Northern Ireland
- Accounts
- micro-entity (period ending 2025-03-31)
- Latest Financials
- Total Assets Less Liabilities
- £31418
- Employees
- 1
- Period
- 01/04/2024 to 31/03/2025
- Officers
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BELL, Alistair
— director
62, Coleraine Road, Portrush, BT56 8HN, Northern Ireland
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BELL, Alistair
— director