California Almonds

Are these really imported from California or grown in India?

These are 100% authentic California almonds — imported from certified growers in the Central Valley, USA (the source of 80% of the world's almonds), and packed in our FSSAI-certified facility in Delhi. California almonds have a thinner skin, larger kernel and milder sweetness than Indian-grown varieties.

What is the size/grade of these California almonds?

We pack non-pareil Supreme grade almonds, size 23/25 — meaning 23 to 25 kernels per ounce (roughly 12mm average). This is the medium-large premium size preferred for daily soaking, gifting and namkeen use. The almonds are handpicked, blanched-quality (but not blanched), and evenly shaped.

How many California almonds should I soak overnight?

The traditional recommendation is 8–10 almonds soaked in water overnight. Peel the skin in the morning (it slips off easily) and eat on an empty stomach. This gives you about 90 calories, 3g protein, 2g fibre, plus the full Vitamin E hit with maximum bioavailability since soaking removes phytic acid.

How can I tell real California almonds from local ones?

California almonds are longer and flatter (almost oval), lighter brown, and uniform in size. Indian almonds (sometimes sold as "Gurbandi" or "Mamra") are plumper, rounder, darker and more variable in size. Our pack clearly mentions the origin and batch, and you can also see it in the consistent shape of every almond.

Do these almonds contain any salt, oil or coating?

No. These are 100% natural raw almonds — no salt, no oil, no sugar coating, no preservatives. You can eat them raw, soaked, roasted with ghee at home, or blanched for almond milk. If you need roasted or flavoured almonds, roast at home for maximum freshness.