17 Blue Diamond Almond Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best

When you look at Blue Diamond's list of flavors, there's one that sticks out because it's just so seemingly random — and that's the blueberry. We don't know where this flavor came from since none of the other flavors are this fruity. But we have to admit: It's not good. While recipes that feature both blueberries and almonds are often delicious, it's just not working here. The blueberry flavoring is incredibly faint, so you don't taste it much at all. It doesn't really have much sweetness to it, either, which is strange for a fruit-flavored snack.

Plus, there's the added problem of the blue dust that covers these almonds: It's going to get everywhere. If you don't want to be cleaning blue dust off of your clothes in the middle of the day, we don't suggest eating these at your desk at work.

We certainly understand the appeal for blueberry almonds if you're the type of person who prefers sweeter snacks over saltier, more savory ones. But even so, this one really misses the mark. You can certainly pass it up and go for something else the next time you're shopping for almonds.

So, we already know that the blueberry almonds from Blue Diamond aren't a hit. But what if you want to try something else that's on the sweeter side? Well, if you're looking for something that's only slightly better, you may want to consider the toasted coconut flavor. However, we're here to warn you that these aren't particularly good either, so keep your expectations in check.

The coconut flavor on these almonds is surprisingly strong — you can smell it as soon as you open the package. If you love coconut, then this might sound tantalizing, but we thought it was too intense. Bite into one of these almonds, and you'll notice a bitterness almost immediately. This one has the same issue as the blueberry almonds: It's supposed to be a sweet flavor, but there's not much sweetness involved. Most of the time, we wouldn't mind that, but the lack of sweetness just seems out of place with this snack.

If you really like coconut, though, you may just like these almonds more than we do. Luckily, the flavoring really tastes like coconut — you're not going to get that artificial aftertaste that you'll find in a lot of snacks, so that's definitely a positive.

Do you like things really, really spicy? If so, you're going to want to check out Blue Diamond's Xtremes line. This line of almond features intense flavors with tons of spices, making your almonds seem more like an indulgent treat than a healthy midday snack option. The least spicy flavor of the Xtremes line is the cayenne pepper. Cayenne packs a lot of heat, but it also has a lovely smokiness to it as well. That makes the flavor of these almonds a bit more nuanced. They're savory and salty, and they definitely have a little kick to them. But while "Xtremes" makes them sound super intense, we can assure you that they're not too spicy — even if you're not huge on spice, you probably won't mind them too much.

However, unfortunately, cayenne is the worst of all the Xtremes flavors. It's not bad, per se, but it doesn't deliver on the heat like you may expect it to. We would snack on it if given the chance, but we couldn't choose it above the other two Xtremes flavors. But it really comes down to how much spice you like. If you like a touch of spiciness but can't take too much heat, the cayenne pepper almonds from Blue Diamond may just be the way to go.

When we first saw this flavor, we didn't know quite what to expect. Habanero and BBQ aren't flavors you see together very often, so we were curious about what it would entail. Overall, it's a solid flavor. There's definitely a hint of spiciness to it, but you shouldn't expect it to be too intense. If you don't like a lot of spice, you'll still probably be able to handle these. Therefore, we feel like putting "habanero" in the title is a bit misleading — habaneros are some of the hottest peppers, after all. There's also a bit of BBQ flavoring as well, but it's not that strong. It adds just a touch of sweetness to the mix, which we think is a nice addition to the heat.

But let's be honest: These almonds really just taste extremely salty with a few extra seasonings added in. That's definitely not a bad thing — they taste good — but we don't think there's anything particularly interesting about this flavor. If you want something relatively neutral that everyone is going to like, it's a good option. Otherwise, we would probably choose a different flavor to snack on.

There are so many different hot sauces in the world to choose from. Some of us love Tabasco, while others would prefer Texas Pete. However, one of the most popular hot sauces by far is Sriracha. This condiment has become so popular that it's been transformed into memes, home decor, and costumes. Moral of the story? Sriracha is amazing, and people love it. So, it just makes sense that it would taste delicious on almonds. And guess what? It does. We love the Sriracha flavor because it's got just the right amount of kick to it. It has a slightly garlicky flavor too, which is a really nice touch.

If you're expecting a lot of heat from this snack, think again. While Sriracha itself does have a moderately intense heat to it, these almonds are not overwhelming. They bring more heat than the habanero BBQ for sure, but they're not so hot you're going to have to keep a massive bottle of water on standby when you eat them.

While these nuts are perfect for snacking, we think they're delicious when they're incorporated into a salad as well. Get creative and think about what dishes you can add them to. Drizzle some extra Sriracha on top, and you have the spicy culinary masterpiece of your dreams.

Sometimes, you just have to stick to the classics, and that's why we love the roasted salted almonds from Blue Diamond. They may be simple, but they're also sophisticated. There's a reason why so many people love plain salted almonds. First of all, the roasting process is super important to achieving just the right amount of sweetness in the nuts. While it does take away some of their creaminess, it definitely pays off when it comes to the overall flavor. Salt layers onto the roasted flavor perfectly, making you want to reach for another almond again and again.

Some may consider this flavor plain, but the simplicity is what we love about it. When you're just looking for a standard, salted almond, these are just what you're looking for. Whether you snack on them on their own or you add them to whatever dish you're cooking up, we think you're going to like them.

Love sushi? Then you're going to be a fan of this popular flavor: wasabi and soy sauce. You should know that these almonds are really, really salty. Isn't that what you would expect from soy sauce-flavored almonds anyway? Even though they're really salty, they're quite balanced at the same time — it's definitely not too much salt for our taste.

This snack does have some heat to it too, but it's not like the kind of heat you'll find in any other Blue Diamond almonds. Instead, it's more of a nasal heat. However, it's not as strong as the wasabi you eat with your sushi, so don't worry about it absolutely blowing you away.

Wasabi and soy sauce-flavored snacks abound these days, and it makes sense why. It's a fantastic flavor combo that can make pretty much any food taste better. When you're looking for an almond flavor that everyone is going to love, we think that the wasabi and soy sauce almonds from Blue Diamond are the way to go.

Now, this is one flavor we didn't expect to see from the Blue Diamond lineup. Whoever thought that you could find spicy dill pickle-flavored almonds? This flavor is definitely out of the ordinary, and we're here for it. If you're wondering how spicy it is, you shouldn't be worried — it's not very intense. It has just the slightest bit of heat that makes this snack addictive but not so much that it'll burn your tongue off. The dill here is the stronger flavor. Dill is intense but fresh, and that's just the kick these almonds deserve.

They also have a distinctive acidity to them, giving them an even more mouthwatering appeal. Just be warned, though: These aren't for the faint of heart. Just because they're not too spicy doesn't mean they're not intense. The heat, the salt, and the vinegar all combined make for an ultra-flavorful snack. For those who regularly snack on chips, this is an excellent swap.

The best of the bunch wins in a landslide. The sweet Thai chili flavor is out of this world, and we're not exaggerating when we say you need to go out and get these now. We wondered if they may be too sweet, but luckily, they had just a touch of sweetness to them. That was balanced perfectly with the chili flavor, which adds the absolute perfect amount of spice. The chili was somehow very hot and not too hot at all at the same time — it's like we wanted to eat the whole container even while feeling that sting.

Those magic flavors are achieved through a combination of tomato, garlic, and molasses. Not a combination we would have thought of, but it turns out, it works perfectly. There's a distinctive umami note and sweetness and depth from both the tomato and the molasses.

This is now something that we'll keep stocked in the pantry because it truly is the ultimate healthy snacking staple of our dreams.