Value shoppers who’ll use them again later
If you’d like to use any leftover almonds later, a larger bag could be a good choice. Store them in a well-sealed pack in a dry place, as recommended by the Nutrition Centre.
Which pack sizes suit different people?
Small groups
If you only want to open a small amount for one evening, compare smaller packs. The options reviewed range from 125 g at Duyvis to 200 g at retailers including PLUS and ALDI.
Mindful snackers
If you’re choosing between unsalted, roasted or savoury, check the ingredients for the exact variety. Almonds are an allergen, so if anyone has a relevant allergy, keep the current label to hand.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, work out how many you expect to eat during your snack night and whether you can store the rest properly. Then choose the preparation and ingredients that suit your group.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might care most? |
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| Quantity and storage | Net weight, planned portions and storage instructions. | If I want to use the almonds again later, I look at the quantity and how to store the opened bag; around 38% of consumers put these two factors first. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the variety is unroasted, roasted, unsalted or savoury. | If I’m looking for a particular flavour or preparation, I want to know exactly what’s in the bag; around 37% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, salt content per 100 g and any allergen warnings. | If the ingredients or salt content will determine my purchase, I compare the label for the exact variety; around 25% of consumers give this consideration priority. |
Things to watch out for when choosing
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Assuming unsalted means almonds only
The Jumbo variety reviewed is unsalted, but its ingredients list also includes sunflower oil. The PLUS variety reviewed lists almonds as its only ingredient.
Read the ingredients list on the pack you’re planning to buy; the variety name doesn’t always tell you everything about the recipe.
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Assuming ‘no added oil or fat’ means fat-free or unsalted
Duyvis describes its Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. That alone doesn’t mean the almonds are unsalted or fat-free; the ingredients list for the variety reviewed includes a savoury seasoning mix with salt.
Consider the preparation description, ingredients and nutrition table separately.
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Assuming almonds are suitable for every guest
Almonds are an allergen. Packs may also carry warnings about other allergens.
Ask your guests about any relevant allergies and check the current label. If someone has an almond allergy, serve another suitable snack.
Brands and varieties to compare
Albert Heijn
AH Terra unroasted almonds have been reviewed in 200 g and 500 g packs.
- The two pack sizes let you choose between a smaller quantity and a larger bag.
- Prijsfavoriet is Albert Heijn’s own positioning, not an independent assessment.
PLUS
The unroasted, unsalted almonds reviewed come in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The ingredients list for this variety contains almonds only.
- The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t confirm that the pack is resealable.
ALDI
The TRADER JOE'S varieties reviewed include unroasted and roasted almonds in 200 g packs.
- ALDI describes the reviewed unroasted and roasted unsalted varieties as being in resealable packs.
- Unroasted, roasted and roasted with salt or smoke flavour are separate varieties, so check which one you’re choosing.
Duyvis
Almonds Original is a savoury oven-roasted snack; the pack reviewed is 125 g.
- According to Duyvis, the almonds are roasted without adding oil or fat.
- The ingredients list reviewed includes a savoury seasoning mix with salt, so this isn’t an unsalted option.
Jumbo
The Jumbo Unsalted Almonds reviewed come in a 140 g bag.
- The product information describes this variety as unsalted.
- The ingredients list gives 99% almonds and sunflower oil, so ‘unsalted’ doesn’t mean ‘almonds only’ in this case.
Lidl
The Alesto Spanish almonds reviewed are described in several 200 g varieties.
- The product listing gives you a useful starting point for comparing varieties in the range.
- The variety listing doesn’t mean every pack has the same ingredients or preparation.
Almonds at Joybuy
Joybuy almond options for a snack night.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
The 160 g pack could be a good choice if you’re looking for a smaller quantity of almonds.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
The title describes unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
The 500 g roasted, salted variety could be a good choice if you’re looking for a larger savoury snack; don’t choose it if you want to avoid salt.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Amandel) 500 g
The 500 g pack could be a good choice if you’re looking for a larger quantity of almonds.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
The title describes roasted, salted almonds in a 150 g pack. The product information also mentions sunflower oil.
Frequently asked questions
How many almonds should I buy for my group?
Choose an amount to suit your group and what you’d like to serve. For the 500 g bag reviewed, Albert Heijn gives a label serving of 25 g; Duyvis lists an average serving of 30 g. These are different serving suggestions, not a set amount for a snack night.
How should I store an opened bag of unsalted almonds?
Store the almonds in a well-sealed pack in a dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging. For opened unsalted almonds, the Nutrition Centre gives general storage advice of six months in a kitchen cupboard or one year in the freezer. Don’t eat mouldy almonds.
What allergen information must appear on packaging in the Netherlands?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens that must be declared have to appear in the ingredients list and be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients. Almonds are one of the tree nut allergens. Also check the information on the packaging for the exact variety.
What do the rules on cross-contamination warnings mean?
New rules on warnings about the unintended presence of allergens have applied since 1 January 2026. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that businesses use a risk assessment for this. So don’t rely on words such as ‘unsalted’ or ‘natural’ to indicate that a product is allergen-free; check the current label.
Are whole almonds suitable for young children at the table?
Whole almonds can pose a choking risk for young children. The Albert Heijn pack reviewed carries a warning about this; choose an appropriate form or a different snack for young children.