Budget-conscious hosts
You want to buy enough almonds without stocking up on more than you’ll use. Compare the total quantity with the amount in each individual pack; product pages from Albert Heijn, PLUS and ALDI show different pack formats.
Who is this buying guide for?
Households that entertain every week
You’re buying for several Fridays and want to choose between individual packs to keep in reserve and one larger bag that you can reseal after use. Albert Heijn lists a multipack with four individual packs; ALDI describes resealable packs for specific varieties.
Shoppers mindful of ingredients
You want to distinguish between plain, unsalted almonds and savoury-seasoned varieties, and check the allergen information before serving them to guests. Product information from retailers including PLUS, Duyvis and Jumbo lists different ingredients and warnings.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many packs you need and when you’ll open them. Then choose the ingredients and flavour to suit your get-together and the people you’ll be sharing them with.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Pack format | Check how many individual packs there are and the weight of each one. | If I’m buying for several Fridays, I don’t want to have to open everything at once. Around 25% of consumers prioritise how the stock is packaged. |
| Total quantity | Match the total amount to the number of get-togethers and the other snacks you’ll serve. | I want enough almonds for the occasions I’ve planned, without bringing home more than we’ll use. Around 25% of consumers put choosing the right quantity first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and warnings on the pack for the exact variety. | If I’m serving guests, I want to know in advance which ingredients and allergen information apply to this variety. Around 19% of consumers prioritise ingredients. |
| Flavour and preparation | Know the difference between natural, roasted and unsalted, and savoury-seasoned. | When I’m looking for a bold flavour for drinks, I want to know whether the almonds are salted or seasoned. Around 19% of consumers put flavour first. |
| Storage after opening | Check whether the pack is resealable and follow the storage advice on the label. | I want to be able to seal and store the contents between get-togethers in line with the product instructions. Around 12% of consumers prioritise storage. |
Common pitfalls
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Choosing a larger pack without working out how much you need
A larger pack gives you more to keep in stock, but it may be more than you want to open or use for the get-togethers you’ve planned.
Work out the quantity based on the number of occasions and the other snacks you’ll serve; also check how many individual packs are in the multipack.
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Assuming dry-roasted means unseasoned
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. The manufacturer also says this variety has a savoury flavouring.
Check the ingredients list for the exact variety; a description of how it’s prepared doesn’t replace the list.
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Assuming a resealable pack keeps the contents fresh indefinitely
A resealable pack can be closed after use, but that alone doesn’t tell you how long the contents will keep once opened.
Follow the storage advice on the pack. For the relevant unroasted variety, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack properly.
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Assuming the same almonds are suitable for everyone
Ingredients and allergen warnings can vary between varieties. Albert Heijn also warns that whole almonds may pose a choking hazard to small children.
Check the current packaging and take account of relevant allergies and who’ll be there before serving whole almonds. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that nuts are one of the allergen groups.
Almond brands to consider
Duyvis
Almonds Original is a savoury-seasoned snack for drinks, sold in a 125 g pack.
- The manufacturer says the almonds are oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- The manufacturer also notes that they have a savoury flavouring and may contain traces of wheat and peanuts, among other things. Check the information on the pack.
Albert Heijn
The range includes a multipack of roasted, unsalted almonds and a larger pack of unroasted almonds.
- According to Albert Heijn, the multipack contains four individual 190 g packs.
- The unroasted variety is blanched, so it is prepared differently from roasted almonds for drinks.
Jumbo
The product information for the 140 g Unsalted Almonds describes a specific unsalted variety.
- The ingredients list states 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
- The page warns that the product may contain peanuts. This information applies to this variety, not all Jumbo almonds.
Lidl
Lidl sells almonds under the Alesto brand, with product information on Spanish almonds in different varieties.
- Lidl’s range information lists almonds among its Alesto products.
- Check the current pack size, ingredients and preparation method for each variety in the product information.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s almonds are described as unroasted, roasted and unsalted, or savoury-seasoned, depending on the variety.
- ALDI lists resealable packaging for specific 200 g varieties.
- Check the flavour of each variety separately: product information for salted almonds doesn’t automatically apply to the smoked variety.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds, 200 g, is a basic variety whose ingredients list contains only almonds.
- The product page recommends storing them in a cool, dry place away from light.
- The ingredients and storage advice apply to this specific variety; always check the current product information.
Almond products at Joybuy
This selection includes smaller packs, unsalted or natural almonds, and roasted salted varieties. Compare the pack size and flavour with the quantity you need for your get-togethers.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A good fit if you’re looking for a smaller pack for a get-together; the product name states 160 g.
The product information notes possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
A good fit if you’re looking for unsalted almonds; the product name states Raw & Unsalted and 200 g.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds 500 g
A good fit if you’re looking for a savoury roasted variety in a larger pack; the product name states 500 g.
The product information warns that the almonds may pose a choking hazard to young children.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
A good fit if you’re looking for natural almonds in a larger pack; the product name states 500 g.
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g'woon roasted salted almonds 150 g
A good fit if you’re looking for a smaller pack of roasted, salted almonds; the product name states 150 g.
The product information notes possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
Frequently asked questions
How do you work out how many almonds you need for a get-together?
Choose an amount per person and multiply it by the number of guests. As an example calculation, not dietary advice: eight people having 25 g each would need 200 g in total. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as the serving size on the pack for a specific variety; remember to allow for other snacks too.
Can you serve unroasted almonds straight away?
Yes. For the relevant unroasted variety, Albert Heijn says they can be eaten as they are. So you don’t need to roast this product before serving.
How should you store opened almonds?
Follow the storage advice on the pack for your product. For the relevant unroasted variety, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack properly after use. A resealable bag alone doesn’t tell you how long the contents will keep once opened.
What allergen information should you check for almonds?
Read the ingredients list and warnings on the pack for the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists nuts as one of the allergen groups; warnings about the possible presence of other allergens can vary by product.
Are whole almonds suitable for small children?
Don’t assume they are: Albert Heijn’s product information warns that whole almonds may pose a choking hazard to small children. Consider who’ll be there, and don’t assume whole almonds are suitable for everyone.