Who are these pack formats for?

Lunchbox users who don’t want to repack snacks

You want to take individually wrapped borrel nuts with you. The Duyvis Provençale 20-pack reviewed contains 20 bags of 45 g, according to Albert Heijn’s product information.

People who exercise and think about when and how much they eat

You’re looking for a savoury snack before your workout, but when and how much you eat matter more to you than convenient packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large meal and recommends avoiding high-fat foods shortly before exercise.

People who share snacks and portion them themselves

You’re buying for several snack occasions or people, and you’re happy to portion the snacks yourself. A multipack of four 275 g bags and individual 300 g bags are different pack formats from small sharing bags, according to product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo and range information from ALDI, Lidl and PLUS.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide when you want to eat the snack and whether you need a ready-to-go individual bag or want to portion it yourself. Then compare the inner packs and check the label information for the exact product variant.

Small sharing bags

Choose these if: you want to pop something in your bag or lunchbox without repacking it.

Bear in mind: the 45 g bag is the labelled serving size for this Duyvis variant, not personal advice on how much to eat before exercise.

Multipack of large bags

Choose this if: you want enough for several occasions when you’ll be sharing, and can portion out smaller amounts yourself.

Bear in mind: the Duyvis multipack reviewed contains four 275 g bags, not four small lunchbox bags; this format is listed by Albert Heijn.

Single sharing bag

Choose this if: you want to portion the snacks yourself and don’t need individually wrapped bags.

Bear in mind: the 300 g sharing bags reviewed aren’t multipacks; labelled serving sizes and allergens vary by product variant.

What to consider What to look for Who should pay particular attention?
Eating before a workout Consider when you’ll eat it, how much you’ll have and the nutritional information for the exact product variant. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large meal and recommends avoiding high-fat foods shortly before exercise. If I want to eat something before my workout, I take the timing and nutritional content into account rather than looking only at the bag size. Around 25% of consumers prioritise timing and nutritional content.
Small sharing bags Check how many inner bags there are and how much each one weighs; the word ‘multipack’ alone doesn’t tell you how big the bags are. If I want to put something straight into my bag or lunchbox, I don’t want to have to divide up a large bag first. Around 31% of consumers prioritise taking snacks with them without repacking.
Choosing your own portion size Compare the total bag weight with the labelled serving size. The Duyvis sharing bags reviewed list 45 g; the AH and Jumbo Cocktail variants reviewed list 25 g. If I want to decide how much I eat, I’d rather choose a pack that lets me portion it myself. Around 25% of consumers prioritise being able to choose how much they have.
Sharing and stocking up Check whether you’re buying individual small bags, several large bags or one sharing bag. Compare pack formats on a like-for-like basis and think about how you plan to use them. If I want to divide the contents between people or snack occasions, I look for the pack that suits my needs. Around 19% of consumers prioritise sharing and dividing their snacks.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming a convenient multipack is a proven pre-workout snack

    Convenient packaging says nothing about sports performance or how a snack will suit you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large meal and high-fat foods shortly before exercise; the Duyvis Provençale 20-pack reviewed lists 35 g of fat per 100 g.

    First consider when and how much you’ll eat, then decide which pack format is convenient.

  • Thinking a 4-pack contains four small snack bags

    The Duyvis 4-pack reviewed contains four 275 g bags, while the 20-pack contains twenty 45 g bags. Albert Heijn lists these pack formats.

    Before choosing a multipack, check both the number of inner packs and the weight of each one.

  • Treating the labelled serving size as personal eating advice

    The Duyvis sharing bags reviewed list 45 g per bag; AH and Jumbo list 25 g for the Cocktail variants reviewed. These are label details, not personal advice on what to eat before exercise.

    Use the information on the exact pack and decide for yourself what amount suits your snack occasion.

  • Assuming all borrel nuts have the same allergens

    The variants reviewed have different allergen information. For example, AH Cocktail lists milk as well as peanuts and wheat; information for one recipe doesn’t automatically apply to another.

    Check the ingredients and warnings for the exact product variant. The NVWA explains that allergens which must be listed on the label need to be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list.

Brands and pack formats to consider

Duyvis

The Provençale options reviewed include small sharing bags and a multipack of larger bags.

  • Albert Heijn lists the 20-pack as 20 bags of 45 g and the multipack as four bags of 275 g.
  • The manufacturer describes the Provençale flavour as onion and garlic; this is a product description, not an independent taste assessment. The packs contain different amounts in each inner bag.

Albert Heijn

The options reviewed include Duyvis multipacks and a 300 g bag of AH Cocktail borrel nuts.

  • The AH Cocktail information lists a labelled serving size of 25 g and advises closing the pack securely after use.
  • The Cocktail sharing bag isn’t a multipack with individual bags. The variant reviewed contains milk and wheat.

Jumbo

The Jumbo Cocktail borrel nuts reviewed come in a 300 g sharing bag.

  • Jumbo lists nutritional values per 100 g and per 25 g, and twelve labelled servings.
  • The sharing bag doesn’t contain individually wrapped portions. The variant reviewed contains peanuts and wheat and may contain different types of nuts.

Lidl

The range page reviewed describes borrel nuts in various 300 g variants.

  • The listed pack size offers the option to portion snacks yourself from a sharing bag.
  • This isn’t a multipack of small sharing bags; the range information doesn’t provide a nutritional comparison between variants.

ALDI

The Trader Joe’s borrel nuts reviewed are described as 300 g bags, available in oriental, provençale and cocktail variants.

  • The flavours listed offer different options for portioning the snacks yourself.
  • The pack reviewed is a sharing bag, not a multipack of small sharing bags. A supplier’s claim about a test result isn’t an independent recommendation.

PLUS

The PLUS Borrelnoten Ham Kaas reviewed come in a 300 g sharing bag.

  • The product information lists ingredients and nutritional values, and advises storing the product in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • The variant reviewed contains milk, peanuts and wheat; this information doesn’t automatically apply to other PLUS borrel nuts.

Borrel nuts at Joybuy

Joybuy borrel nut picks for sharing at snack time.

Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta, 275 g

Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta, 275 g

The product description suggests sharing these borrel nuts at get-togethers and at home.

Pack weight: 275 g.

Contains peanuts, milk, wheat and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts. Check the packaging if allergens are a concern.

Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Are borrel nuts always suitable before exercise?

Not necessarily; consider when and how much you’ll eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large meal and high-fat foods shortly before exercise, so convenient packaging alone doesn’t tell you whether this snack is right for your workout.

Is a 45 g bag automatically a suitable portion before exercise?

No. For the Duyvis 20-pack reviewed, 45 g is the labelled serving size for one bag, according to Albert Heijn. This isn’t personal sports nutrition advice; consider when and how much you’ll eat rather than relying on the pack size.

How can I tell whether a multipack contains small bags?

Check the weight of each inner pack and the number of bags. The Duyvis 20-pack reviewed contains 20 bags of 45 g, while the Duyvis 4-pack contains four bags of 275 g; Albert Heijn lists these pack details.

Which allergens should I check?

Read the ingredients list and allergen warnings on the exact pack. According to the NVWA, allergens that must be listed on the label need to be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. The Duyvis, AH and Jumbo variants reviewed have different allergen information; AH Cocktail also lists milk.

Are small bags of borrel nuts suitable for young children?

A small bag doesn’t mean its contents are suitable for young children. The product information for the Duyvis and AH variants reviewed warns that young children may choke on peanuts and nuts.