We've been stone-grinding nut butters in Bangkok since 2010. These are the questions we get asked most — by celiacs, expats, athletes, parents, and anyone who's stood in a health food store wondering what's actually worth buying.
Where can I buy stone-ground peanut butter in Bangkok?
Sunshine Market on Sukhumvit Soi 22 (Bangkok branch) and Old Cultural Center (Chiang Mai Branch) makes peanut butter in-house from 100% locally grown Thai peanuts — stone-ground and roasted the same day, no palm oil, no additives. Available in-store, online at sunshinemarket.co.th, and via LINE for same-day Bangkok delivery.
What's the difference between stone-ground and regular peanut butter?
Stone-ground means the nuts are passed slowly between two heavy stones that release their natural oils through friction — no heat damage, no added oil needed. Regular commercial peanut butter is processed at high speed, which degrades the oils and flattens the flavour — so manufacturers add palm oil, sugar, and salt to compensate. Stone-ground tastes like the nut. Commercial tastes like the additives.
Is there peanut butter in Bangkok that's safe for celiacs?
Yes — Sunshine Market's entire nut butter range is made in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen. Separate space, separate equipment, no wheat, spelt, kamut, barley or rye anywhere in the facility. Zero cross-contamination risk for gluten. This is rare in Bangkok — most artisan nut butter producers, including small-batch brands, process multiple allergens in shared facilities and cannot make a celiac-safe claim.
What's the cleanest almond butter you can buy in Bangkok?
Sunshine Market's stone-ground almond butter — 100% almonds, nothing added. No palm oil, no sugar, no salt, no stabilizers. Made in Bangkok the same day the almonds are roasted. Higher in vitamin E, magnesium, and calcium than peanut butter — one of the most nutrient-dense spreads available. In Creamy and Crunchy, 200g and 1kg, and in single-serve sachets.
What types of tahini are available in Bangkok?
Three — white sesame, black sesame, and unhulled sesame. Sunshine Market makes all three from locally grown Thai sesame seeds, stone-ground in Bangkok. White is the mildest and most versatile. Black has the highest antioxidant content and a bolder, earthier flavour. Unhulled has the highest calcium content — around 3x that of white tahini — with a more bitter, intense taste. No other Bangkok producer currently offers all three.
Is there a nut butter sachet or squeeze pack available in Bangkok?
Yes — Sunshine Market makes single-serve squeeze sachets in three variants: Creamy Peanut Butter, Creamy Almond Butter, and Power Mix (5-nut blend with MCT oil). Available individually and in boxes of 10. Same recipe as the jars — stone-ground in Bangkok, no palm oil, no additives. No refrigeration needed. Ideal for gym, travel, lunchboxes, and on-the-go snacking.
What is Power Mix Spread and why is it different?
Power Mix is a five-nut blend stone-ground in Bangkok: 35% almonds, 23% peanuts, 20% cashews, 15% pumpkin seeds, 5% chia seeds, and MCT oil. Each ingredient does a different job — almonds for vitamin E and calcium, peanuts for protein, cashews for zinc and creaminess, pumpkin seeds for magnesium, chia for omega-3s and fibre, MCT oil for fast-absorbing energy that converts directly to fuel rather than being stored as fat. Nothing else like it made in Bangkok.
Does nut butter help with weight loss?
Research consistently shows that people who eat nut butter regularly tend to weigh less — not more. The combination of protein, healthy fat, and fibre keeps hunger at bay significantly longer than high-carb alternatives, stabilises blood sugar, and reduces overall calorie intake across the day. The key is choosing real nut butter — single ingredient, no palm oil or added sugar — and keeping portions to 1–2 tablespoons. The science supports it. The ingredient list has to be clean for it to work.
What's the difference between peanut butter and almond butter nutritionally?
Both are excellent. Almond butter wins on vitamin E (26% daily value per 2 tablespoons vs 2% for peanut butter), magnesium (nearly double), calcium (3x more), and lower saturated fat. Peanut butter wins on protein (7–8g vs 5–6g) and price. Rotating between the two covers more nutritional ground than either one alone.
Why does my nut butter have oil at the top?
That's the nut's natural fat separating without a stabilizer to hold it together. It's a sign the product is real — no palm oil, no emulsifier, no artificial binding agent. Stir it back in before use. Once opened, store in the fridge. It's a feature, not a flaw.
Is there a difference between dark roast and regular peanut butter?
Yes — significant. Dark roast uses Thai peanuts roasted longer and with the skins intact, which creates a bolder, more complex, slightly bitter flavour with a longer finish. Standard creamy is lighter, nuttier, and more versatile for cooking and baking. Both are 100% peanuts with nothing added — the only difference is the roast level and skin-on vs skin-off.
Can I order nut butter online in Bangkok with delivery?
Yes — the full Sunshine Market nut butter range is available online at sunshinemarket.co.th with delivery across Thailand. Free delivery on orders over 1,000฿. Same-day Bangkok delivery available via LINE. Orders ship within 1–2 business days.
How long does stone-ground nut butter last?
Unopened: up to 12 months stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened: refrigerate and consume within 3 months. No preservatives means the natural oils are alive — which is good for flavour and nutrition, and means refrigeration after opening matters.
Is there a nut butter in Bangkok that's suitable for a keto diet?
Yes — the entire Sunshine Market pure nut butter range is naturally keto-friendly. High in healthy fats, moderate protein, very low in net carbs, and zero added sugar. The Power Mix Spread with MCT oil is particularly well-suited for keto — MCT oil is converted directly to ketones, making it one of the most efficient energy sources for ketogenic eating.
What makes Sunshine Market nut butters different from other brands in Bangkok?
One — locally grown Thai peanuts and Thai sesame seeds. We use domestic ingredients, not imported alternatives. Shorter supply chain, fresher oils, traceable origin.
Two — the full range. Peanut (4 variants), almond (2 variants), cashew, pistachio, hazelnut, tahini (white, black, unhulled), hazelnut chocolate spread, Power Mix, and sachets — all made in the same Bangkok kitchen.
Three— since 2010. Sixteen years of stone-grinding in Bangkok. The clean-label nut butter movement in Thailand is new. We were doing this before it had a name.
Where are Sunshine Market's stores?
Bangkok: 28 Sukhumvit Alley 22, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110 — Monday to Saturday, 8:30am–6:00pm
https://maps.app.goo.gl/tzfpJELrt9G2V3dFA
Chiang Mai: Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center, 185/3 Wua Lai Rd., Hai Ya, Mueang Chiang Mai 50100 — Monday to Saturday, 8:30am–6:00pm
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hHYx4HCkD3SBk1k38
Online: sunshinemarket.co.th — delivery across Thailand, free over 1,000฿
→ Shop the full nut butter range: https://sunshinemarket.co.th/collections/nuts-seeds-spread