| 5 stars | 12 | |
| 4 stars | 9 | |
| 3 stars | 2 | |
| 2 stars | 0 | |
| 1 star | 0 |
There is DIY (do it yourself) and then there is CIY (crack it yourself). I enjoyed cracking those pili nuts using the tool included in their biodegradable reusable ecofriendly bag. I believe the price is reasonable because of the freebies: sticker, ecofriendly purse or pouch and the mini “booklet” with useful information.
11 months agoWow, I really went through a whole learning curve before being able to eat these pili nuts! Haha! But regardless, the process of opening them was still really fun and satisfying, and the nuts inside are so creamy! Sometimes though you can't tell if it's a bad nut, but that seems to only happen once or twice in a whole bag. Super cute! This would make a great gift. I just wish I knew how to better open them cause sometimes it's really HOPELESS! The cuts on the side should be deeper!
about 1 year agoThe packaging of the product is really interesting. The tool is very helpful for opening the nuts. It's an interesting and innovative way to sell a product. My family and I liked the product. The only problem was, it was kind of bland. Other than that, it's really good. It's worth the price. It's not that easy to find pili nuts that are good and could easily be bought.
about 1 year agoI love the packaging of this snack - super duper cute & perfect as a gift! I actually had a really difficult time cracking the pili nuts since they're hard to crack, but the little cracker that comes with it really helped! Not sure if I would get this again, I prefer my nuts to be ready-to-eat!
about 1 year agoIts packaging is really cute! It comes in a reusable pouch, complete with its own cracker, too. While it may be a bit tedious to crack open each and every nut, it makes for a healthy snack alternative and an interesting snacking experience. As for the taste, it was alright for me—a little bit on the bland side, but I don't mind!
about 1 year agoThe pili nuts were inside a reusable canvas bag, perfect as a gift! I had a hard time trying to crack the nuts at first. It was definitely worth it though. Sometimes, you’ll get a bad nut, but as the makers said, you can’t check each and every nut. This is a better alternative to junk food when you want something light to snack on!
over 1 year agoThe unique packaging of the product really caught my attention, especially the nutcracker. So I bought one and took it home. My daughter had a blast opening the pili nuts and the grandparents were the ones who ate the pili. The taste was better than the ones we usually buy from stores or pasalubong shops. It was fun to crack them open, though there were some nuts that were tougher to crack.
over 1 year agoThe entire package is super cute. The pouch with a pili nut drawstring + opener + branding on every single nut makes it perfect for a gift or giveaway! The whole process of opening the nuts is super fun. It makes snacking on them a whole experience. Would recommend! :)
over 1 year agoOpening the nut was a bit tricky at first. You really have to put pressure on it so the shell will break. Good thing a tool for opening was included! But, that's part of the experience! It felt satisfying once you successfully opened it! It was delicious, too! Will definitely buy again and give to some "balikbayan" relatives!
over 1 year agoFirst of all, I super love the cute canvas bag packaging! It seems super perfect to gift. And I must admit, i found opening the pili nut very fascinating. I don’t think I have actually tasted pili nuts before, and this is a great first for me! It’s also a healthier snacking alternative, and I must say, I definitely need this since I’m such a snacker!!
over 1 year agoI tasted pili nuts for the first time in my Bicol trip and I've loved it ever since. So when I saw this on BeautyMNL, I knew I needed to try it! It's as good as I remember pili nuts to be, and I must say that it really is an experience to crack them open. A+ for packaging! However, there are times when it can be slightly inconvenient as some nuts are too tough to crack thus delaying you from actually snacking on them. Still, would definitely recommend!
over 1 year agoOkay first, I HATE pili nuts. I guess it's the aftertaste, the texture? Or I think it's because I've only been exposed to the ones bought from pasalubong centers (processed already) so I snub pili nuts the same way I snub cherries before (why would they dunk it in maraschino anyway when the fresh ones taste divine?!). Anyway, on to the pili nut. I was intrigued, anything that required my participation got me curious. They provide this tool to open the shells and it's amazing that you get to work hard for the treat inside. I was pleasantly surprised that pili nuts are better, WAY BETTER then the ones drenched in sugar. It also didn't have an aftertaste at all. Texture was softer than walnut, and it's really not bad at all! I love it actually, I finally got to eat pili nuts minus the gagging reflex. :) I will definitely buy this most especially as a gift, it's such a novelty to open your own pili nut shell and the canvas pouch w/ the tool is so cute! :)
over 1 year agoI was SUPER intrigued with the whole idea of cracking the nut open cos honestly, before this, I have never cracked a pili nut by myself. The tool they provided to crack open the nut is perfect. The nuts have little grooves already on them to aid the cracking. Not to mention that the nut is DELICIOUS!!! Would definitely repurchase!!! 😍💚
over 1 year agoIt's my first time to try Pili nuts ever so I was really excited to eat the nuts. Opening the nut shell requires a little bit of force but it was worth it. The nut on the inside is fresh and crunchy. I just wish that I got more. I finished eating mine in a few days only. :) The nuts seems a little bit pricey but its organic and all natural and full of health benefits.
over 1 year agoMy mom and sister tried this out, and while they were initially excited about trying this out, they ended up being a little disappointed. The packaging was super cute, and the little tool included made it incredibly convenient. However, when put to the test by cracking the nuts itself, it fell a little short as my mom and sister had difficulty trying to open them. Obviously this is because some of the nuts are really hard to crack, but they were a little disappointed either way.
over 1 year agoFirst off, I found the packaging really cute and eco-friendly. I got used to the plastic packaging we get from the supermarkets, so this one is quite new to me. The bag was tightly packed so you get a lot in one bag. I'm not sure if the shell is just big or if I'm really getting more product, tho. Anyway, it came with a stainless tool for cracking the nuts. It takes a little bit of getting used to but it gets the job done nicely. The good thing about this is that it's not processed in any way so you get the raw product itself, no preservatives whatsoever. The only downside I can see with this product is that you might get a few duds or inedible ones in your bag which is kind of a waste of money. But other than that, it's all good! + points also because if you purchase, you contribute to planting more pili nut tree and the preservation of the Golden Snub Nosed Monkey. YAY FOR MOTHER EARTH!!! So, would I repurchase? DEFINITELY YES!!!
over 1 year agoI love the packaging and the sticker! The nuts themselves taste very plain but I used them on my banana bread and it tastes extra special because of these pili nuts. I will purchase these (I got it as a freebie) this coming December as gifts for my colleagues. The container can be reused as a storage for clips etc. They can give the pili shells to their kids and create trinkets out of them or even a decoration for their Christmas tree. If I get the urge to make some carrot or calamansi bread, I’ll surely repurchase these before the Christmas season.
over 1 year agoI'm so happy that I purchased this product. It comes with a reusable pouch, a tool and a note about pili nuts and the cracking monkey company which is a plus point for me. I love how they promote reuse, reduce and recycle method. It's my first time to eat pili nut and it tastes so good. 😊 It's an enjoyable experience that you should crack the nut itself, no additives 👍
over 1 year agoI've always loved pili nuts but they are not easy to get outside of Bicol and can get pretty pricey, so I was really happy to find this included in the wellness gift bag that BeautyMNL sent me. First off, the packaging is so cute! I love that it came in a reusable cloth pouch and each nut was stamped on. I struggled a bit using the lever at first but once I got the hang of it, it was actually quite fun to use. I'm only giving 4 stars just because some of the nuts are stale/dry, but I suppose there's no way to assure that the entire batch is good since they're uncracked.
over 1 year agoIt's a beautiful product: sturdy eco-friendly pouch, beautiful graphics and design, pili nuts in shell, each one stamped and nicked to make it easier to crack using the accompanying tool. There's literature as well highlighting the benefits of pili nut consumption. The nuts make for a delicious, healthy snack. My main concern is that even with the tool, some nuts are difficult to crack and can chafe your hands/ skin. In this aspect, it may prevent consumers from making a repeat purchase as the experience may not be worth its price tag. This would make for a good gift, though.
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