Brunch host with limited table space
You want to put out a small amount of aniseed sprinkles for rusks, yoghurt or cake, without taking up space between the serving dishes with a large storage jar.
Which jar is right for you?
Someone who wants to reuse the jar
You’re looking for a jar that can also be used for dry goods after brunch. In that case, the seal and cleaning instructions matter too.
Host who keeps an eye on allergens
You want to be able to check the ingredients of your chosen variety of aniseed sprinkles before serving, so you keep the original packaging by the jar.
What should you look for?
First, decide how many aniseed sprinkles you want to put on the table and whether you’ll use the jar for storage afterwards. Then check the opening, the seal and the label on the variety you plan to serve.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Serving at the table | Check the capacity, whether the opening is wide enough for a teaspoon and how much space the jar will take up on the table. | If I want to put aniseed sprinkles next to the rusks, everyone needs to be able to reach them easily without the jar taking up too much room. For around 42% of consumers, presentation on the table comes first. |
| Sealing and reusing | Check the seal and the cleaning instructions for both the jar and the lid. | I want to keep using the jar for dry ingredients after brunch and be able to seal it between uses. Reuse is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Label information | Read the ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions for the exact variety of aniseed sprinkles; keep the label to hand. | When guests are eating with me, I want to be able to check what’s in the sprinkles, even after I’ve transferred them to a jar. Around 25% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
Common mistakes
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Choosing a decorative jar with no food-contact information
A decorative glass jar isn’t automatically intended for serving aniseed sprinkles directly. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out requirements for articles intended to come into contact with food in the Netherlands.
Check the product information to make sure the jar is suitable for food contact.
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Assuming the weight in grams equals the jar’s capacity in millilitres
The weight on a packet of aniseed sprinkles doesn’t tell you directly how much space they’ll take up in a jar. So a 500 ml jar won’t necessarily be big enough for a whole packet.
Choose a size based on how much you want to serve, and keep the original packaging to hand in case it doesn’t all fit in the jar.
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Filling a jar while it’s still damp
Jumbo’s product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes says they should be stored in a dry place. A damp jar isn’t suitable for following this storage advice.
Let a washed jar dry completely before filling it, and follow the instructions on the packaging for your chosen variety.
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Throwing away the packaging after decanting the sprinkles
Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. According to Jumbo’s product information, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Keep the packaging nearby while serving, so guests can check the information for that exact variety.
Brands to consider
WECK
WECK makes glass jars with glass lids, rubber rings and clips. According to WECK Jars, the Quadro 768 has a capacity of 290 ml.
- The manufacturer lists garnishing and storage as uses, making this model a useful reference for serving a small amount of aniseed sprinkles at the table.
- Check separately whether the opening works well with your teaspoon and whether the jar holds the amount you want to serve.
Kilner
Kilner makes round and square clip-top jars with a capacity of 0.5 litres, as well as jars with other types of closure.
- Kilner says its clip-top models are designed for storing dry goods, and describes the square version as a space-saving option for the cupboard.
- Care requirements vary depending on the closure. For Kilner’s 0.5-litre preserving jar, the manufacturer says the metal parts of the lid should be hand-washed and dried straight away.
Le Parfait
Le Parfait’s glass Super jar has a metal wire closure and is available in sizes including 250 ml and 500 ml.
- The manufacturer positions the Super range for preserving.
- Le Parfait doesn’t recommend this range for dry goods that you open and close frequently, as repeated use can damage the rubber ring.
De Ruijter
Here, De Ruijter is the brand of the aniseed sprinkles, not the glass jar. The variety you choose determines which product information you’ll need when serving them.
- Jumbo lists rusks, yoghurt and cake as serving suggestions for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.
- Jumbo’s product information lists wheat as an ingredient in Gestampte Muisjes. Check the packaging for the variety you’re actually using.
Glass storage jars at Joybuy
These glass storage jars are worth considering if you’d like to reuse the jar for dry goods after Easter brunch. Before using one on the table, check that the opening and overall dimensions suit the way you want to serve the aniseed sprinkles.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars with clip-top closures, 2 × 700 ml
An option if you’d like to serve aniseed sprinkles in a sealed jar and reuse the jars afterwards.
The set contains two round glass jars, each with a capacity of 700 ml, with a silicone seal and clip-top closure. Check that the opening is practical for a teaspoon, and ask for the latest cleaning instructions: the information about whether the jars are dishwasher-safe is unclear.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 l
A larger storage jar for anyone who wants to keep other dry goods in it after brunch.
The glass jar has a stated capacity of 1.7 l and a stainless steel lid. Check the opening and overall dimensions if you want to put it on the table: capacity alone won’t tell you how easily guests can scoop the contents out.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use any glass jar to serve aniseed sprinkles?
For direct contact with aniseed sprinkles, choose a jar intended for food contact. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out requirements for these types of articles in the Netherlands; check the product information to see what the jar is intended for.
Can I store the aniseed sprinkles in the same jar after brunch?
Yes, as long as the jar is clean, completely dry and sealable, and you follow the storage advice for your chosen variety. Jumbo says De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes should be stored in a dry place; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping food in a sealed container.
Should I keep the packaging if the aniseed sprinkles are in a jar?
Keep the packaging nearby while serving, so you can check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. Jumbo lists wheat among the ingredients in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; don’t assume other varieties of aniseed sprinkles have the same ingredients.