Budget-conscious garden party planners
You want to buy enough almonds and are comparing pack sizes with the amount you actually expect to use. Pack sizes and multipacks can vary considerably in their total contents.
Who is this useful for?
Hosts serving snacks in stages
You don’t want to open your whole supply at once. Individual packs or packaging explicitly described as resealable can work well if you’re serving snacks in several rounds.
Households looking for unsalted options
You’re looking for an unsalted option and check the ingredients and allergens on the label. Roasted without added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted.
What should you look for when buying?
For a garden party, it helps to start by deciding what matters most: the right quantity, a flavour everyone will enjoy or a supply that’s easy to open in portions.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| Usable quantity | Compare the net weight and think about how much of the supply you expect to use. | If I want to buy enough almonds without judging by the number of bags alone, I look at how much I’ll actually use. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the usable quantity. |
| Quantity for your group | Think about how many people are eating and whether almonds will be a main snack or one of several. | If I’m serving almonds alongside other snacks, I want to choose an amount that reflects how much my guests are likely to eat. Around 23% of consumers prioritise an appropriate amount for the party. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and check the information about almonds, salt and any other potential allergens. | If I want to assess the ingredients and consider guests who need to check for allergens, I read the label before serving. Around 18% of consumers make this their priority. |
| Opening and storing | Check whether the product comes in individual packs or whether the bag is explicitly described as resealable; follow the storage instructions. | If I want to serve my supply in several rounds, I only want to open what I need at the time and store the rest properly. Around 18% of consumers prioritise opening and storing in stages. |
| Drinks-party flavour | Check whether the almonds are unroasted, roasted, salted or prepared with another flavouring. | If I’m looking for a savoury snack to serve with drinks, I choose an option that suits that flavour profile rather than a plain variety. Around 12% of consumers prioritise a flavour that goes well with drinks. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a larger pack is automatically better value
A larger pack contains more almonds, but that doesn’t automatically make it the right choice if you only expect to use some of them.
Compare the net weight with the amount you want to use for the party and afterwards.
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with ‘unsalted’
The manufacturer describes Duyvis Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat, but the ingredients do include salt.
Check the preparation method and salt content separately on the label.
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Assuming every stand-up pouch is resealable
The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself mean that the pack can be resealed after opening. Nuts should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; Voedingscentrum also recommends keeping them somewhere cool.
Look for an explicit statement that the pack is resealable or use a suitable storage container.
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Checking only for almonds when it comes to allergens
A product described as plain or unsalted isn’t necessarily free from other allergens. Some labels mention the possible presence of peanuts or other nuts.
Keep the packaging handy and check the latest ingredients and allergen information before serving.
Brands and options to consider
Albert Heijn
The options mentioned range from a larger pack of plain almonds to multipacks containing individual packs.
- AH Terra Unroasted Almonds contains 500 g and lists almonds as its only ingredient.
- The unsalted multipacks consist of individual 190 g packs.
- AH Terra states that the product may contain peanuts and other nuts; check the label for the option you choose.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is a plain variety in a 200 g pack.
- The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and recommends storing the product in a dry, dark place.
- The description ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself confirm that the pack is resealable.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s options reviewed include unroasted almonds and separate roasted varieties with different flavours.
- ALDI explicitly states that the 200 g pack of unroasted almonds is resealable.
- The roasted, salted and smoky-flavoured options are different varieties; check the ingredients on each pack.
Duyvis
Duyvis Almonds Original is a savoury, oven-roasted snack in a 125 g pack.
- According to the manufacturer, the almonds are oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- The ingredients include salt and flavouring; the manufacturer states that the product may contain wheat, peanuts and various nuts.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds comes in a smaller 140 g pack.
- The product information lists almonds and sunflower oil as ingredients.
- For this variety, ‘unsalted’ doesn’t mean that only almonds have been added; the label also mentions the possible presence of peanuts.
Lidl
Lidl has product information for unroasted almonds in a 200 g pack.
- This pack could be an option if you’re looking for a smaller quantity of unroasted almonds.
- Check the latest product information and any offer terms before deciding to buy.
Almonds at Joybuy
This selection at Joybuy includes plain almonds and roasted, salted varieties in packs ranging from 150 to 500 g. Choose according to flavour, quantity and how you want to open and store your supply.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a savoury almond option for a garden party.
The product title describes roasted, salted almonds in a 500 g pack.
Contains salt, so it isn’t an unsalted plain variety. The product information warns of a choking hazard for young children.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a larger supply of plain almonds.
The product information states that the pack contains 500 g of 100% almonds, with no added salt.
The pack should be tightly sealed after opening. Contains almonds, so it isn’t suitable for a guest with an almond allergy.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
A good choice if you want to serve or store a smaller quantity of plain almonds.
The product information states that the pack contains 160 g of 100% almond kernels and describes it as resealable.
Contains almonds, so it isn’t suitable for a guest with an almond allergy.
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g'woon raw unsalted almonds 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller pack of unsalted almonds.
The product title describes raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack; the ingredients information lists almonds.
Contains almonds, so it isn’t suitable for a guest with an almond allergy.
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g'woon roasted salted almonds 150 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller, savoury almond snack to serve with drinks.
The product information lists roasted almonds, sunflower oil and salt in a resealable 150 g pack.
May contain traces of peanuts and other nuts; this isn’t an unsalted plain variety.
Frequently asked questions
How many almonds should you buy for twenty guests?
First, work out how many guests are likely to eat almonds and what other snacks you’ll be serving. If you allow 25 g per person for your planning, that’s 500 g for twenty people. Albert Heijn lists this serving size for AH Terra; it’s product information, not a fixed guideline for how much to buy for a party.
How should you serve and store a larger supply?
Put some out as needed and seal the rest tightly. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Terra in a cool, dark and dry place; Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts tightly sealed in a dry place. The AH multipacks contain individual packs that you can open separately.
Does ‘roasted without oil’ mean the almonds are unsalted?
No. According to Duyvis, the almonds are oven-roasted without added oil or fat, but the ingredients do include salt. Check the preparation method and salt content separately on the pack.
What should you check if a guest has a nut or peanut allergy?
Check the latest ingredients and allergen information with your guest; don’t rely on the words ‘plain’ or ‘unsalted’ alone. AH Terra lists almonds and states that the product may contain peanuts and other nuts. A nut allergy can cause serious reactions, so don’t serve almonds if your guest says they aren’t suitable for them.
What should you consider if there will be young children at the garden party?
Albert Heijn’s product page warns that young children can choke on nuts. Keep bowls of whole almonds out of their reach and choose another suitable snack for young children.