Buying together for a crowd
You’re looking for enough almonds to put on a shared snack table and want to compare pack sizes. A large bag or multipack could work well for this kind of group purchase.
Who is this buying guide for?
Catering for a group whose size may change
You’re not yet sure how many people will be eating and want to open your supplies gradually. Individual bags or a resealable pack can be practical options.
Selling snacks from a festival stall
You’ll need to consider how much you need, which variety you choose and how to make allergen information available. The NVWA also provides guidance on food safety when selling at events.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide which type of almond you want to offer, then estimate how much you’ll need. Finally, choose a pack that suits how you’ll open and store your supplies.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most relevant to? |
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| Getting the right amount | Compare the net weight with the number of people eating and how much you expect to use. | When I’m buying for a group, I don’t want to end up with more left over than I can use later. Around 29% of consumers put getting the right amount first. |
| Opening your supplies gradually | Check how many individual bags are in a multipack and whether a single bag can be resealed. | When the number of people eating may change, I want to open the next bag only when I need it. Around 23% of consumers prioritise being able to top up flexibly. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the variety is unroasted, dry-roasted and unsalted, or savoury and seasoned. These descriptions aren’t interchangeable. | If flavour is my main priority, I’ll choose the preparation I want first. Around 18% of consumers put this choice first. |
| Allergen information | Keep the label with the correct variety and have the information available if you serve or sell the almonds loose. | When I offer almonds to other people, I want to be able to check which allergen information applies to that variety. Around 18% of consumers put this information first. |
| Storage and serving | Check the seal and follow the storage advice on the pack. If you’re selling the almonds, remember to use clean serving equipment. | If I’m opening and closing my supplies during the festival, I want to be able to store and serve them easily. Around 12% of consumers make this their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming savoury almonds are unsalted
A description of how almonds are prepared doesn’t necessarily tell you how much salt they contain. Check the product information for the variety you’ve chosen.
Check the ingredients and salt information on the label before offering a variety as unsalted.
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Confusing a multipack with individual portions
According to Albert Heijn, the AH 4-pack contains four separate 190 g products. That doesn’t mean they’re individually portioned packs.
Check the number of bags and the weight of each one, and think about how you want to serve the almonds.
If you want to hand out individual portions, you’ll need to divide the contents yourself.
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Throwing away the original label when decanting
If the almonds are no longer in their original packaging, you may lose the link to their allergen information.
Keep the label with the correct supplies. The NVWA explains what information must be available when selling unpackaged food.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
The options mentioned are a 500 g bag of AH Terra Unroasted Almonds and an AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack.
- According to Albert Heijn, the 4-pack contains four separate 190 g products, while the AH Terra bag contains 500 g.
- On 12 October 2026, Albert Heijn reported that online ordering and delivery were temporarily unavailable. Check current ordering and collection options.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s almonds come in several varieties, including unroasted and dry-roasted unsalted.
- ALDI lists resealable packaging for the 200 g varieties mentioned.
- Check the label for the specific variety: qualities of unsalted almonds don’t automatically apply to salted or flavoured varieties.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 200 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
- The product information specifies the pack size and variety.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable, so check the packaging closure.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted almonds in a 140 g bag.
- The product information advises storing them in a cool, dark place.
- The bag mentioned is a smaller pack, so check how many you’ll need for your supplies.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as a savoury, oven-roasted almond variety.
- The manufacturer lists a 125 g pack.
- A claim that the almonds are prepared without added oil or fat doesn’t confirm that they’re unsalted. Check the label.
Lidl
Lidl’s product information lists Alesto Spanish almonds in several 200 g varieties.
- The pack size makes it easy to compare them with other bags of a similar weight.
- Check the variety you’ve chosen and its label in store; the different varieties aren’t necessarily interchangeable.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products include larger bags and smaller packs, with both plain and roasted salted almonds. If you’re selling or serving the almonds loose, keep the label for the correct variety available so you can provide allergen information.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
A good choice if you want to buy one larger quantity of plain almonds.
Pack size: 500 g. The product information advises sealing the pack tightly after opening.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a larger quantity of savoury, roasted almonds.
Pack size: 500 g. This variety is salted, so don’t choose it if you specifically need unsalted almonds. The product information advises storing in a cool, dry place and closing the pack after opening.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A smaller pack if you don’t need a large bag straight away.
Pack size: 160 g. The product information lists resealable packaging and almonds that are ready to eat.
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g'woon raw unsalted almonds 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller supply of plain almonds.
Pack size: 200 g. The product title describes these as raw, unsalted almonds.
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g'woon roasted salted almonds 150 g
A smaller pack of savoury snacks if you want to serve roasted almonds.
Pack size: 150 g. The product information lists resealable packaging and 0.7% salt; this variety isn’t unsalted.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out how many bags I need?
Multiply the expected number of people eating by the serving size you choose, then divide the result by the net weight of each bag. Round the number of bags up. The ALDI varieties mentioned contain 200 g per bag; that weight doesn’t tell you how much festival-goers will eat.
How should I store opened almonds?
Follow the storage advice on the pack for the variety you’ve chosen. Jumbo advises storing its almonds in a cool, dark place. For AH Terra, Albert Heijn also advises keeping them cool and closing the pack tightly after use.
Do I have to provide allergen information if I sell almonds from a stall?
Yes. When selling unpackaged food, it must be clear where customers can find allergen information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority and the Commodities Act Regulation on Allergen Information for Non-prepacked Food explain the requirements for providing this information, including when you’re allowed to give it verbally. Keep the information for the correct variety available.
Do food safety rules apply if I’m selling as a private individual?
The NVWA states that the rules for selling at markets and events apply whether you’re a business or a private individual. The NVWA also says that anyone who prepares and sells food several times a year must have an HACCP food safety plan. This doesn’t mean that every one-off sale is automatically exempt from general requirements.
What can I do if the product I receive doesn’t match the product information?
Keep the packaging and your proof of purchase, then contact the seller. Albert Heijn and PLUS advise checking the current label, as product information can change. This isn’t a promise of a refund or of any specific returns policy.