Skrewball
Skrewball is an American peanut butter whiskey brand that helped define and popularize the flavored whiskey category when it launched in 2018. Created by husband-and-wife team Steven and Brittany Yeng in San Diego, California, the brand grew from a recipe served at Steven's bar, Ole's Tavern, into one of the best-selling flavored whiskeys in the United States.
Known for its smooth, nutty, and sweet profile, Skrewball blends whiskey with natural peanut flavor to deliver a distinctive spirit that works equally well as a chilled shot, a mixer, or a dessert-style pour. It is bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV) and has become a go-to for those seeking an approachable, sweet twist on traditional whiskey.
Skrewball is an American peanut butter whiskey brand that helped define and popularize the flavored whiskey category when it launched in 2018.
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Skrewball is an American peanut butter whiskey brand that helped define and popularize the flavored whiskey category when it launched in 2018. Created by husband-and-wife team Steven and Brittany Yeng in San Diego, California, the brand grew from a recipe served at Steven's bar, Ole's Tavern, into one of the best-selling flavored whiskeys in the United States.
Known for its smooth, nutty, and sweet profile, Skrewball blends whiskey with natural peanut flavor to deliver a distinctive spirit that works equally well as a chilled shot, a mixer, or a dessert-style pour. It is bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV) and has become a go-to for those seeking an approachable, sweet twist on traditional whiskey.
Brand Background and Origins
Skrewball was founded by Steven and Brittany Yeng in 2018. Steven, who grew up in San Diego after his family immigrated from Cambodia, developed the original peanut butter whiskey concept at Ole's Tavern, the bar he ran. Brittany, who holds a background in chemistry, helped refine the recipe into a commercially viable product.
The brand's name and identity embrace an irreverent, welcoming spirit — a nod to the idea that being a bit of a 'screwball' is something to celebrate. Since its debut, Skrewball has expanded from a regional favorite to national distribution, becoming a leading name in the peanut butter whiskey segment and helping fuel broader interest in dessert-forward flavored whiskeys.
Production and House Style
Skrewball is made by combining whiskey with natural peanut flavoring and additional ingredients that create its signature sweet, creamy taste. The result is a spirit that leads with rich roasted peanut notes balanced by underlying whiskey character and a smooth, sweet finish.
At 70 proof (35% ABV), Skrewball sits below the strength of standard bottled whiskey, which contributes to its easy-drinking, sippable quality. Its flavor profile is often described as tasting like liquid peanut butter with a warm whiskey backbone, making it distinctive among both flavored whiskeys and cream-style liqueurs.
What to Expect and How to Enjoy
Skrewball is most commonly sold in its flagship peanut butter whiskey expression, available in a range of bottle sizes from smaller formats up to larger bottles for entertaining. Its versatility is a big part of its appeal.
Popular ways to enjoy Skrewball include serving it chilled as a shot, pouring it over ice, or blending it into cocktails and dessert drinks. It pairs naturally with chocolate, coffee, and cola, and is frequently used in creative mixes like peanut butter and jelly-inspired shots, spiked milkshakes, and boozy hot chocolate. Because of its sweetness, a little goes a long way, making it ideal for after-dinner sipping.