Organic and budget-conscious
You want certified organic almonds and compare packs on a like-for-like basis, rather than assuming that more contents automatically means better value.
Who is this for?
Households that like to stock up
You buy almonds to use regularly and choose an amount that suits your consumption and the cool, dry, dark place where you can store them.
Snackers and home bakers
You’re looking for almonds for breakfast, snacks or recipes and want to know whether they’re unroasted, unsalted or made with extra ingredients.
What should you look for when choosing?
First compare the products’ organic status and preparation. Then choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use the almonds and how you’ll store them once opened.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it suits |
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| Organic status | Check the organic information for the exact pack. Unroasted or natural does not automatically mean organic. | I want organic almonds and don’t want to rely on the preparation or appearance alone. Around 29% of consumers put organic assurance at the top of their buying priorities. |
| Pack size | Choose a net weight that suits how much you use, and check how to reseal and store the pack once opened. | I buy almonds to use regularly, but don’t want to end up with more than I can store properly. Around 21% of consumers prioritise managing their stock. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Read the ingredients list: unsalted doesn’t always mean that no other ingredients have been added. | I’m looking for almonds for a snack or recipe and want to know what’s in them beforehand. Around 14% of consumers choose mainly according to whether a product suits its intended use. |
| Like-for-like comparisons | Compare almonds with the same organic status and preparation, and check the net weight too. | I want to compare packs fairly, rather than looking only at the size of the bag. Around 36% of consumers say that comparing products by quantity is their top buying priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a larger pack is automatically better value
The organic options from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS vary in net weight. The size of the bag alone doesn’t tell you whether a pack suits the way you’ll use it.
Compare products with the same organic status and preparation, and choose an amount that suits your consumption.
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Confusing unroasted or natural with organic
The Dutch government describes ‘organic’ as a protected designation. A preparation method or statement of origin does not prove organic status.
Check the organic information on the exact pack. The European Commission says the EU organic logo is compulsory for prepacked food produced in the EU and sold as organic.
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Assuming unsalted means almonds and nothing else
According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Unsalted Almonds also contain sunflower oil. So ‘unsalted’ doesn’t tell you the full ingredient list.
Read the ingredients list if you’re choosing almonds for a recipe or snack with specific ingredients.
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Stocking up without thinking about storage
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. Poor storage can affect their quality.
Choose an amount that suits how often you use almonds, seal the pack properly after opening and follow the storage and best-before information on the label.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
An organic option for anyone looking for a small pack of unroasted almonds.
- Albert Heijn says its AH Organic Unroasted Almonds are unroasted, unsalted and organic.
- The product information reviewed lists a standard pack; its contents do not make it a bulk pack.
Jumbo
An own-label organic option featuring unroasted almonds.
- Jumbo says the almonds are packed in a protective atmosphere.
- This packaging feature does not, on its own, prove that the almonds will keep for longer once opened.
PLUS
An organic option in a smaller pack.
- PLUS describes its almonds as organic and refers to the EU organic farming logo.
- Store the product according to the instructions on the pack; the packaging itself does not prove that buying in bulk is better value.
Duyvis
The product descriptions distinguish between unsalted and seasoned almonds.
- According to Duyvis, Unsalted Almonds contain almonds and sunflower oil; the manufacturer says Almonds Original contains 97% almonds and flavourings.
- These product descriptions do not amount to organic certification or an independent taste comparison.
ALDI
ALDI presents Trader Joe’s unroasted almonds as an option for anyone looking for unroasted almonds.
- ALDI lists the pack as resealable.
- Being unroasted and resealable does not, on its own, prove organic certification.
Lidl
Lidl offers Spanish almonds under its Alesto brand in several varieties.
- The product information lists several varieties.
- Spanish origin does not mean organic certification; check the ingredients and product details for each variety.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy picks are almonds for snacks and recipes. Check each pack to make sure its organic status and preparation match what you’re looking for.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
An option if you’re looking for almonds to eat on their own or use in recipes.
Product description: 100% almond kernels; net weight 160 g.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
A good fit if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds for snacks or dishes.
The product name describes these as raw, unsalted almonds; net weight 200 g.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 gr
A larger pack for anyone looking to use almonds in snacks and a range of recipes.
Net weight 500 gr; the product description lists 100% almonds.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
Frequently asked questions
Is a larger pack of almonds automatically better value?
No. The quantity alone doesn’t tell you whether a pack is right for you. Compare products with the same organic status and preparation, and consider how much you use and how you’ll store the almonds once opened.
How should I store almonds after opening the pack?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using a tightly sealed container and storing it somewhere cool, dark and dry. The Storage Guide gives general advice for opened unsalted almonds of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; also follow the instructions on the pack. A rancid, tough or mouldy appearance can indicate a loss of quality or spoilage.
Does an organic pack in the Netherlands need to have the EU organic logo?
According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is compulsory for prepacked food produced in the EU and sold as organic. The pack must also show the control code and agricultural origin. This requirement does not automatically apply to every product produced outside the EU or sold unpackaged.
Does organic mean almonds are suitable for someone with a nut allergy?
No. Organic status does not mean a product is allergen-free. Check the ingredients list and the product-specific allergen information on the pack; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes the rules for allergen labelling.
Are unsalted almonds always just almonds?
No. According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Unsalted Almonds also contain sunflower oil. Read the ingredients list if you want to know whether a variety contains almonds and nothing else.