Whole shelled almonds are versatile almond ingredients suitable for a wide range of food applications. They are available in natural, dry roasted, oil roasted, blanched and flavored forms, offering different options for texture, appearance and flavour. Brown almond varieties include Nonpareil, Independence, Monterey, Butte and California types, with characteristics suited to different applications. Whole almonds can be used in trail mixes, bars, cheese packs, yogurts and other food products.