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Wholesale Almond Ingredients
Whole Almonds
Almonds are proven to be one of the most nutritious foods and are good for a consumer’s heart, gut, and waistline when eaten daily1. Together, we can bring these benefits to the world.
Manufactured Almonds
Our growers produce a range of almond varieties in their orchards that we process into dry roasted, oil roasted, and blanched whole almonds for your applications. Our flavored almonds can also help your products stand out, from trail mixes and bars to cheese packs and yogurts.
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Brown Almonds
As a cooperative, our annual crop is diverse and based on what our grower-owners produce in their orchards. With that in mind, we offer a range of brown almond varieties to meet your needs.
You can also count on our operational excellence to deliver high quality products. We exceed foreign material requirements of confectionary grade product by achieving 0.0002%, or 1 piece in 1,000lbs of product. Our approach to product treatment further ensures quality by addressing common skin flaking issues and maintaining the desired texture.
| Variety | Uses | Appearance | USDA Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpareil | Most desired, premium almond chosen when appearance is essential, mild and sweet flavor | Medium kernel, flat shape, smooth surface | U.S. Extra No. 1 and U.S. No. 1 (Supreme) |
| Independence | Similar to Nonpareil with slightly different flavor | Medium kernel, flat shape, slightly wrinkled | U.S. Extra No. 1 and U.S. Select Sheller Run |
| Monterey (Carmel Type) | Ideal for ingredient use | Flatter profile with long, narrow shape available in larger sizes | U.S. No. 1 (Supreme) and U.S. Select Sheller Run |
| Butte | Highly blanchable with robust flavor, ideal for applications with bite size almonds or for flavoring | Small, more rounded kernels with wrinkled surface | U.S. Select Sheller Run |
| California Types | Highly blanchable | Wider range of shapes and colors compared to other varieties | U.S. Select Sheller Run |
Handling
Packaging
- 25lb (11k.33g) Carton
- 50lb (22.67kg) Carton
- 2,200lb (997.90kg) Fiber Bin
- 2,200lb (997.90kg) Supersack
Storage
- Cool, dry, and odor-free location away from direct sunlight
- 35-45°F (2-7°C)
- 55-65% humidity
Certifications
Detailed ingredient information, including Non-GMO, Kosher, and Halal status, is available upon request. Contact us to request a full product specification.
Over 20% of our growers’ orchard acres participate in Bee Friendly Farming. Reach out to us to learn how this can help you meet your sustainability goals and differentiate your brand.
Applications
Resources
Nutrient Comparison Chart for Tree Nuts
Almond Standards and Grades
Almond Varieties & Sizes
Almond Ingredients Product Offering
Why Blue Diamond Ingredients?
Our almond ingredients come from ~3,000 Blue Diamond Grower members with orchards averaging 100 acres. From seed to shelf, we’re positioned to deliver reliable supply and consistently high-quality ingredients, with almond expertise and stewardship practices to help your products stand out.