Frequently Asked Questions
How many peanuts does it take to make a 12-ounce jar of Peanut Butter?
540. Give or take.
What is the requirement for a product to be labeled Peanut Butter?
Glad you asked. By law, a product needs to be at least 90% peanut in order to be called Peanut Butter.
How many gallons of water does it take to produce 1 ounce of peanuts?
We get this one all the time. Peanuts use roughly 3.2 gallons of water to produce 1 ounce of peanuts. Unlike some wasteful nuts (Almonds) which require 28.7 gallons of water per ounce.
What is Bill Clinton's favorite sandwich?
This question keeps us up at night, too. Peanut butter and Banana, which has also been reported to be the favorite of Elvis 'The King' Presley.
In a metric not commonly used, how much Peanut Butter do Americans consume?
Enough to coat the floor of the Grand Canyon.
How many acres of peanuts does it take to produce enough for 35,000 PB&Js?
1.
What is the furthest a peanut has been thrown?
124.4 ft. Which is more than a yard!
How would you describe the preference of peanut enthusiasts from the West to the East Coast when it comes to their butter?
The peanut enthusiasts on the East Coast prefer creamy, while on the West Coast they prefer crunchy peanut butter.
Can peanut butter turn into diamonds in a high pressure environment?
Yes.
Are peanuts really the crop of now?
We love that question around here. Yes, yes they are.
Are peanuts the cause of the water issues at Camp Lejeune?
This is a common misconception. Peanuts are a Legume which is different. Our stance is that peanuts have no involvement with the water quality issues at Camp Lejeune, all rumors or allegations out there are currently unsubstantiated. Any accusations of the nut's involvement must be directed to the legal team of the National Peanut Board.
What do you say to people who prefer Almond Butter?
Fuck 'em.