👉 Cobnut is a type of nut that is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically in Greece and Turkey. It is also known as a "sweet walnut" or "sweet almond". The name "cobnut" comes from its resemblance to a small walnut, which was originally grown in this area. In Greek mythology, cobnuts were the first crop of grain that Zeus brought back from Olympus, where he had been imprisoned for 14 days. They are often associated with the goddess Athena