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What is the difference between Wet Hazelnuts and Regular Hazelnuts?

Regenerative Nuts

Every fall, Handy Farms celebrates one of the most exciting moments of the season: the arrival of fresh organic wet hazelnuts. Unlike the dry, crunchy hazelnuts you find in stores year‑round, wet hazelnuts are harvested at peak freshness — full of moisture, flavor, and that unmistakable “just‑picked” character that nut lovers wait all year to enjoy. Available only from early October through November, these seasonal gems are a true farm‑to‑table experience.

What Are Wet Hazelnuts?

Wet hazelnuts are hazelnuts that have not yet gone through the drying process. When hazelnuts are freshly harvested, their kernels are still soft, moist, and incredibly aromatic. Drying gives hazelnuts their familiar crunch and long shelf life — but it also changes their flavor.

Wet hazelnuts retain:
A tender, milky texture
A subtle sweetness
A fresh, earthy flavor that disappears once dried
A moisture‑rich bite that feels almost creamy

Regenerative, Organic, Fresh Wet Hazelnuts

Why Wet Hazelnuts Taste So Different

Dry hazelnuts are delicious — but they’re a completely different experience. Once dried, the oils concentrate, the texture becomes firm, and the flavor deepens into the classic roasted hazelnut profile used in baking, chocolates, and spreads.

Wet hazelnuts, on the other hand, offer:
A softer, more tender bite
A milder, more nuanced flavor
A fresh, orchard‑bright aroma
A natural moisture that makes them perfect for raw dishes

Wet Hazelnuts

How to Enjoy Wet Hazelnuts

Because wet hazelnuts are so delicate, they shine in dishes where their freshness can stand out.
We love using them in:

Autumn salads
Grain bowls
Stir‑fries
Cheese boards
Fruit plates
Light appetizers and finger foods
Green Hazelnut Presto

organic blanched almond butter spread with blanched almonds surrounding it.

A Short Harvest Window — Don’t Miss Out

Wet hazelnuts are only available for a few weeks each year. Once the harvest ends in November, these moisture‑rich nuts disappear until next fall. That’s why many customers order early — once they’re gone, they’re gone. Order now to avoid disappointment. Handy Farms wet hazelnuts are a seasonal treasure you won’t find in stores — only fresh from the orchard, and only for a limited time.