Bags for evenings and lunchboxes
You want to buy several packs at once, so you can use one for each occasion or person. Albert Heijn lists several cashew varieties in 3-packs; the weight of each bag still determines how you can use them.
Who are the different pack sizes for?
For people stocking up and portioning their own
You buy cashews regularly and want to portion out larger quantities yourself. Jumbo and ALDI list 500-gram packs. A larger pack doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much you’ll use at each snack break.
For anyone looking for unsalted nuts
You’re looking for cashews with no added salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types of nuts you eat.
What should you look for when choosing?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Individual packs | Check the number of bags and the net weight of each one. Albert Heijn lists 3-packs, while Duyvis Sea Salt is available in a box of 10 bags of 125 grams each. | If you want to split bags between different snack breaks or lunchboxes, both the number of bags and the weight of each one matter. Around 31% of consumers would put individual packs at the top of their buying priorities. |
| Stock and quantity | Compare the total weight and think about how much you want to portion out yourself; a 500-gram pack is one larger pack, not a multipack. | If you buy cashews regularly and prefer to portion them out yourself, the main thing is whether the quantity suits your needs. Around 23% of consumers would prioritise stock and quantity. |
| Unsalted variety | Check the exact variety and the ingredients; Albert Heijn lists unsalted and salted 3-packs separately. | If you’re looking for unsalted cashews to enjoy regularly, check the variety on the pack. Around 23% of consumers would put an unsalted recipe at the top of their buying priorities. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check the flavour, preparation method and ingredients of the specific product; a flavour name doesn’t tell you whether you’ll like it. | If you want a particular flavour for an evening snack, the exact variety matters. Around 23% of consumers would prioritise flavour and preparation method. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a multipack contains suitable snack portions
Ten bags of 125 grams means ten packs, not ten individual portions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts for daily consumption, so 125 grams isn’t automatically a suitable portion.
Check the weight of each bag and decide how much you want to have at each snack break.
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Assuming a larger pack is automatically better value
The pack size alone doesn’t tell you how much you’re paying per kilogram. The ALDI listings we checked show different prices per kilogram for the 250- and 500-gram unsalted packs; the larger pack isn’t cheaper per kilogram.
Compare the price per kilogram for the same variety and choose a quantity that suits your needs.
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Assuming oven-roasted means unsalted
Preparation method and salt content are two different things. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted with no added oil; this manufacturer’s description doesn’t mean the variety is unsalted.
Check the salt content and ingredients separately from the preparation method.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
Lists unsalted, salted and katsu curry cashews in 3-packs.
- The three varieties give you different options in a pack format with several bags.
- The 3-pack label doesn’t tell you how much is in each bag or what quantity will suit your snack break.
Duyvis
Offers several cashew varieties; a Dutch retailer also lists Sea Salt in a box of 10 bags of 125 grams each.
- The box details make the number of bags and the weight of each one clear.
- Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted with no added oil; this is the manufacturer’s description, not an independent assessment. The Sea Salt bags aren’t automatically individual portions.
Jumbo
Lists unsalted cashews in packs including 200- and 500-gram sizes.
- The different sizes give you a choice between a smaller bag and a larger quantity to stock up on.
- A 500-gram pack is a bulk pack, not a multipack of individual bags.
Lidl
Lists unsalted and spicy roasted cashews; the product listing we checked is for in-store sales.
- The listing shows a choice between unsalted and spicy roasted varieties.
- The product listing doesn’t provide evidence of individual portion packs.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s cashews we looked at are listed in 250- and 500-gram packs.
- The listed sizes give you a choice between a smaller bag and a larger quantity to stock up on.
- The 500-gram pack isn’t a multipack; a larger pack doesn’t automatically mean a lower price per kilogram.
PLUS
Lists unsalted Fairtrade cashews in a 200-gram bag.
- The product listing clearly states that it’s unsalted, gives the pack size and includes the Fairtrade label.
- It’s a standard 200-gram bag, not a confirmed multipack.
Cashews at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are individual bags of cashews for anyone looking for a single pack or wanting to portion out smaller amounts from a larger bag; they aren’t multipacks.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
An individual pack for anyone who doesn’t need a multipack.
The product title states 125 g; this is one pack, not a multipack.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
An individual salted pack for anyone looking for one bag of cashews.
The product title states 150 g; this is one pack, not a multipack.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
A larger pack for anyone who wants to portion out smaller amounts themselves.
The product title states 500 g; if you want smaller portions, you’ll need to divide the contents yourself.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin, 120 g
An individual salted pack for anyone who isn’t looking to stock up on several bags.
The product title states 120 g; this is one pack, not a multipack.
Frequently asked questions
Is one bag from a multipack automatically one portion?
No. The number of bags describes the packaging, not the amount you need. Duyvis Sea Salt, for example, is available in ten bags of 125 grams each; decide for yourself how much to have at each snack break.
How can you tell if an opened pack of cashews has gone off?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists a rancid or stale taste, a chewy texture and mould as signs that mixed unsalted nuts have gone off. Use this as a general guide and also follow the storage instructions for the specific cashew product.
What allergen information appears on prepacked cashews?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods, and allergens must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list. Check the information on the exact pack, especially if you’re sharing the cashews.