A large bag of unsalted almonds is a good choice if you snack on them regularly at the office and can store them in a cool, dry place in a well-sealed container. Choose smaller bags if you eat fewer almonds or want to split your supply between different locations. A multipack is not necessarily cheaper per kilo, nor does it necessarily contain individual portion packs. Check the ingredients too, and keep the allergen information with the packaging when sharing snacks.
You want to keep a supply of unsalted almonds and can take small amounts with you. A large bag could work if you use it up and store it properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place.
You’re mainly buying for yourself and don’t want to open a large pack each time. A smaller bag may suit you if you eat almonds occasionally or your consumption varies.
You share snacks between colleagues or different storage areas. Individual unopened bags and clear information about almonds and any other potential allergens are important in this case. Allergen information requirements apply to professional catering.
Start by comparing the ingredients and price per kilo. Then decide how much you want to open at a time, and check the allergen information if the snacks will be shared.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Value per kilo | Compare the price per kilo of products with similar ingredients, and account for any delivery costs separately. | If I take almonds with me regularly, I want to know how much I’m paying for the quantity; around 36% of consumers say value per kilo is their top purchasing priority. |
| Unsalted or savoury | Read the ingredients and salt content. Roasted or made without added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | If you’re looking for an everyday unsalted snack, the ingredients may matter more than a strong savoury flavour; around 29% of consumers prioritise unsalted products. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the quantity per bag, whether it can be resealed, and whether you have space to store your supply in a well-sealed container in a dry place. | If my office snacking varies, I don’t want to open more than I need; around 21% of consumers prioritise convenient storage and easy portioning. |
| Allergens when sharing | Check the label of the exact product, and distinguish between information about ingredients present and possible traces. | If I share snacks with colleagues, I want everyone to be able to check the allergen information; around 14% of consumers prioritise clear information for sharing over price or flavour. |
A multipack may contain larger bags for storing at home, and it won’t necessarily have the lowest price per kilo. The ingredients and total weight may also differ from those of a large bag.
Divide the total pack price by the total weight, and compare products with similar ingredients.
According to Duyvis, Duyvis Oven roasted almonds are roasted without added oil or fat. However, the Dutch label information from Albert Heijn lists 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, as well as flavourings.
Read the ingredients and salt content before choosing an unsalted supply for everyday snacking.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place, as they are susceptible to mould.
Choose an amount that suits your consumption, seal the packaging properly and follow the storage instructions on the label.
Almonds are an allergen in their own right. Some products also carry a warning that they may contain other allergens.
Keep the original packaging and let people know which type of nut is inside. For professional catering with unpackaged snacks, allergen information must be available, and the type of nut must be specified.
Offers examples of both a larger bag of plain almonds and a multipack of individual bags.
The 140 g unsalted option is a smaller choice for keeping a supply.
The option reviewed is a smaller bag of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
The TRADER JOE’S option reviewed is a smaller bag of unroasted almonds for keeping in stock.
The Dutch product information lists unsalted almonds and Alesto Spanish almonds in different varieties.
The Oven roasted almonds reviewed are a small, savoury roasted snack rather than a large supply of unsalted almonds.
This selection includes larger packs of almonds, smaller plain varieties, and roasted or salted almonds for the office.
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The 500 gr pack is a good option if you’re looking for a larger supply of almonds for the office.
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The 160 g pack is a good option if you’re looking for a smaller supply of almond kernels.
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This variety is a good option if you’re looking for a smaller supply of raw, unsalted almonds.
The product name lists the pack size as 200 g.
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This is a larger supply for anyone looking for roasted, salted almonds rather than an unsalted variety.
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The product name indicates roasted, salted almonds in a smaller 150 g pack.
Use your planned portion size and the number of times you expect to snack to calculate how much you’ll need. For example, Albert Heijn lists 20 portions of 25 g in a 500 g bag. This is product information, not personal dietary advice.
Store the nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool, and follow the instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as an example of cool storage; this does not guarantee how long the almonds will keep once opened.
No. According to Albert Heijn, the AH 4-pack reviewed contains four separate 190 g bags. You’ll need to measure out your own snack portion.
For professional catering with unpackaged almonds, allergen information must be available where the snack is offered, and the type of nut must be clearly identified. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains this information requirement. This doesn’t mean the same catering rules automatically apply to every snack brought in privately.
No. Almonds are the allergen themselves. If someone has other food allergies, they should check the label of the exact product, including any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
