Portions for on the go
You want to take sealed portions with you or hand them out, and need to know whether a pack really contains individual sachets rather than simply several portions in one bag.
Who is this useful for?
Hosts organising drinks
You’re buying for a group and want to portion the almonds yourself, using a pack you can reseal after handing them out.
Fans of unsalted almonds
You’re looking for an unsalted option and want to check the salt variant and ingredients on the pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check whether you need sealed individual sachets or plan to portion the almonds yourself. Then choose the flavour and quantity that suit your get-together.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
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| Individual portions | Check the number of inner sachets and the contents of each one; a stated number of portions alone doesn’t confirm that they’re individually packed. | If I want to take one sealed portion per guest without portioning them in advance, individual sachets are essential. Around 31% of consumers give separate portions top priority. |
| Savoury flavour | Check whether the variety is roasted, salted or smoky; roasted without added fat doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | If I’m looking for a savoury flavour to serve with drinks, I want to be able to identify the variety in advance. Around 25% of consumers focus mainly on flavour and preparation method. |
| Choosing unsalted | Look specifically for the word ‘unsalted’ and check the ingredients and nutritional information for the variety you’ve chosen. | If I want to serve unsalted almonds, I base my choice on that label, not just on the preparation method. Around 19% of consumers make choosing unsalted their top priority. |
| Quantity for the group | Compare the net weight and number of usable portions on the same weight basis, and allow for portioning them yourself. | If I want to take enough almonds for the group, I focus mainly on the quantity needed and the number of portions. Around 13% of consumers make quantity their main consideration. |
| Allergen information | Check the label on the exact flavour variety and keep the information handy if you’re portioning the almonds in advance. | If I’m serving guests, I want to be able to check the ingredients and allergens before making up portions. Around 12% of consumers give this check top priority. |
Common pitfalls
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Confusing a bag containing several portions with individual snack packs
A label stating 4–5 portions on a 125 g bag of almonds doesn’t mean it contains individual sachets. Check the total contents, number of sachets and contents of each sachet separately.
If you want to hand out a sealed portion to each person, you’ll need to portion them yourself in advance.
Portioning them yourself takes preparation and requires suitable packaging for each individual portion.
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Confusing ‘no added fat’ with ‘unsalted’
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. That doesn’t in itself mean the almonds are unsalted.
Choose based on the salt variety and ingredients of the exact product. The Voedingscentrum recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day; that advice doesn’t make a savoury variety the same as an unsalted one.
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Looking only at the bag size
A larger pack doesn’t automatically provide the number of individual portions you want. For example, the Duyvis and ALDI packs state different net weights.
Compare quantities on the same weight basis, and only count sachets as individual portions if the pack actually lists them separately.
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Treating almonds as an allergen-free snack
Almonds are a tree nut allergen, whether they’re roasted or unsalted.
Check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety before serving or portioning the almonds in advance.
Relevant brands and product ranges
Duyvis
The almond ranges described include a savoury roasted variety and an unsalted option.
- For Almonds Original, Duyvis states that the almonds are oven-roasted without added oil or fat and come in a 125 g pack.
- The 125 g pack doesn’t confirm that it contains individual sachets; check the packaging if you’re looking for sealed portions.
Albert Heijn
The AH own-brand range has a product page for unsalted almonds.
- The product page is useful if you’re specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
- Albert Heijn recommends checking the current pack, as ingredient and allergen information can change.
Jumbo
The own-brand products described are a 150 g salted variety and a 140 g unsalted variety.
- The product pages distinguish between the salt varieties, making it easier to compare them by flavour.
- For its unsalted variety, Jumbo advises storing the almonds in a cool, dry, dark place. The pack sizes aren’t the same.
Lidl
The Alesto range includes Spanish almonds in several varieties.
- The product information lists a 200 g pack.
- Check which variety is shown on the pack if flavour or salt content matters to you.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s almonds described come in roasted salted and smoky varieties, in a 200 g pack.
- ALDI lists a resealable pack, which could be handy if you’re portioning the almonds yourself and want to seal up the remainder.
- Resealable doesn’t mean there are individual inner sachets; check the pack if you need ready-to-serve individual portions.
PLUS
PLUS has an own-brand product of unsalted almonds in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
- The product information makes the contents and packaging clear, helping you choose.
- The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself confirm that the bag is resealable or contains individual portions.
Almonds on Joybuy
These almond picks on Joybuy are suited to snacking and drinks, and include plain and roasted salted varieties. Check that the quantity and salt variety suit your needs for each pack; a product name doesn’t confirm that it contains individual inner sachets.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels, 160 g
The product name says Original Almond Kernels; check whether the quantity suits the number of portions you want to serve.
Quantity according to the product name: 160 g. Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
The product name says Raw & Unsalted, making this a good fit if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted variety.
Quantity according to the product name: 200 g. Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds, 500 g
The product name says roasted salted almonds, making this variety a good choice if you’re looking for a savoury flavour.
Quantity according to the product name: 500 g. Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond), 500 gr
The product name indicates a natural almond variety. Check the ingredients and salt information if choosing an unsalted option is important to you.
Quantity according to the product name: 500 gr. Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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g'woon roasted salted almonds, 150 g
The product name says roasted salted almonds; check the pack if you want to portion the snack yourself.
Quantity according to the product name: 150 g. Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
Frequently asked questions
Does 4–5 portions per bag mean it contains individual sachets?
No. Joybuy’s product page describes one 125 g bag containing 4–5 portions. If you want individually packed portions, look for a product listing that specifies individual inner sachets.
Do almonds served with drinks have to be unsalted?
No, that isn’t a requirement for a snack to serve with drinks. If you want to follow the dietary advice, the Voedingscentrum recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day.
How should you store almonds once the bag is open?
Follow the instructions on the pack for the variety you’ve chosen. For the unsalted almonds reviewed, Jumbo advises storing them in a cool, dry, dark place. The Voedingscentrum lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs that mixed unsalted nuts have gone off; this isn’t a product-specific guarantee of the shelf life of every almond variety.
Which allergen information should I check?
According to the NVWA, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. Almonds are among the listed tree nut allergens; check the pack for the exact flavour variety too.
What should I do if the packaging differs from the online product information?
Read the packaging of the product you received before consuming it, and contact the seller if you have any questions. Albert Heijn recommends checking the pack, as ingredient and allergen information can change.