Budget-conscious party planners
You want to buy enough without assuming that a multipack automatically gives you the lowest price per kilo. Compare like-for-like products and consider how much you actually expect to use.
Who is this buying guide for?
Hosts with young guests or guests with allergies
You can tailor how you serve the almonds and which type you choose to suit your guests. Amsterdam UMC advises serving nut butter rather than whole nuts to children under 4; if anyone has an allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging.
Households looking to use up leftovers
Choose between individual packs and a resealable bag so the quantity suits the party and any leftover almonds can be stored properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping nuts dry and tightly sealed.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
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| Age and serving style | Amsterdam UMC advises serving nut butter rather than whole nuts to children under 4. Encourage older children to eat calmly at the table and stay with them. | If I’m hosting a party for young children, I want to check first whether whole nuts are suitable to serve. Around 25% of consumers put age suitability first. |
| Quantity and cost | Compare the price per kilo for suitable product types and factor in how much you’re likely to use. | When I’m planning the party shopping, I don’t want to pay for more almonds than I need. Around 25% of consumers prioritise the cost of the quantity they need. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and warnings on the packaging, and check with the parent or carer about any relevant allergies. Unsalted doesn’t mean allergen-free. | If a guest has a food allergy, I want to choose a suitable product rather than relying on its name or flavour alone. Around 20% of consumers make allergen management their top priority. |
| Ingredients | Check the ingredients for the exact product; unsalted, unroasted and seasoned are different product characteristics. | If I’m looking for a simple or unsalted option, I want to know what’s in the bag. Around 15% of consumers choose ingredients as their main criterion. |
| Storing leftovers | Check whether the pack contains individual portions or is resealable, and follow the storage advice on the label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping nuts dry and tightly sealed. | If I have almonds left over after the party, I want to be able to store the pack easily and use what’s left. Around 15% of consumers prioritise having few leftovers. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a multipack has the lowest price per kilo
A bundle may be cheaper than buying the same items individually, yet still have a higher price per kilo than another suitable option. The product pages from Albert Heijn and PLUS show why these comparisons need to be made separately.
Compare the price per kilo and product type, and consider how much you actually need.
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with ‘unsalted’
According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Almonds Original are oven-roasted, but they also contain a savoury seasoning mix with salt. So a claim about oil doesn’t tell you the salt content on its own.
Check the ingredients for the exact variety before you choose.
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Buying more almonds than you expect to use
A larger supply isn’t automatically useful if you end up with a lot left over. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container.
Choose an amount that matches how much you expect to use, and follow the storage advice on the packaging.
Brands and retailers to consider
Duyvis
The Unsalted Almonds and Almonds Original varieties reviewed are available in 125 g packs.
- Duyvis lists almonds and sunflower oil in its Unsalted Almonds; according to the manufacturer, Almonds Original contains 97% almonds and a savoury seasoning mix.
- Almonds Original carries a may-contain warning for wheat, peanuts and various nuts. The flavour description is not an independent taste test.
Albert Heijn
The unsalted almonds reviewed are available as a 190 g pack and as a multipack of individual packs.
- The four packs in the multipack reviewed can be opened individually.
- Being cheaper than buying the same packs individually doesn’t prove that the multipack has the lowest price per kilo compared with other products.
Jumbo
The Jumbo Unsalted Almonds product reviewed comes in a 140 g pack.
- Jumbo lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil for this product.
- The product page warns that it may contain peanuts. This information applies to the product reviewed.
Lidl
Lidl has a product page for unsalted almonds.
- This product type suits anyone specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
- The product information available doesn’t provide a basis for comparing weight, ingredients or price with the other options mentioned.
ALDI
ALDI sells unroasted almonds under the TRADER JOE'S label in a 200 g pack.
- ALDI states that this pack is resealable.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before serving the almonds.
PLUS
The PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds product reviewed comes in a 200 g pack.
- PLUS lists almonds as an ingredient.
- The product page warns that it may contain peanuts and other nuts; a short ingredients list doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products offer different almond options. The pack size and listed ingredients can help you choose one that suits how much you expect to use.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A 160 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a smaller quantity.
The ingredients list contains only almond kernels.
Almonds aren’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy. If you’re serving whole nuts, Amsterdam UMC advises serving nut butter rather than nuts to children under 4.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
An unsalted option in a 200 g pack, if that’s the quantity you’re looking for.
The product name says Raw & Unsalted; the ingredients list names almonds.
Almonds aren’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy. If you’re serving whole nuts, Amsterdam UMC advises serving nut butter rather than nuts to children under 4.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 gr
The 500 gr pack may be a good fit if you expect to use a larger quantity for the party.
The product information states that it contains 100% almonds.
Almonds aren’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy. If you’re serving whole nuts, Amsterdam UMC advises serving nut butter rather than nuts to children under 4.
Frequently asked questions
At what age can children be given whole almonds?
Amsterdam UMC advises giving children under 4 nut butter with no added sugar or salt, rather than nuts. Older children can choke too, so encourage them to eat calmly at the table and stay with them. This is safety advice, not a legal age limit.
Can you serve unsalted almonds to guests with an allergy?
Not without first checking the allergy and the product information: unsalted almonds still contain almonds. Also read the warnings on the packaging and check the choice with the parent or carer. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that even a small amount can trigger a reaction in someone with a food allergy.
How do you compare a multipack with a smaller bag?
Compare the price per kilo for suitable product types, and also factor in how much you expect to use. Individual packs can be handy if you want to open them at different times, but a bundle isn’t automatically the cheapest option compared with other almonds.
How should you store almonds left over after the party?
Store nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container and follow the storage advice on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping nuts dry and tightly sealed. A pack of individual portions or a resealable bag can help you seal up what’s left after use.
What should you do if you come across a safety warning?
Check that the warning matches the product and any batch or best-before details, and follow the instructions in the warning. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority publishes safety warnings; contact the retailer about what to do next.