Pistachios are divided into various types, and each type comes in different sizes. The common types of pistachios include the following:
Akbari Pistachio:
One of the largest and highest-quality types of pistachios.
Common sizes: 18-20, 20-22, 22-24
Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio:
It has a mild taste and an elongated shape.
Common sizes: 22-24, 24-26, 26-28
Kalleh Ghouchi Pistachio:
A large, round pistachio with a large kernel.
Common sizes: 20-22, 22-24, 24-26
Fandoghi Pistachio:
Round and smaller than other types.
Common sizes: 28-30, 30-32, 32-34
Badami Pistachio:
Almond-shaped and elongated.
Common sizes: 26-28, 28-30
These sizes are determined based on the number of pistachios per ounce (approximately 28 grams); the smaller the number, the larger the pistachio.