Mexican chocolate nut butter didn't even last a week in my house. Love to support a local company - appreciate the amazing products

"Lovely ladies with almond eyes Dressed in silk and laces Twilight falls and the shadows move Silently in secret places" (Doobie Brothers) Hopkins AG goes way back to the early 1900's and has successfully transformed the company from a small family farming operation into a large almond producer. How large you say? How about owning and managing over 3,000 acres of almonds in California's Southern San Joaquin Valley and running a 2500-square-foot San Diego commercial kitchen and manufacturing facility. They sell eight varieties of roasted almonds, shelled and unshelled raw almonds, three kinds of almond butters (including Mexican Chocolate!!), and gift packages. We ran into their booth at the Carlsbad Farmer's Market and saw their big variety of flavored roasted almonds. After a few samples, we scooped up a bag of Mexican Chocolate Supreme and a bag of Honey Vanilla almonds. The Mexican Chocolate almonds were roasted and dusted with cocoa, nutmeg, cane sugar, and raw honey. They were so good! The Honey Vanilla almonds were roasted with vanilla extract, cane sugar, and raw honey, and I give them a slight edge as my favorite of the two. The delicate, sweet, vanilla flavor was fantastic. All of their products are made fresh with no preservatives, and I can tell ya that their almonds are excelllent. read more

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I've been a loyal customer for years, which is why I feel especially concerned sharing this experience. On Sunday, February 15th, I visited your booth at the Leucadia/Encinitas farmers market to buy fresh roasted almonds and almond butter. While I was waiting in line, the vendor dropped the scoop cup onto the grass, an area where dogs walk and urinate and where many people step. I politely asked if she could use a different scoop, but she said she didn't have another one and didn't offer any solution. When I asked if she was really planning to continue using the same cup after it had fallen on the ground, she said yes and mentioned she had attended food safety school. I was honestly shocked, as it's hard to imagine any food safety training approving that practice. What concerned me most was that she didn't seem to recognize that this was unsanitary or an issue at all. I did purchase almond butter, but I chose not to get the fresh almonds because I wasn't comfortable with them being scooped using a cup that had fallen on the ground. This was disappointing and concerning, and I hope this feedback encourages better sanitation practices moving forward so customers can feel confident about food handling. read more

Obsessed with their Mexican Chocolate Almond Butter. I love that it has minimal ingredients. Really great quality and doesn't last long around my place - I add it to açaí bowls and honestly, you can eat it by the spoonful to satisfy your sweet tooth instead of reaching for something unhealthy. I'd love to sign up for their subscription services but don't think they ship overseas. I make sure to stock up whenever i'm in California read more

Amazing quality, taste and variety ! I am obsessed with the Mexican chocolate flavor. Totally recommend !

There's a lot to like about the almonds from Hopkins...and the "butters." Whenever we have gifted the products to clients, friends or family, the effect is super positive. Why? 1. Multiple flavors mean a variety of tastes are satisfied 2. Super fresh. Ordering from Hopkins mean supporting a small business and the "farmer" behind the product. Hopkins doesn't just sell almonds and almond butters, they grow them, roast them, flavor them... The whole process 3. The chocolate almond butter is a HUGE stand out. Do a taste test against any other chocolate butter. This one tastes more fresh and authentic. It's not burdened with extra sugars. Tip: add a big spoonful to your next smoothie. 4. The packaging is upscale and simple and is another reason we enjoy gifting the product. 5. Almonds are good for you -- Double Bonus! If you want almonds, think Hopkins Ag. read more

Hopkins AG - For a savory flavor, the Chipotle Spice is a Team favorite. We love the sweeter flavors across the board. - Specialty Food Near Me - San Diego, California

SHORT CHANGE ARTIST On Sunday Feb 19, 2023 at the Hillcrest Farmers Market i bought some almond butter from the young saleswoman at the Hopkins AG concession. It cost $20. I gave her a $50 dollar bill and she gave me only $10 back, cheating me out of $20. I had to ask her for the rest of my change to get her to come up with the other $20. Hopkins AG, your employee is a crook. read more

These are the real deal almonds! I have been looking for raw almonds this last week. I usually get them at Trader Joes but there isn't one on the way to work and im lazy and havent gone. Found these guys at the SoCo Farmers Market. While talking to the lady there I tried 6 different flavors and was getting schooled on the latest news on almonds. So let me now edumacate you on the breaking news!!! All raw almonds sold in grocery stores are now all pasterized!!! This is a big NO and not a good thing for those of us that like to eat raw almonds as a very good healty snack. Almonds are packed full of healthy nutrients such as Vitamin E, iron, calcium, magnesium, fiber, protein, essential fatty acids in the form of omega 3 and omega 6 and antioxidants. They are rich in mono and poly unsaturated fats which help lower bad LDL cholesterol levels. So eating Almonds helps the heart a great deal. When almonds are pasteurized, they lose many of their nutrients and health benefits so it's not good at all. Hopkins raw almonds are unpasturized so you get all the good health benefits. They have a great fresh sweet taste and are meaty. I picked up 2 bags of the raw ones and 2 smaller bags of the blanched Salted Rosemary and the Chili & Lemon which were just seasoned perfectly to snack on watching the game. It unpasturized raw almonds yummy goodness! read more

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While strolling down Newport Ave (09-18-2013) at the OB Farmer's Market I came upon Hopkins AG almond stand which was offering 'free' samples so you know this was a must stop and see. I stopped and was pleased to see that every almond on sale at Hopkins AG stand also had 'free' samples next to them. The samples were placed in plastic cups and you could shake out a few directly into your hand. I decided to give the 'Honey Cinnamon,' 'Line & Sea Salt,' & 'Raw.' These almonds were amazing. I immediately asked the staff working what made the almonds from Hopkins AG so much different. I was told that Hopkins AG is a family farmed operation that began in the 1900's. Hopkins AG presently owns and operates 3,000 acres of almonds in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. Farming almond orchards in this area of California provides the almonds the optimum climate for growing what Hopkins AG claims is the World's best almonds (I agree). The staff member working spoke to me about the quality of Hopkins AG. I was told that Hopkins AG is dedicated to providing the freshest, highest quality almonds you can find on the market today. With Hopkins AG you will enjoy unpasteurized number one supreme nonpareil almonds and in my opinion you will experience the difference in freshness and flavor immediately. Hopkins AG almonds are picked, flavored and ready to eat / be sold within 72 hours unlike a majority of the almonds you find on the shelves at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods or any other market. In my opinion it simply does not get any fresher than Hopkins AG almonds. All Hopkins AG almonds are made fresh with no preservatives. With the holiday season approaching I am already planning on sending these almonds out as gifts. At the OB Farmer's Market you could choose from various flavors: Dry Roasted, Lime & Sea Salt, Chipotle "Spicy," Italian, Honey Cinnamon, Honey Vanilla, Mexican Chocolate (Yes, Mexican Chocolate), Raw & Raw "In-Shell." Hopkins AG even offers 100% Raw & Roasted Almond Butter. As stated above if you are looking to send these out as gifts Hopkins Ag offers a variety of almond packages that I think everyone will love and with an easy ordering process it is a win, win situation for myself. Hopkins AG can fill simple orders or large corporate orders. I am a big fan of the Gold box gift set where you can select what type of almonds you want added to your order. Hopkins AG has a great website and you can even track your order after you place it. I love this feature=) read more

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Honey almond butter!!!!! It may not be the cheapest, but its the official! Good, tasty almonds too! Try a sample at a farmers market near you! read more

Hopkins AG - Specialty Food Near Me - San Diego, California

A friend shared a sample with me of these almonds. I bought the almond butter and the Mexican chocolate almonds. I think their product tastes so fresh and pure. Love them and will continue to order on line. read more

These almonds are amazing! Whether you choose one of the sweet flavors like Honey Almond or Spicy Chipotle they are delicious & addictive. Perfect for anything almond. And the nut-butters are excellent as well. If you're looking for Christmas gifts for an almond fanatic then this is your place. I usually go to the Farmers Market in OB to buy them. The guy that works the booth is really nice & super helpful. You used to be able to sample everything but with covid restrictions I'm not sure if they're allowed to do that now, but if you tastes them, you will but them. read more

Love these almonds! Lime and sea salt roasted are the best! And pretty bomb almond butter well!

Best flavored almonds and almond butter I've ever had! My favorite flavor is definitely the Mexican Chocolate for both the roasted almonds and the almond butter. Such a good snack when I'm craving something sweet but still nutritious! read more

Delicious almond butter, the quality difference is noticeable between this and anything you buy in a store.

I've been a loyal customer of Hopkins Ag for quite a while now. I absolutely love their lime & salt, chipotle and Italian almonds. I often give their gift tins with 3 flavors as a b-day present to my friends. Plus, their almond butters are incredible!! I love the raw almond butter and the Mexican chocolate one. read more

Fantastic owners and extraordinary almonds! You can't go wrong with any of the choices. Myself and many family members have indulged in a variety of almonds and almond butters from here! 5/5 Don't hesitate! read more

I'm not a big raw nut person & I am obsessed with Hopkins. I usually get vanilla honey (to die for). Their almond butters are also amazing... you must sample the Mexican chocolate (sugar has been added to this one). They have some interesting flavors that'll take your tastebuds on a pleasant adventure. I've also caught myself buying stuff from their online store too! They're located in little Italy and I usually park 1 or 2 blocks away. (Mexican chocolate almond butter pictured - $10) for a decent sized container. read more

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I can't imagine better raw almonds. Tip: Eating them out straight of the refrigerator adds crunchiness. read more

WARNING! RIP OFF!!! Portions are way smaller than you think. Asked for a pound of Raw Almonds and upon receiving the bag I asked if it was pound. The guy said he uses a 16oz container to measure portions, and it comes out to about 15 ounces because of volume space. I put it on the scale and showed him it only weighed 12oz. He gave me a nasty look and angrily said, 'Take your business somewhere else'! Upset he got caught with egg on his face. Called the number on the website where they sell it online by the pound and they confirmed that their policy on the website is to sell by the pound(weight), and they sell it by volume at the Farmer's Market. I feel their Farmer's Market Sales Poilcies are very misleading and unethical. Great Product.. wish their business policies were as good as their almonds. read more

Hopkins AG seriously has the best almond butters and almonds I have EVER had!! Family owned and farmed fresh, these California almond products are like no other. The variety of flavors paired with exceptional quality product, packaging, and service make this the only choice for almonds- hands down. And yes, they ship! The Raw Almond Butter and Mexican Chocolate are at the top of my fave list and let's not forget the spicy chipotle almonds and lime and sea salt- so good!! Anything from Hopkins will make your tastebuds dance with almond-joy! :-) read more

Hopkins AG - The best almonds ever! - Specialty Food Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've had all of their almonds and they are incredible. The lime sea salt are my favorite followed closely by the chipotle. The honey cinnamon are great too but you can't have too many in one sitting (sometimes that's a good thing). Great gift packages as well although I definitely ended up eating more than my fair share after they opened their packages. A little on the expensive side but to be honest I don't really know how much nice seasoned almonds should be. read more

Fresh delicious almonds! Amazing flavors. My favorite is the Mexican chocolate almond butter.

I can't say enough about the quality of these almonds. Always fresh, always delicious, quality is consistent. In the past, I've purchased almond butter at Sprout's and Trader Joe's, until I tried this brand, have never gone back to other brands. My favorite is definitely the Mexican chocolate almond butter. Amazing!!! read more

The variety and quality of the almonds grown and distributed by Hopkins AG reflects the professionalism and dedication of this family owned and operated company! We always have a bowl or two available for snacking. read more

The "Mexican Chocolate" flavored almond butter is phenomenal! Very fresh tasting and delicious.

i LOVE hopkins ag almonds! they're so addictive! i usually buy them at different farmer's markets depending on when i run out of my yummy favorites (italian herb or mexican chocolate) and how far i'm willing to drive to get my fix. ;) they are the best! read more

Delicious chocolate almond butter. I used to buy it at a farmers market in socal. Only wish they had it available in NorCal.

I was recently visiting the San Diego area. My friends and I saw a farmer's market, on a day trip to Coronado, and visited the Hopkins stand. We all bought almonds to take home. They are to die for! I regret that I didn't get to buy more, but I signed up for their email list. I told the friendly guy at the stand that I would be taking some home with me. He said they won't make it home. He was almost right! I shared what little was left with friends back home who were equally impressed! read more

I visit them at the SoCo farmer's market in Costa Mesa pretty much every other week. They set the paradigm for almonds. I know that sounds overblown, but now I cannot eat any other nuts without comparing. Thank you. See you soon. read more

I visit the Hopkins AG booth at the Ocean Beach Farmers Market every Wednesday. They have the best raw almonds ever, yum! The staff is very friendly and helpful. Try the honey vanilla and if you like a little spice, the chipotle flavor! read more