We’re so glad you stopped by to learn a little more about who we are—and no, we didn’t name a nut company after a fruit. Let us explain.
As the story was told to us...
It all started in 1915, when Master Roaster Pierre Hermann stepped off a boat at Ellis Island. But when he introduced himself to a U.S. customs official, his name didn’t quite make it onto the paperwork correctly. Instead of “Pierre Hermann,” he walked away with “Pear Herman.” (And yes, they even misspelled his last name.)
Not ideal—but Pear rolled with it. And from that day forward, the man who came in search of opportunity became a legend in the nut-roasting world.
With expert technique and old-world dedication, Pear crafted small-batch, hand-roasted nuts unlike anything else on the market. He didn’t just make snacks. He made something unforgettable. And over 100 years later, we’re proud to carry on his name—and his legacy.
From One Nut to Many
Our present-day dream started with The Almighty Nut, nature’s original healthy snack. But when we looked around at the world of seasoned snack nuts, something was missing. Where was the fun? Where was the flavor? Where was the sock-knocking deliciousness that made you scream WOW?
So, we got to work.
Our test kitchen was soon covered in cashews, peanuts, almonds, and a wild mix of seasonings—from smoky BBQ to sugar cookie dreams. After countless rounds of tasting, tweaking, and serious snacking, we landed on flavors that delivered exactly what we were craving: bold, clean ingredients + wild personality.
Still Roasting. Still Obsessed.
Today, we still roast in small batches. We still obsess over flavor that actually sticks. And we still believe that snack time should be the best time of the day. Because a snack shouldn’t just tide you over—it should light up your taste buds, fuel your vibe, and maybe even make you smile mid-bite.
So go ahead. Grab a handful. Share the story.
And if you’ve got a nutty idea for a new flavor—we’re all ears.
Signed, Sealed, Snackified,The Team at Pear’s Snacks