Who these options are for

Families who regularly have almonds for breakfast

You often have almonds at breakfast and want a simple organic staple with no added salt. Check the ingredients, the total amount you’re buying and the storage advice for the specific pack.

Conscientious family shoppers

You want to be able to verify that a product is organic. Look for the organic designation and certification details, rather than relying on words such as natural or unroasted.

Families with young children

Choose a form of almonds that’s appropriate for your child’s age. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises giving children under 4 nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, due to the risk of choking.

What should you look for when buying?

What to look for What should you check? Who should pay particular attention?
Verifiable organic claim Check the organic designation and certification details on the pack. Natural or unroasted, on its own, isn’t proof that a product is organic. I want to be able to check on the pack that the almonds are organic, rather than relying on the product name alone. Around 25% of consumers prioritise being able to verify a product’s organic status.
Quantity for the family Compare the net weight and price per kilo on a like-for-like basis. The Albert Heijn and PLUS packs reviewed contain 150 g; Jumbo’s contains 175 g. When doing a larger family shop, I want to know how many packs suit our needs and what the total quantity will cost. Around 31% of consumers prioritise having enough in stock and keeping track of their total spend.
Ingredients for breakfast Read the ingredients list and check separately whether the product is labelled as unroasted and unsalted. For breakfast, I’m looking for simple almonds without a savoury coating or added salt. Around 25% of consumers give this type of ingredient profile top priority.
Storage and family use Follow the storage advice on the pack and check the allergen information. Choose a suitable form for the age of your children, too. I want to store our supply as directed on the label and take account of any age-related or allergen considerations at home. Around 19% of consumers prioritise suitable storage and family use.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming natural or unroasted means organic

    A description such as natural or unroasted doesn’t prove that a product is organic.

    Check the organic product information and certification details separately from the description of how the almonds are prepared or flavoured.

  • Comparing only the price of one pack

    The packs reviewed come in different sizes: Albert Heijn and PLUS offer 150 g, while Jumbo offers 175 g. The largest pack isn’t automatically the best value.

    Compare the price per kilo and the total quantity you need on a like-for-like basis.

  • Assuming organic means suitable for everyone in the family

    Organic certification doesn’t change the fact that the product contains almonds. The form of nuts also matters for young children: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises giving children under 4 nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, due to the risk of choking.

    Check the allergen information and choose a way of serving them that’s suitable for the ages of the children in your family.

Relevant brands to consider

Albert Heijn

The AH Organic Unroasted Almonds reviewed are a 150 g own-brand option that’s organic, unroasted and unsalted.

  • The product information lists the EU organic logo, control code IT-BIO-009 and EU Agriculture.
  • This pack contains 150 g, so it isn’t a large pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo Organic Unroasted Almonds is the 175 g organic, unsalted option reviewed.

  • The product information lists organic almonds, control code NL-BIO-01 and storage advice.
  • The 175 g pack size doesn’t prove that it offers better value. Also check whether other allergens may be present.

PLUS

PLUS Organic Almonds is the option reviewed that contains almonds with their skins on, in a 150 g tub.

  • The product information lists EU Organic Farming and organically sourced almonds as an ingredient.
  • The product information doesn’t support a general claim that this pack or its flavour is better than other options.

Almonds at Joybuy

This selection of Joybuy products is for anyone looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds. Check organic certification separately: the product title alone doesn’t confirm it.

g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g

g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g

This pack could be a good choice if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds and 200 g suits your stocking-up plans. Check the organic designation separately.

Ingredient: almonds. The product information advises storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack securely after opening.

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Frequently asked questions

Does natural mean the same as organic?

No. Natural is a separate product description and doesn’t prove that a product has organic certification. To check, look for the organic designation and the corresponding certification details.

When must the EU organic logo appear on the pack?

According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is required on prepacked food produced in the EU and sold as organic. The logo should be accompanied by the control body’s code number and the applicable agricultural indication. This rule doesn’t necessarily apply to every imported or unpackaged product sold loose.

Can children under 4 eat whole almonds?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises giving children under 4 nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, due to the risk of choking. This is dietary and safety advice, not a legal minimum age for buying them.

How should you store the organic almonds reviewed?

Follow the advice on the pack, as it varies by product. Albert Heijn advises storing its almonds at room temperature in a dark place; Jumbo and PLUS advise keeping theirs in a cool, dry, dark place.

Are these almonds suitable for someone with an almond allergy?

No, all three products described contain almonds. Organic certification doesn’t change their ingredients. Also check each pack for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.