Party hosts shopping with a plan
You want enough almonds for your guests without having lots left over. Check the total net weight and how much you’re likely to use.
Who is this buying guide for?
Households looking for unsalted almonds
You’re looking for an unsalted snack and want to distinguish between raw and roasted almonds, too. Check the product name and label: unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted.
Party hosts with children or guests with an almond allergy
If children or guests with an almond allergy will be eating, first consider a suitable way to serve the almonds or offer an alternative. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum) warns that whole nuts can pose a choking risk for children. Almonds are also an allergen that must be listed on the label.
What should you look for when choosing?
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should give this more weight? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity and packaging | Compare the total net weight and work out how many full packs you’ll need. | If you want to buy enough for your guests without having lots left over, the total quantity is your main consideration. Around 33% of consumers prioritise quantity and buying the right amount. |
| Opening and storage | Check how many individual packs there are, whether they’re resealable and what the storage instructions say. | If you don’t want to open everything at once and would like to store any leftovers, check the pack sizes and storage instructions. Around 20% of consumers prioritise opening and storage. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the almonds are raw or roasted, and whether they’re salted. Also look at the ingredients. | If you’re looking for a particular type of snack to serve with drinks, choose according to the variety shown on the label. Around 20% of consumers prioritise preparation and flavour. |
| Allergens and serving | Check the allergen information for the exact product and consider how best to serve it to any children attending. | If guests have an almond allergy or children will be eating, a suitable choice matters more than the pack size. Around 27% of consumers prioritise allergens and a safe way to serve the almonds. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming all almonds are the same
Raw, roasted unsalted and roasted salted almonds are different varieties. A savoury flavour or a preparation method without added oil doesn’t, by itself, tell you whether a product is unsalted.
First compare the exact preparation method and whether the almonds are salted. Then check the net weight and ingredients.
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Choosing a multipack without checking the total quantity
Four individual packs don’t tell you how many almonds you’re buying in total or how many you need. Any quantity you don’t use can also be a practical consideration after the party.
Add up the net weight of all the packs and think in advance about what you’ll do with any leftovers.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists unsalted and raw almonds as separate 4-pack options.
- Several individual packs can work well for serving the almonds in rounds.
- The varieties differ in how they’re prepared, so check which one you’re choosing.
ALDI
ALDI’s Dutch product information lists TRADER JOE'S almonds in different varieties, each in a 200 g pack.
- The raw and roasted unsalted varieties are listed in resealable packs.
- Roasted almonds can also be salted or smoked, so check the exact variety.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 200 g stand-up pouch of raw, unsalted almonds.
- The product name makes both the preparation method and salt variety clear.
- The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t, by itself, confirm that the pack is resealable.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
- According to the manufacturer, no oil or fat has been added.
- The savoury flavour description comes from the manufacturer and doesn’t confirm that the variety is unsalted.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Unsalted Almonds 140 g and recommends storing them in a cool, dark place.
- The product name gives the unsalted variety and net weight.
- Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean raw.
Lidl
Lidl lists a 200 g variety of raw almonds.
- The product name makes it clear that the almonds are raw.
- Check the pack to see whether the variety is also unsalted.
Almonds on Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes smaller and larger packs, with options such as natural and roasted salted almonds. All options contain almonds, so check the information on the exact pack and take allergies and how you’ll serve them into account.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A 160 g pack may suit you if you’re looking for a measured quantity.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and a resealable pack.
The kernels are described as whole. If children will be eating them, bear in mind the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s warning about whole nuts.
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g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
This variety is a good fit if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
The product information recommends keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds 500 g
This larger pack of roasted salted almonds is a good fit if you’re specifically looking for a snack to serve with drinks.
The product information lists a net weight of 500 g and recommends storing the almonds in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack tightly after opening.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
This larger pack may suit you if you’re looking for almonds to snack on or use in recipes.
The product information lists 100% almonds and 0,00 g salt per 100 g. After opening, the description recommends storing the almonds in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack.
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g’woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
This smaller pack is ideal if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat roasted salted snack.
The product information lists 150 g, 0,7% salt and a resealable pack. Storage advice: keep in a cool, dry place.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out how many packs I need?
Multiply the number of guests eating almonds by the amount you’re planning per person for this example. As a calculation, not a serving recommendation: 20 guests × 25 g is 500 g; with 200 g packs, you’ll need three, giving you 600 g in total. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that 25 g is a handful of unsalted nuts.
How should I store almonds after the party?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack for the exact variety. Jumbo recommends storing its Unsalted Almonds 140 g in a cool, dark place. Seal a suitable pack tightly after opening. A resealable closure doesn’t, by itself, guarantee a particular shelf life.
Can I put out a bowl of whole almonds for children?
Don’t assume that whole almonds are suitable for children. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that whole nuts can pose a choking risk. So think in advance about a suitable way to serve them.
What allergen information must be shown on the pack?
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) states that allergens must be clearly and correctly listed on the label. Almonds are one of the relevant tree nuts. Check the information for the exact variety; a larger pack or an unsalted option doesn’t change the fact that the product contains almonds.