Hancock Peanut Company
Hancock Peanut Company is a legacy-driven gourmet peanut brand, rooted in generations of Virginia family innovation. Founded in 1944 and relaunched in retail by Scott Hancock Duke, the company selects jumbo Virginia‑type peanuts from the top 1% of the crop, offering bold, crunchy snacks infused with Southern heritage’s best.
Hancock Peanut Company
More Than Peanuts — It’s Pirate Spirit
Hancock Peanuts is based in Greenville, NC, and offers a full experience beyond just peanuts—including branded merch like tumblers, shirts, and swag tied to East Carolina University Pirate culture. Their signature salted cocktail peanuts, honey‑roasted, chocolate‑covered, and limited‑edition “Proud Pirate” cans all reflect both gourmet snacking and local pride.
About the brand
Description
Hancock Peanut Company is a legacy-driven gourmet peanut brand, rooted in generations of Virginia family innovation. Founded in 1944 and relaunched in retail by Scott Hancock Duke, the company selects jumbo Virginia‑type peanuts from the top 1% of the crop, offering bold, crunchy snacks infused with Southern heritage's best.
Peanuts with Southern Lineage
A Legacy Reinvented
The brand traces its origin to Robert Lafayette Hancock Jr., credited with carving the original Mr. Peanut and inventing a peanut shelling machine in the early peanut industry. Hancock Peanut Company was relaunched based on this rich heritage, offering nostalgia with modern gourmet appeal.
Meticulously Crafted Quality
From Top‑Tier Virginia Harvests
Hancock sources jumbo Virginia peanuts grown in Virginia and the Carolinas, selecting only the top 1% of the crop. These peanuts are processed using water‑blanching and roasted in pure coconut oil for a crisper, less oily bite—then packaged in recyclable tins and labeled clearly with best‑by dates.
Business Details
https://hancockpeanuts.com/
