Our story
Starting with a single peanut, we meticulously craft every jar of natural peanut butter!
Upholding our commitment to quality and sustainability.
2016
The Peanut Butter Revolution That Started at a Kitchen Table
- It all started at founder Michiel's kitchen table.
As an organic farmer and peanut butter enthusiast, he always wondered: Why is peanut butter only a supporting actor in sandwiches? Why isn't there more flavor? Why is such a great ingredient hidden away in the back of the cupboard?
Thus, a bold idea was born: to bring peanut butter back to its rightful place.
- The world's first peanut butter shop opened in Amsterdam, attracting peanut lovers from all over the world.
2017
First Factory and National Peanut Butter Day
- Moved into our first production space – a garage unit with a small office. The first machines arrived, and professional production began.
The first machines arrived, and professional production began.
- Opened a pop-up store in Rotterdam and made national news.
- Organized the first 'National Peanut Butter Day' (January 24th), a tradition that is still beloved today.
2018
Store Expansion and Production Capacity Upgrade
- Store expansion to cities such as Maastricht, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Schiphol, and Den Bosch.
- Relocated to a larger factory in West Amsterdam, acquiring forklifts and new equipment.
- Summer "Peanut Butter Bath" event becomes a hot topic.
2019
Social Impact and Innovation
- Founder Michiel broke the world record by eating 750ml of peanut butter in one minute.
- Opened more stores in Haarlem and Amsterdam, and created the first "Peanut Butter Bar."
- Published the first peanut butter cookbook and collaborated with celebrity chef Robert Kranenborg to launch an innovative formula with 88% peanut content.
2020-2021
Challenges and breakthroughs during the pandemic
- The first Belgian branch was forced to close shortly after opening due to the pandemic.
We quickly adjusted our strategy, strengthening online sales and launching a subscription service.
- The factory installed 108 solar panels and became gas-free, making it an energy-neutral factory.
- We organized a major event, giving away "ten years of free peanut butter."
- Successfully produced the first batch of Dutch-grown peanut butter – unprecedented, challenging, but symbolizing a more sustainable future.
2022
Workshop, protein bars, and 22 stores
- We hosted peanut butter workshops in 20 cities throughout the Netherlands.
- Launched peanut butter protein bars and a new sustainable product line.
- Record number of stores: 22.
2023
Product Development and Business Expansion
- Peanut butter dispensers enter many hotel breakfast buffets.
- Development of plastic-free "single-serve breakfast" solution.
- Collaboration with Olympic swimmer Kira Toussaint on Lemon Crunch.
- Germany online shop officially launched.
2024
Venturing into Nut Butter and Peanut Beer
- We launched our first series of nut butters, each with different nuts and health benefits.
- Brewed our first peanut beer.
- Participated in "Green Friday" by giving away over 400 Christmas trees, actively supporting sustainability.
2025
The first step towards internationalization
- Established the first international company:
The Peanut Butter Shop Ltd. (UK)
Symbolizing the brand's official entry onto the global stage.
2026
Expand into the Asian market
Taiwan, here we come!
Exclusive Distributor –
Pindakaas Peanut Butter from the Netherlands now open.