2026 SEASON - 5LBS

Raw . Gluten Free . Non-GMO . Certified Organic . Vegan . Unpasteurized . California Grown 

Our raw & green, unripe walnuts are certified organic by CCOF/USDA. Five pounds of these beautiful green gems can be used to make a large double batch of Nocino (walnut liqueur), delicious chutneys, jams, and even for pickling. 

Their inner shells haven't fully hardened, allowing the walnut to be sliced through. It will sometimes take a little more force (with the larger size), though your effort will be worth it. The walnut meat is clear and jelly-like at this time during their growth cycle. 

• Green Walnuts are estimated to ship beginning in late May/June 2026.
• SM size shipping first week of June. REG size to ship following.
• All orders ship chronologically from the date of the order.
• If using our green walnuts for eating, please select our smaller option, as we pick these in late May, early June, so you receive large, "olive-sized" walnuts
• If you're crafting Nocino, we'll pick when they're a bit larger to maximize walnut flavor/infusion. 
• Preorders canceled after May 1, 2026, are subject to a 30% cancelation fee.
• PLEASE NOTE: Our Organic Green Walnuts require a dedicated shipment and cannot be combined with additional items. If you wish to order more goodies, please place those items as a separate order. 

NOW OFFERING: Our Organic Spice Kit is now available to make one double batch of Nocino (5lbs) for just $10! 

Spice Kit includes: organic juniper berries, organic juniper branch/s, organic cinnamon sticks, organic cloves, organic vanilla beans, organic coffee beans (fresh strips of orange/lemon zest/peel should be acquired locally). 

Please note that, as Mother Nature ultimately determines when our actual green walnut harvest occurs, the posted estimated release date is our best "guesstimate." After you place your order, we will let you know via email in mid-May how the walnuts are progressing and when we plan to harvest/ship each sizing.

WAITLIST ORDERS (TBD)

HOW TO STORE & USE GREEN WALNUTS

Our organic green walnuts should be opened right away to breathe, then used in the desired recipe within 24-48 hours of receipt. Please place in the refrigerator to maintain freshness until use. Green walnuts may show signs of light oxidation, so you may see a few small dark spots appear on the green outer husk, as well as a little skin dehydration. This is normal. Rinse with water only and let dry before use. 

When making Nocino, they can be cut in half by carefully notching the skin and then tapping it with a cleaver or heavy chef's knife. If you'd like to keep your hands stain-free, we recommend using gloves when handling green walnuts, as the tannins from the walnut husk are a natural dye and can stain your skin. 

NOCINO RECIPE 

GREEN WALNUTS USES & HISTORY

Today, many people use green walnuts to make Nocino, a traditional Italian liqueur, during the Summer Solstice. Nocino traces its roots to the Celts and was brought into Italy by monks.

When pickled or candied, walnuts are an excellent addition to cold meats and cheeses. During the Sixteenth century, Englishmen and women used them for jamming and pickling, while in the Middle East, they were preserved in sweetened, aromatic syrups.