Akbari belongs to the long type of Iranian pistachios, it is also known as the most expensive and exclusive type among all Iranian pistachios. One of the characteristics that differentiate this type to the other Iranian pistachios is the height of head and is equal in length. Akbari pistachios are available in different sizes: 20-22, 22-24, 24-26, and 26-28.
Ahmad Aghaei (AA) is also one of long type of Iranian pistachios and the characteristics of this type can be described as long shape but the lengths size is not always equal. This type Iranian pistachio is the most favorable type in eastern Asia in particular China also in India. AA pistachios are available in various sizes: 20-22, 22-24, 24-26, 26-28, 28-30, and 30-32.
Badami is another type of long Iranian pistachios, and in terms of length it is shorter than Ahmadaghaei, and particularly its kernel is very similar to almond. Badami pistachios are available in the following sizes: 22-24, 24-26, 26-28, 28-30, and 30-32.