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Description
Carmel almonds
The Carmel was introduced in 1966 in Le Grand California Actually a member of the California type varieties, the Carmel has become popular enough to warrant its own classification.
A soft-shell variety, Carmel almonds are often used for blanching and roasting. Because they are easily processed, Carmel types are often substituted for both Nonpareil and California.
This classification includes a number of varieties that are blanchable and used primarily in manufactured products.
These California-type almonds have a wide range of shell hardness, kernel shapes, skin color, and surface characteristics. As a result, they are quite adaptable and well suited for nearly any process or application
Here are some interesting facts about Carmel almonds as mentioned by the almond Board of California:.
Harvested 25-30 days after Nonpareil Soft shell;
They have good shell integrity and fair suture opening.
Medium, narrow shape; slightly wrinkled surface.
Just Almonds carries two sizes of Carmel almonds:
Carmel (Size 23-25) Grade = US Select Sheller Run (H20) Less Expensive & Mild+ in Flavor
Carmel (Size 27-30) Grade = US Select Sheller Run (H20) Less Expensive & Mild+ in Flavor
If you are unsure as to the almond type you are looking for, please order the Nonpareil variety. The Nonpareil almonds are the variety that most people are thinking of when they think of almonds. Order Carmel and Mission variety if you are wanting to try something different and new.
Packaging Information
This product is packaged in 1 lb bags, 5 lb bags, 25 lb boxes, and 50 lb boxes.
Example:
4 lbs = (4) 1 lb bags
5 lbs = (1) 5 lb bag
8 lbs = (1) 5 lb bag + (3) 1 lb bags
33 lbs = (1) 25 lb box + (1) 5 lb bag + (3) 1 lb bags
88 lbs = (1) 50 lb box + (1) 25 lb box + (2) 5 lb bags + (3) 1 lb bags