Households planning to share a bag
You want to use one bag both at home and for your trip. Check the net weight, price per kilo and storage instructions, rather than relying on the word ‘value’ alone.
Who is this buying guide for?
Travellers looking for a compact snack
You’re looking for a smaller amount that’s easy to take with you and can possibly be resealed. The examples listed range from 125 g and 140 g packs to a resealable 200 g pack.
Shoppers looking for unsalted almonds
You want to choose a variety that suits your preference for unsalted nuts, without confusing unroasted and roasted almonds. Check the allergen information before sharing almonds, too.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide how much you need and how you want the almonds prepared. Then compare only packs that match those requirements.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Value per kilo | Compare almonds prepared in the same way and divide the price by the weight in kilos. Also consider whether you’ll use the whole pack. | If I want to use the bag at home and on the go, I want to know what I’m paying per kilo and whether the leftovers suit my needs. Around 31% of consumers prioritise value per kilo. |
| Quantity and closure | Check the net weight and whether the product information says the pack is resealable. | If I’m mainly looking for something for a single trip, I don’t want to take more than I need, and I want to be able to close the bag after opening it. Around 25% of consumers prioritise convenience when carrying a product. |
| Choosing unsalted | Read the variety name and ingredients. Unsalted and unroasted don’t mean the same thing. | If I don’t want added salt, I check the exact variety instead of relying on the preparation method alone. Around 19% of consumers prioritise unsalted products. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the almonds are unroasted or roasted, and read the information about added ingredients. | If I specifically want roasted almonds, I look for that preparation on the label and don’t assume that roasted also means unsalted. Around 13% of consumers prioritise roasted products. |
| Sharing with others | Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack before sharing the contents. | If I want to share the bag with fellow travellers, I first want to know whether the ingredients are suitable for everyone. Around 12% of consumers prioritise suitability for sharing. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming a large bag is automatically better value
A larger quantity doesn’t prove that the price per kilo is lower. A bigger pack also means you’ll need a plan for any leftovers.
Compare the price per kilo for almonds prepared in the same way, and decide in advance how much you’ll use at home and on the go.
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Assuming roasted, unsalted and made without added oil mean the same thing
These are different product features. For example, ALDI lists one specific variety as roasted and unsalted, while Duyvis says its Almonds Original are oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
Choose based on the exact variety name and ingredients, rather than relying on a single claim about how the almonds are prepared.
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Assuming a shop on Plaza means the product is in stock
Royal Schiphol Group lists Albert Heijn locations on Plaza, but that doesn’t mean a particular variety of almonds will be available there.
Buy a specific variety in advance if you need it. Treat a stop at a shop on Plaza as a possibility, not a guarantee that the product will be in stock.
If you wait until you’re at the airport to look for a specific variety, you may spend extra time searching.
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Assuming hand luggage rules also cover import rules
Schiphol warns that airlines may have additional rules. Import rules at your destination are a separate matter.
Check hand luggage rules, any rules set by your airline and import rules at your destination separately.
Brands to use as a guide
Duyvis
An example of a smaller oven-roasted variety: Duyvis Almonds Original comes in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis says its almonds are oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- That doesn’t automatically mean the almonds are unsalted, so check the variety information.
Albert Heijn
An option to look into in advance if you’re after a larger pack or considering a possible stop at Schiphol Plaza.
- One product listing mentions AH Terra almonds in a 500 g pack.
- A larger pack doesn’t prove a lower price per kilo, and a shop listing doesn’t confirm that the variety you want will be in stock.
Jumbo
An example of a smaller pack of unsalted almonds: Jumbo lists a 140 g variety.
- The product information for this variety says to store it in a cool, dry place away from light.
- These storage instructions apply to the variety listed; follow the label on the pack you buy.
Lidl
The Alesto range is a point of reference for Spanish almonds in different varieties.
- The product listing includes 200 g varieties.
- Don’t assume a particular preparation or that a variety is unsalted without checking the information for the exact product.
Aldi
The Trader Joe’s variety listed is an example of a resealable pack for taking on the go.
- ALDI lists this 200 g pack as containing roasted, unsalted almonds.
- Resealable doesn’t mean the almonds have a particular shelf life after opening.
PLUS
A specific example of unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The product information lists both the preparation and the pack size.
- The features of this variety don’t apply to every product from the brand. Compare only products that match your preferences.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products include smaller or resealable packs and larger bags, with both unroasted and roasted varieties.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller, resealable pack to take on the go.
The product information lists a 160 g pack in resealable packaging.
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g’woon Raw & Unsalted almonds 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
Contains almonds; not suitable for anyone with a known almond allergy. Check the allergen information on the pack before sharing the product.
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Anatolia roasted, salted almonds 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a larger pack of roasted, salted almonds.
The product title lists a pack size of 500 g.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a larger pack to use on several occasions.
The product information lists 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
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g’woon roasted, salted almonds 150 g
A good choice if you’re looking for roasted almonds in a smaller, resealable pack.
The product information lists a pack size of 150 g, 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0.7% salt. It also mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you still buy a bag of almonds at Schiphol?
Royal Schiphol Group lists Albert Heijn and two to-go locations on Plaza. This gives you the option of stopping at a shop, but doesn’t confirm that your preferred variety will be available. Buy in advance if you need a particular preparation or pack size.
How should you store the rest of a larger bag?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack for your variety. The instructions for the Jumbo variety listed say to store it in a cool, dry place away from light. A resealable bag is handy, but doesn’t in itself tell you how long the almonds will keep after opening.
Can you take almonds through security and on board without restrictions?
Schiphol’s general rule is that, in principle, you can take anything with you except dangerous or prohibited items. It also warns that airlines may have additional rules. This isn’t permission for every flight or situation, so check your airline’s rules too.
Can you take leftover almonds into your destination country?
Check the destination’s import rules before you travel. Schiphol says that travel from the Netherlands to other countries is also subject to customs rules. Information about importing into the Netherlands doesn’t automatically mean you’re allowed to import the almonds into another country.
Is an unsalted variety suitable for sharing with someone who has a nut allergy?
No. Unsalted doesn’t mean a product is free from nut allergens. Almonds are among the nuts listed as allergens. Don’t share almonds with anyone for whom they’re a known allergen, and check the allergen information on the pack.