According to tradition, Jordan Almonds represent the combination of the bitter and sweet of marriage, as in the vows "for better or worse". Representing that the sweet in your life can make the bad times seem better. The almonds are often given to guests in the groups of five, accompanied by a version of the poem...
"Five sugared almonds for each guest to eat
To remind us that life is both bitter and sweet.
Five wishes for the new husband and wife --
Health, wealth, happiness, children, and a long life!"
- Sold by the pound.
- Approximately 110 almonds per pound.
- Specify almond color.
