If you’re planning snacks for get-togethers
If you’re splitting your supplies between different occasions or tables, check both the number of individual packs and the weight of each one. Albert Heijn describes multipacks containing 190 g packs.
Who are these packs suitable for?
If you’re catering for both drinks and lunchboxes
If you’d like to share the same supply and take some with you later, check whether the pack contains smaller portions or whether you’ll need to weigh them out yourself. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
If you’re choosing by flavour
If flavour is your main priority, compare the exact variety: for example, unroasted, unsalted, roasted or smoky. Product information from Albert Heijn, Duyvis and ALDI describes a range of varieties.
What should you look for in a multipack?
First, work out how much you’ll need for your get-together and whether you’d also like to weigh out a portion for later. Then compare the variety, ingredients and storage instructions for the exact product.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Quantity and how it’s divided | Check the number of individual packs, the weight of each pack and the total quantity. | If you’re planning supplies for several occasions and don’t want to take more than you need, this approach suits consumers who prioritise quantity and how it’s divided; around 36% do. |
| Lunchbox portions | Check whether there really are small sachets inside; if not, see whether you can reseal the pack and weigh out portions yourself. | If you’d like to take a portion with you after your get-together, portioning and resealing are worth considering. Around 29% of consumers prioritise convenience for lunchboxes. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Compare the exact variety and read the ingredients list and allergen information. | If you’re looking for a particular flavour or want to compare ingredients, check the variety itself rather than relying on the brand alone; around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and ingredients. |
| Storage after opening | Read the label and check how to store the pack once opened. | If you’re splitting your supply between several occasions, you’ll want to know how to store opened almonds. Around 14% of consumers start by considering how to store them. |
Which mistakes can you avoid?
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Assuming a multipack contains lunchbox portions
The multipacks described by Albert Heijn are supplied as individual packs. So a 190 g pack isn’t the same as several small portion sachets.
Check the weight of each pack and whether the product information mentions separate small sachets. Otherwise, weigh out a portion yourself.
Portioning the almonds yourself takes time and may mean you need a suitable storage container.
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Assuming ‘unsalted’ means ‘almonds only’
Ingredients vary from product to product. The Jumbo variety reviewed lists sunflower oil alongside almonds, while PLUS lists almonds as the only ingredient in the unroasted variety reviewed.
Read the ingredients list for the exact variety rather than assuming what’s in it from the product name alone.
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Opening all the packs at once
If you’re splitting your supply between several occasions, opened packs need to be stored carefully. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
Open only the amount you need, and follow the label’s storage instructions for the rest.
Having more opened packs means taking extra care to seal and store them properly.
Which brands are worth comparing?
Albert Heijn
Worth considering if you’re looking for several individual packs in one multipack.
- Albert Heijn describes unsalted multipacks containing 3, 4 or 6 packs of 190 g; the packs are supplied individually.
- The product information doesn’t mention small, pre-portioned lunchbox sachets.
- There’s also a 6-pack of salted, smoky almonds; treat this as a separate variety.
Duyvis
An individual savoury option in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis says its Almonds Original are oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- The 125 g pack described isn’t a multipack; the preparation details come from the manufacturer.
Jumbo
An individual 140 g unsalted option to consider as part of your own selection.
- The ingredients list for the variety reviewed states 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
- The product information says the product may contain peanuts.
PLUS
A 200 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
- PLUS lists almonds as the ingredient and advises storing the product in a cool, dry, dark place.
- The fact that it’s a stand-up pouch doesn’t, by itself, confirm that it can be resealed.
ALDI
The varieties described include unroasted almonds and savoury seasoned almonds.
- ALDI describes 200 g packs of unroasted almonds in resealable packaging.
- The roasted, salted and smoky varieties are also described in 200 g packs.
- Check the ingredients and product information for each variety; they aren’t interchangeable.
Lidl
Alesto Spanish almonds are described in several 200 g varieties.
- The product information confirms that there are several varieties, each in a 200 g pack.
- Check the ingredients, packaging closure and nutritional information for your chosen variety.
Almonds at Joybuy
The products below are packaged almonds, so you can decide how much to serve at a get-together or pack in a lunchbox.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
This pack may suit you if you’d like to weigh out a portion yourself and save the rest for later.
The product description states that it comes in a resealable 160 g pack.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
This variety may suit you if you’d like to weigh out a portion yourself for a get-together or lunchbox.
The product name specifies raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almond 500 gr
This larger pack may suit you if you’d like to work out in advance how much you’ll need for your get-together and for later.
The product name specifies natural almonds in a 500 gr pack.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 6-pack the same as six lunchbox portions?
No. The multipack described by Albert Heijn consists of six individual 190 g packs. The associated product page lists a serving size of 25 g, but that doesn’t mean the multipack contains individual portion sachets.
How can I plan how much I’ll need for a get-together?
You can use the stated serving size as an example for your calculations, not as universal nutritional advice. For six people at 25 g each, you’ll need 150 g in total; that leaves 40 g from a 190 g pack. The 25 g serving size is the one Albert Heijn lists for this product.
How should I store almonds once the pack is open?
Follow the storage instructions on the label and keep the almonds tightly sealed in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; PLUS says to store the stand-up pouch reviewed in a dry, dark place.
Are whole almonds suitable for a young child’s lunchbox?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking. Older children can choke too, so consider their age and how they eat.
What should I look for in the allergen information on the pack?
Check the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety, and keep the packaging to hand when serving the almonds. The NVWA states that allergens must be clearly identified. From 1 January 2026, there are also rules about how and when businesses must warn consumers about allergens that accidentally get into food.