For those with a sweet tooth who like to whet the whistle with a dram or two of good ol’ whiskey, there’s a new kid on the block to try: peanut butter-flavored whiskey!
While it may sound like an unconventional pairing to the uninitiated, the blend of sweet and savory flavors creates a beautiful fusion of America’s favorite irresistible spread and the natural flavors of a premium whiskey.
Peanut butter whiskies have been gaining in popularity since their inception a few years ago, and their delicious taste can be enjoyed in mixed drinks and cocktails and can also satisfy your late-night cravings for a whiskey shot on the sweeter side.
So, if we’ve piqued your interest and you fancy trying a whiskey infused with the creamy flavor of peanut butter, here’s our roundup of the best currently on the market
Key Takeaways
- Peanut butter-flavored whiskey is here, and it’s here to stay!
- While Skrewball is the original, there are several other brands available.
- Peanut butter-flavored whiskies can be enjoyed neat or mixed into more complex concoctions.
- These whiskies are sweeter than regular whiskey, so a smaller quantity may suffice (at first!)
- Drink responsibly and enjoy!
- Key Takeaways
- Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
- Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
- Two Trees Peanut Butter Whiskey
- Skatterbrain Peanut Butter Whisky
- Bird Dog Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
- SQRRL Peanut Butter Whiskey
- Ole Smoky Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
- Hard Truth Peanut Butter Whiskey
- Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey
- Copper Still Chocolate Peanut Butter Whiskey
- How To Drink Peanut Butter Whiskey
- FAQs
Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
The original peanut butter whiskey, Skrewball, was born out of a best-selling cocktail recipe served up at a restaurant in San Diego, California. Steven Yeng, together with his wife, Brittany, founded the Skrewball Spirits company and launched the nutty product back in 2018.
Since then, many more companies have started producing their own variety of smooth whiskey infused with a sweet peanut-y taste, and if you’re looking for a delicious treat next time you’re in the mood for drinking booze, here’s our guide to the best offerings available.
Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 35%
As the original and first of its kind, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey exudes confidence and deserves at least a shot at becoming your new favorite flavored whiskey.
The nutty aroma of the liquor is complemented by tasting notes of caramel, honey, and vanilla, and its rich, velvety flavor works well for sipping neat or for mixing into sweet whiskey cocktails.
Two Trees Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 35%
The Two Trees Distilling Company, based in North Carolina, produces a range of flavored whiskies and recently added a peanut butter flavor to its offerings.
The full whiskey flavor shines through but is accompanied by a hint of caramel and brown sugar and is finished with the nutty and delightful flavor of roasted peanut butter.
Skatterbrain Peanut Butter Whisky
Alcohol by volume: 35%
Made from a blend of finest quality Canadian whiskies and served in a stylish bottle, this is a great choice from the guys at Skatterbrain. This whiskey is perfect for mixed drinks or a sweet cocktail, and this smooth, creamy version is also great to sip on its own over ice.
Bird Dog Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 40%
If you’re a fan of both Kentucky whiskey and peanut butter, Bird Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey could make a strong partner in crime the next time you’re in the mood for a whiskey or two.
Its subtle and sweet notes of vanilla and caramel add to the smooth whiskey’s slow and warm finish on the palate, and it is a little stronger than much of its competition.
SQRRL Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 35%
The inviting smells of freshly-roasted peanuts, chocolate, and butterscotch, blended with American whiskey by the guys at Jim Beam, make SQRRL Peanut Butter Whiskey a popular choice.
Its peanut butter and butterscotch taste are more subtle than some of the others on the list, but that allows the fine Jim Beam whiskey to take center stage in your drink.
Ole Smoky Peanut Butter-Flavored Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 30%
Hailing from the whiskey-loving state of Tennessee and armed with a subtle smokey taste and vanilla notes, Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey will delight both your nose and your palate.
At only 30% alcohol-by-volume, you can be less shy with the quantity you pour, and its 2-year-old corn-whiskey base makes it an ideal liquor for when you want to grab a bottle and sit on the porch at the end of the day.
Hard Truth Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 35%
Hard Truth Peanut Butter Whiskey blends the rich and creamy flavors of roasted, warm peanuts with those of a quality straight bourbon whiskey. This creative and unique whiskey can bring added sweetness to your drinks, and its subtle salty taste makes it a great addition to any cocktail lover’s home bar.
Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 35%
Each bottle of Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey is full of a smooth-tasting, easy-sipping drink that is sweet enough to be enjoyed during dessert at a dinner party and smooth and versatile enough to be the main ingredient in many a cocktail.
Sweeter than other offerings on the list, it’s one for those with a sweet tooth or a penchant for a sweeter-than-usual mixed drink.
Copper Still Chocolate Peanut Butter Whiskey
Alcohol by volume: 42.5%
Fans of Nutella and peanut butter sandwiches will love this combination of American whiskey, peanut butter, and chocolate. With a corn whiskey at its base, this nutty whiskey with added chocolate sweetness has an inviting nose and tastes like childhood-packed lunches but with an adult twist.
How To Drink Peanut Butter Whiskey
While there is no peanut-butter-whiskey-drinking rule book, and you’re free to enjoy your peanut butter-flavored whiskey any way you choose, here are a few serving suggestions:
● Sip straight over some ice
● Mix with raspberry liqueur for a PB&J cocktail
● Try a peanut butter-flavored whiskey old fashioned
● Add some to your coffee for a nut-infused Irish coffee
● Pour over vanilla ice cream for a sweet treat when eating dessert
FAQs
What whiskey has peanut butter flavor?
Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey was the first peanut-infused whiskey on the market, but there are several other peanut butter whiskey liqueurs available now.
Which peanut butter whiskey tastes the most like peanut butter?
If you love that unmistakable peanut butter taste, get your hands on a bottle or two of Skatterbrain Peanut Butter Whiskey.
Is there a peanut butter-flavored liquor?
You can find different spirits and beers besides whiskey that have been flavored with peanut butter, including vodka and peanut butter rum.
Is there such a thing as peanut butter whiskey?
Yes! Peanut butter whiskey has been available since the launch of Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey in 2018.
