Regular sharers
If you share almonds often, choose a quantity that matches how much you actually use. Albert Heijn sells AH Terra raw almonds in 200 g and 500 g packs.
Who are these options for?
Occasional patio snackers
For the odd get-together, a smaller pack or multipack may suit you if you don’t want to open everything at once. Check whether the pack is resealable; ALDI describes its 200 g pack of raw almonds as resealable.
Label-conscious snack buyers
If you’re choosing between unsalted, roasted and savoury seasoned almonds, compare the exact ingredients and allergen information. A seasoned variety may contain different ingredients from a pack of plain almonds.
What should you look for when buying?
When choosing almonds to enjoy with a drink at home, the main considerations are how much you’ll use, how they’re prepared and what the people eating them need.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this more important for? |
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| Pack size and usage | Compare the net weight of the same type of almonds and think about how much you’ll actually use. | I share almonds regularly and want to have enough in without opening more than I can finish. Around 29% of consumers put choosing the right quantity first. |
| Quantity and storage | Estimate how much you’ll use between get-togethers and check whether the bag is resealable; follow the storage instructions on the pack. | If I only have drinks with friends occasionally, I want to be able to seal the leftovers properly afterwards. Around 24% of consumers start by considering quantity and storage. |
| Preparation and salt | Read both the preparation description and the ingredients and nutrition information; raw and roasted are not the same. | I’m looking for an unsalted option, but want to choose between raw and roasted. Around 18% of consumers focus mainly on preparation and salt. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the flavour variety and ingredients list; no added fat doesn’t automatically mean no salt or seasoning. | A savoury or smoky flavour matters more to me than getting the biggest bag possible. Around 17% of consumers choose primarily by flavour. |
| Allergen information | Read the current label and distinguish between ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’. | When different people are sharing, I first check that the ingredients and warnings suit their allergen requirements. Around 12% of consumers put this information first. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a bigger pack is always the better choice
A bigger bag gives you more to keep in the cupboard, but it won’t necessarily suit how much you use. The AH Terra packs reviewed, at 200 g and 500 g, have different net weights; how much you get through is still the deciding factor.
Choose a pack based on how often you share almonds and how much you use between get-togethers.
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Assuming ‘no added fat’ means no salt or seasoning
Duyvis says its Oven roasted variety is roasted without added oil or fat, but the variety reviewed also contains a savoury seasoning mix.
Read the ingredients list for your chosen variety alongside the preparation description.
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Confusing unsalted or plain with allergen-free
Almonds are an allergen in their own right. Warnings about other nuts, peanuts or other ingredients can also vary from product to product.
Check the current allergen information for everyone sharing the food, and keep the packaging to hand.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
The Oven roasted variety reviewed is a savoury seasoned almond snack in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis says this variety is roasted without added oil or fat.
- The savoury seasoning mix means this isn’t a pack of plain, unsalted almonds; these details apply to the variety reviewed.
Albert Heijn
AH Terra raw almonds are available in the 200 g and 500 g packs reviewed. Albert Heijn also sells 190 g packs of roasted unsalted almonds.
- The raw almond pack sizes make it easy to compare the quantity in each pack.
- The roasted variety has a different preparation and pack, and isn’t the same product as the raw AH Terra almonds.
Jumbo
The Jumbo products reviewed are 200 g packs of blanched raw almonds and an almond and nut mix.
- These product types show why it’s important to distinguish a pack of almonds from a nut mix.
- The product page for the blanched almonds says the product is no longer available; the mix is a different product and isn’t a substitute for plain almonds.
Lidl
Lidl lists Alesto Spanish almonds, 200 g, in several varieties, as well as a product page for 200 g packs of raw almonds.
- The pack sizes mentioned give you a starting point for comparing varieties and pack weights.
- The description ‘Spanish almonds’ alone doesn’t tell you the salt content or full ingredients; check the label of your chosen variety.
ALDI
ALDI describes 200 g packs of Trader Joe’s raw almonds and 200 g packs of roasted salted or smoky-flavoured varieties.
- The raw almond pack is described as resealable, which may be useful if you don’t use it all at once.
- The different flavours won’t necessarily have the same ingredients or preparation.
PLUS
The PLUS pack reviewed contains raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The ingredients list for this variety names almonds.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable; check the pack and allergen information.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy options range from resealable packs for using a little at a time to larger unsalted or salted packs. Compare the quantity, preparation and label information with what suits your get-together.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
The resealable pack may suit you if you won’t use it all at once.
Size: 160 g. The ingredients are listed as 100% almond kernels.
Contains almonds.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
The product name describes these as raw, unsalted almonds; the description recommends sealing the pack carefully after opening.
Size: 200 g. The description lists almonds as the only ingredient.
Contains almonds.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
This larger pack of roasted, salted almonds may suit you if you’re looking to share a savoury snack.
Size: 500 g. The nutrition information lists 1.0 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds and added salt. The product description warns that these may pose a choking risk to young children.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 g
The larger pack may suit you if you share almonds regularly; the description recommends sealing the bag carefully after opening.
Size: 500 g. The ingredients list says 100% almonds; the nutrition information lists 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds.
Frequently asked questions
How do you decide how many almonds to buy?
Choose a net weight that matches how much you expect to use and how often you’ll open the pack. AH Terra lists a 25 g serving on the label: 200 g gives you 8 servings and 500 g gives you 20. For the variety reviewed, Duyvis lists an average serving of 30 g, so compare servings by weight too.
How should you store leftovers after drinks on the patio?
Seal the pack carefully and follow the instructions for your chosen variety. For opened unsalted almonds, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them for 6 months in a kitchen cupboard or 1 year in the freezer; their quality may deteriorate after that. Don’t automatically apply this advice to all seasoned varieties.
What should you look for in allergen information on a Dutch label?
Check which allergens the product contains and whether any possible cross-contamination is mentioned. The NVWA requires allergens present in a product to be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. According to the NVWA, Dutch rules on warnings about possible cross-contamination apply from 1 January 2026; ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ are different statements.
What product information should be available when buying online?
Official Dutch business guidance says that labelling information must be in Dutch and available online too. Before eating the product, also check the pack you actually receive.
Can you always return an unopened pack of almonds?
Online purchases generally come with a 14-day cooling-off period, but legal exceptions may apply, including to products that spoil quickly. The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets does not describe this exception as a blanket exclusion for all food products. A complaint about a faulty product is separate from changing your mind about a purchase; ACM ConsuWijzer explains that you’re entitled to a product that meets your reasonable expectations.
Are whole almonds automatically suitable for young children?
No, a shared snack bowl isn’t automatically suitable for young children. The Albert Heijn product information reviewed warns of a choking risk for young children; follow the warnings on the specific pack.