macadamia nuts
About
Macadamia nuts are from the tree macadamia (Ternifolia mueli) in Kenya which thrives in the highlands.
In the world of nuts and berries, macadamia nuts are almost as precious as gold. These delicious, exotic nuts with their rich flavour and oil are considered delicacies and are served as desert nuts.
They are of two types, macadamia integrefolia which produces nuts
with smooth shells, while macadamia tetraphylla has rough shelled
nuts. Macadamia trees produce throughout their lives.
We supply macadamia either processed – Macadamia Kernel or macadamia in shell depending on our clients’ needs. In both, the nuts are hand picked with only the best making it to the client.
Macadamia nuts have two seasons, January to April and July to August.
Macadamia Kernel Standard Sizes
Style 0 -Large Wholes
This kernel style is scarce. Representing only a small proportion of the kernel we produce, Style 0 is coveted by connoisseurs around the world at a premium price. The product consists of very large kernels which range from 21 mm upwards. Style 0 comprises no less than 98% large, whole kernel, carefully screened to ensure consistency of colour, texture and size.
Style 1 - Wholes
Style 1 is the most sought after style of whole kernel after Style 0. It presents well in premium snack mixes and chocolates where the consumer requires whole kernel. Style 1 consists of a minimum 95 % whole kernel with a size range of 17-21mm. It is often purchased by re-packers who blend premium wholes with halves to meet the demands of specific market segments.
Style 2 - Wholes and Halves Blend
The traditional “Wholes and Halves” range, is a 50/50 mixture of whole kernel and large pieces ranging in size from 15 to 19mm. Style 2 has a wide variety of applications mostly as a snack, dry roasted or oil roasted and salted, Style 2 macadamias are best suited for retail packs or sold loose as snacks.
Style 3 - Wholes and Halves Blend
Style 3 should be considered when a lower priced alternative to Style 2 for snack applications is needed and a lower percentage of whole kernels is acceptable. At least 15%, by weight, of Style 3 pieces are whole kernel.
Style 4 - Halves
Style 4 constitutes around 45% of macadamia kernel produced. It is the most economically priced style available. Within this category we produce 3 main sub-styles: Large (4L – 0-15% whole kernel with the remainder halves and large chunks held on a 15mm screen). Medium (4M – at least 80% halves and large chunks held on a 14mm screen) and – 80% half kernel and chunks. Kernel passes through a 14mm round mesh screen and is held on a 12mm screen.
Style 5 - Large Chips
This style is a naturally occurring large chip produced through a special screening process. The kernel passes through a 12mm round mesh and is held on a 9.5 round mesh. Chip size is typically between 9 and 12 mm.
Style 6 - Chips
This style is naturally occurring large chip produced through a special screening process. Kernel passes through a 12mm round mesh and is held on a 9.5 round mesh. Chip size is typically between 9 and 12 mm.
Packaging
We are intentional to ensure that your order of macadamia kernel is delivered in the possible condition to our customers, we use nitrogen flushed, sealed foiled bags in cartons. Other pack sizes are available upon request.
Our products are packed in 11.34kg/25lbs cartons depending on the style of macadamia kernel.
We are open!
Weekdays
8.00 am - 5.00 pm
Weekends
8.00am - 1.00 pm
Contact
Phone
+(254) 722 574 659 / 731 248 282
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 84955 00100
Mombasa, Kenya