Emerald Cocoa Roast Almonds, Dark Chocolate, 11oz Canister (Pack of 4)

by Emerald

Product Features

• Pack of 4, 11-ounces (total of 44 ounces)
• Hint of dark chocolate flavored cocoa powder
• Excellent source of Vitamin E
• FDA daily recommendation for heart health

Product Description

- Lightly sweet with a hint of dark chocolate flavored cocoa powder - A light chocolate flavor and big crunch – without the calories and fat of chocolate-dipped nuts - Baked-in flavor = no mess! - Only 150 calories per serving: the same number of calories as a handful of regular almonds! - Excellent source of Vitamin E - No trans fat - Low sodium - On-the-go canister fits in car cup holder - Twist-on lid locks in freshness - Lid measures 1.5 oz serving of nuts* * FDA daily recommendation for heart health - Patent pending process

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.3 x 2.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001EQ55RW
• UPC: 010300863014
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (256 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,313 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
  • #31 in Grocery & Gourmet Food > Cooking & Baking Supplies > Nuts & Seeds > Almonds

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tasty snack!, May 28, 2008

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Kendra - See all my reviews

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If you're like me, sometimes you might just crave the taste of chocolate, despite the fact that you really know you shouldn't eat any (assuming it's not on your eating plan)!

Well, if that's the case, than these Emerald Cocoa Roast Almonds will alleviate those cravings while providing a healthy snack chock full of protein and healthy fats.

I only ate 5 of these almonds and was completely satisfied. The cocoa has a subtle, yet tasty, chocolaty flavor and the almonds tasted fresh.

My son, though, really enjoys these nuts and eats 'em by the handful. This is a good product I'd completely recommend.

30 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Nut, Little Chocolate; Mixed Results, May 28, 2008

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Jacob Hantla "hantla.com" (Chandler, AZ United States) - See all my reviews
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I was particularly excited to try Emerald Cocoa Roast Almonds when they arrived in the mail today as I love chocolate and I love nuts.

Five individuals ranging in age from 2 to 50 tried these together and shared feedback. A few common threads emerged.

1. Chocolate doesn't come off on your hands: Very convenient as there is almost no residue left on hands even after holding a handful of nuts for a minute.

2. Very subtle chocolate flavor: For some this is a plus and for some this is a negative. You know the chocolate is there, but in my opinion it just leave you wanting more chocolate. I couldn't eat more than 10 or so for that reason. They were just plain frustrating. This was the consensus of 4 out of the 5 taste testers. The fifth loved them and plans on finishing off my canister and probably ordering more. They are definitely not milk chocolately, but have barely discernible, subtle dark chocolate undertones.

3. Dry: We all needed to drink water immediately after tasting the nuts as they dried our mouths out, much more than normal salted or roasted almost or any other nut for that matter. Three of us described them as tasting "burnt" or "too roasted".

4. We keep eating them: Even though I'm not crazy about these nuts - in fact only one of us was - we keep coming back for more about every hour or so. I get frustrated every time I do, either wanting a chocolate bar or just some plain old chocolate. Perhaps this is a good trait in a snack, that you can't keep eating them ad nauseum.

Other observations
The 11 oz ergonomically comfortable container is about 8 inches tall and fits perfectly in your hand or in the cup holder of the car. The lid is screw-on rather than flip-top. The package contains 11 servings of 150 calories apiece (120 calories from fat), 13 grams of fat, six grams of carbs, and 6 grams of protein. Very much the same as other nut products.

The conclusion? If you aren't sure already that you love these nuts, buying a four-pack might be too much for you. But if you love them, you love them, as evidenced by our one taste tester and many of the other reviews. I'd recommend trying a smaller volume before ordering in bulk here.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Keep Robert Goulet away - buy these nuts!, May 22, 2008

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Kurt A. Johnson (North-Central Illinois, USA) - See all my reviews
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Is it about 3:00 pm, and is your blood sugar and energy low? Are you terrified that Robert Goulet is going to show up and mess with your stuff? Then you need Emerald brand nuts (I love that commercial!), especially these Emerald Cocoa Roast Almonds!

Emerald took their delicious, crunchy almonds, roasted them, and covered them with cocoa powder. What a treat they are! They are not as sweet as chocolate covered almonds (which I love!), but they are still delicious, with that chocolaty taste and a lot less calories. And, what a treat it is! I love these almonds, and the handy-dandy canister that makes hauling them around so much easier.

I give this product two thumbs up, WAY UP! Keep Robert Goulet away - buy these nuts!