Choose a pack based on how you want to carry and portion your almonds: prepare a serving yourself, or choose a pack that you can reseal for several snack breaks. Check the ingredients too, as unsalted doesn’t automatically mean no added oil. Albert Heijn lists 4–5 servings for its 125 g pack of Duyvis Oven Roasted Almonds, so the bag isn’t necessarily a single serving.
You want to have a portion ready before you leave or during a gaming break. Check the weight of each inner pack: a larger snack bag or a multipack of full-size packs isn’t the same as individually portioned snacks. Albert Heijn lists 4–5 servings for its 125 g pack of Duyvis Oven Roasted Almonds.
You’re looking for unsalted almonds and want to know whether oil has also been added. Check the ingredients list for the exact variety, as ‘unsalted’ on its own doesn’t mean it contains only almonds. For example, Jumbo also lists sunflower oil, while PLUS lists only almonds for the variety reviewed.
You’re looking for roasted or seasoned almonds to enjoy at different times. Check the flavour, the number of servings and whether the pack is explicitly described as resealable. ALDI describes the specified Trader Joe’s varieties as resealable.
First decide whether you want a pre-portioned serving, would rather portion it yourself, or plan to use one pack over several occasions.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking a set portion with you | Check the weight of each inner pack, the number of individual packs and the stated servings. A multipack may contain full-size packs. | If I want a set amount ready for a break or to take with me, I check the servings per pack. Around 36% of consumers prioritise portion convenience. |
| Unsalted almonds and preferred ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check the exact variety; unsalted doesn’t rule out added oil. | If I want unsalted almonds with ingredients that suit my preferences, I check the ingredients. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Savoury flavour and preparation method | Check the flavour and the ingredient mix. Roasted, salted and smoked are different characteristics. | If I’m mainly looking for a savoury roasted flavour, I choose based on the variety, not just the packaging. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this flavour preference. |
| Storing and portioning from a bulk pack | Check whether the pack is explicitly resealable and follow the storage advice. A resealable bag isn’t automatically a portion pack. | If I want to use a larger pack on different occasions, I look for a resealable closure and portion the almonds myself. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this use and storage approach. |
A 125 g bag may contain several servings. The AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack contains four full-size 190 g products, not four small snack bags.
Before buying, check the net weight, inner packaging and number of stated servings.
Duyvis and Albert Heijn describe the 125 g variety as oven-roasted without added oil or fat; Albert Heijn also lists salt in the savoury ingredient mix.
Consider the preparation method and ingredients separately. Choose an unsalted variety if that’s your priority.
PLUS describes the pack as a stand-up pouch, but that alone doesn’t confirm it has a resealable closure. ALDI explicitly describes the specified Trader Joe’s varieties as resealable.
Check whether the pack is actually resealable and seal any remaining almonds securely.
If the pack doesn’t seal properly, you may need a separate airtight storage container.
The 125 g oven-roasted variety is worth considering if you’re choosing savoury almonds and plan to portion them yourself. Duyvis and Albert Heijn describe the almonds as roasted without added oil or fat.
The AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack reviewed is suitable if you want several full-size packs and plan to portion the almonds yourself.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is a bulk pack for anyone who wants to portion the almonds themselves.
Lidl lists unroasted almonds and Alesto Spanish almonds in 200 g varieties.
The Trader Joe’s packs reviewed include unroasted almonds and roasted salted or smoked varieties.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds 200 g is a good fit if you’re looking for a simple ingredients list and want to portion the almonds yourself.
This selection includes unsalted and natural almonds, as well as roasted salted varieties; check the ingredients and closure listed for each pack.
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The product description mentions resealable packaging for several snack breaks.
160 g; the ingredients list states 100% almond kernels.
Contains almonds.
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An unsalted variety for anyone who wants to measure out their own portion.
200 g; the product information lists almonds as an ingredient.
Contains almonds.
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A roasted, salted variety if you’re after a savoury flavour.
500 g; the product information lists almonds and salt as ingredients.
Salted and contains almonds.
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A natural variety for anyone who wants to measure out their own portion.
500 g; the product information lists 100% almonds and 0.00 g salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds.
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The product description mentions resealable packaging for use on several occasions.
150 g; the ingredients list states 97% almonds, sunflower oil and salt.
Salted and contains almonds.
No. 30 g is the average product serving listed by Albert Heijn for the Duyvis pack reviewed. That doesn’t make it a personal or gaming-specific nutritional guideline; treat the serving information as product guidance.
Store almonds in a tightly sealed pack in a dry place, and follow the label for the exact variety too. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed pack in a dry place; Jumbo and PLUS advise storing the products reviewed in a cool, dark place.
No. Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g lists sunflower oil, while the PLUS 200 g pack reviewed lists only almonds as an ingredient. So check the ingredients for the exact variety.
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergens in the ingredients list must be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients. Also read any warnings about possible cross-contamination; for the pack reviewed, Jumbo lists almonds and the possible presence of peanuts.
