Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Can

Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Can is a single-serve 100ml can of the peanut butter-flavored whiskey from California, bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof). This expression earned a Double Gold medal and the Consumers' Choice award at the 2021 SIP Awards, cementing its status as the category leader in flavored whiskey.

Quick Facts: ABV: 35%  |  Origin: San Diego, California  |  Flavored Whiskey  |  Distillery: California Spirits Co

Production & Heritage

Skrewball was born in Ocean Beach, San Diego, where founders Steven and Brittany Yeng developed the recipe inspired by a peanut butter whiskey cocktail served at their bar, OB Noodle House. The base whiskey is produced from a mashbill of corn, rye, and barley—raw grains that are malted, mashed, fermented, distilled, and aged before being blended with premium natural peanut flavoring and sweetened with pure cane sugar. The can format delivers the identical liquid found in the standard bottle, packaged for portability and portion control.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Caramel and toasted vanilla lead the nose, followed by coffee cream and a distinct shortbread-cookie quality. The peanut character arrives as a warm, roasted undertone rather than an artificial hit.

Taste: The entry is slightly oily, with roasted peanut butter dominating the front palate and giving way to honey and cinnamon at mid-palate. Cracker-like cereal grain and a subtle licorice spice add complexity beneath the sweetness, while vanilla and caramel undertones round out the profile.

Finish: Surprisingly long for a flavored whiskey, with nutmeg warmth, a gentle ethanol tingle, and lingering honey sweetness. A faint roasted-nut echo stays on the palate well after the sip.

How to Drink Skrewball

The can format is ideal for drinking chilled and neat—pop it in the freezer for 20 minutes and pour directly into a rocks glass or sip straight from the can. The 100ml portion also makes a convenient cocktail base. A PB&J Old Fashioned pairs Skrewball with raspberry liqueur and bitters for a nostalgic riff. A Nutty White Russian substitutes this for standard whiskey alongside coffee liqueur and cream, leaning into the existing coffee-cream aroma. A Peanut Butter Espresso Martini shakes it with fresh espresso and a touch of simple syrup, letting the roasted peanut and coffee notes amplify each other.

Best For

• Outdoor gatherings, tailgates, and concerts where glass bottles aren't allowed
• Sampling before committing to a full 750ml bottle
• Building a dessert-cocktail station at a party with pre-portioned pours
• Gifting as a stocking stuffer or novelty introduction for curious whiskey drinkers

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Skrewball taste like? Skrewball delivers a rich, roasted peanut butter flavor layered over vanilla, caramel, and honey, with a warm, mildly spiced finish that lingers with nutmeg and sweetness.

How does Skrewball compare to Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey? Skrewball is widely regarded as having a richer, more prominent peanut butter flavor, while Sheep Dog tends to be lighter and slightly sweeter with less roasted depth. Skrewball is also produced at 35% ABV compared to Sheep Dog's 35%, but Skrewball's SIP Awards Double Gold and Consumers' Choice distinctions give it stronger critical backing.

Is Skrewball good for cocktails? Skrewball works exceptionally well in dessert-style and creamy cocktails because its natural peanut flavor, honey sweetness, and lower proof blend easily without overpowering other ingredients.

Where is Skrewball made? Skrewball is produced by California Spirits Co in San Diego, California, where founders Steven and Brittany Yeng originally developed the recipe in the Ocean Beach neighborhood.

What foods pair well with Skrewball? Dark chocolate truffles match the roasted-nut richness; banana bread amplifies the vanilla and caramel notes; grilled bacon adds savory-sweet contrast; apple slices with cinnamon mirror the spice on the mid-palate; and vanilla bean ice cream turns a pour into an instant affogato-style dessert.

What sizes does Skrewball come in? Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey is available in 100ml cans, 50ml miniatures, 375ml half-bottles, 750ml standard bottles, and 1L bottles depending on market availability.

Is Skrewball worth the price? The can positions as an accessible, entry-level format that lets buyers try the whiskey without a full-bottle commitment; the per-ounce cost is slightly higher than the 750ml, but the convenience and portability justify the format for casual occasions and sampling.

Why Skrewball?

Skrewball essentially created the peanut butter whiskey category's mainstream moment, surging from a small San Diego bar recipe to winning the 2020 Impact "Hot Brand" Award and the 2020 Market Watch Leaders "Best New Product" distinction. The use of natural peanut flavoring blended into an aged corn-rye-barley whiskey and sweetened with pure cane sugar—rather than artificial additives—sets it apart from later entrants that often rely on synthetic flavoring shortcuts. The can format extends that advantage by putting a properly portioned, Double Gold–winning spirit into a grab-and-go package that no competitor in the peanut butter whiskey space currently matches in recognition or critical acclaim.