Cashew Grades Made Simple — W180, W240, W320 & W400 Explained
The Magic of Premium Graded Cashews — Why Maa Roots W180, W240, W320 & W400 Are India’s Finest
India has always been the heartland of the world’s purest cashews.
But in recent years, imported nuts flooded the market — cheaper quality, stale stock, and almost no transparency.
Maa Roots was built to bring back purity.
To restore India’s cashew pride.
To give customers honest, graded, fresh cashews that honour the Konkan soil.
In this blog, you’ll discover the real meaning of premium cashew grades and why Maa Roots stands apart from every other brand.
What Exactly Are Cashew Grades? (Most People Don’t Know This!)
Cashews are NOT all the same.
They are graded based on:
✔ Size
✔ Colour
✔ Shape
✔ Freshness
✔ Moisture levels
✔ Natural oils
The W in W180 or W240 means “White Whole” — whole, unbroken cashews.
The number simply indicates how many nuts come per pound.
Lower number = Bigger cashews
Higher number = Smaller cashews
This is why W180 is the King of Cashews.
Maa Roots Premium Grades
W180 Premium Cashews — “The King Size Experience”
The largest, rarest, richest cashews available in India.
They are:
✔ Extra-large
✔ Smooth, buttery texture
✔ Packed with natural oils & protein
✔ Perfect for gifting & luxury snacking
Why Special:
• Only 1–2% of harvest becomes W180
• Hardest to source
• Highest market value
• Pure Indian, Konkan-grown premium nuts
W240 Premium Cashews — “The Perfect Premium Snack”
The ideal balance of size + richness + value.
✔ Large kernels
✔ Great crunch
✔ Ideal for snacking, sweets & gifting
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Why Special:
• Smooth texture
• Holds shape well
• Naturally sweet taste
• Better quality than most imported nuts
W320 Premium Cashews — “India’s Most Loved Variety”
The most versatile and commonly loved cashew grade.
✔ Medium-large size
✔ Great for daily use
✔ Affordable luxury
Why Special:
• Perfect for cooking
• Great for roasting
• Balanced taste & texture
W400 Premium Cashews — “The Everyday Health Choice”
Ideal for those who want quality with affordability.
✔ Perfect for gravies
✔ Smooth flavour
✔ Light texture
Why Special:
• Budget-friendly
• Fresh and pure
• Excellent for sweets, kheer, sabzis
With Skin Cashews — “The Nutrient-Rich Traditional Snack”
These are cashews in their natural skin layer, giving:
✔ Higher antioxidants
✔ Higher fibre
✔ Natural rustic taste
Why Special:
• Ideal for Ayurveda diets
• Very rare in mainstream stores
• 0% processing — pure, raw Konkan cashews
Why Indian Cashews (Especially Konkan Cashews) Are the Best in the World?
Most people don’t know this:
Indian cashews are richer and creamier because our soil has more minerals.
Konkan soil provides:
✔ High iron
✔ Pure coastal air
✔ Herbal nutrients from forests
✔ Natural sunlight drying
Imported cashews are:
Chemically processed
Mass produced
Often 1–2 years old
Lacking natural oils
Maa Roots gives you:
✔ Farm-to-home freshness
✔ Pure Indian harvest
✔ No blends or imports
✔ Grade-wise transparency
How Maa Roots Ensures True Premium Quality
✔ 1. Direct Sourcing from Farmers
No middlemen.
Farmers earn better.
Customers get fresher nuts.
✔ 2. Small-Batch Sun Drying
Keeps natural oil + sweetness intact.
✔ 3. Zero Blending With Imported Nuts
100% Indian cashews only.
✔ 4. Ethical & Transparent Packaging
Grade label, batch number, and harvest information.
✔ 5. Empowering Women in Processing
Women perform grading, sorting, and roasting with care.
Your Premium Cashew Choice Supports India
Every pack of Maa Roots Premium Cashews supports:
✔ Indian farming families
✔ Women artisans
✔ Aatmanirbhar Bharat
✔ The Swadeshi movement
You aren’t just buying cashews.
You’re choosing India’s purity over imported compromise.