Who is each option right for?

Anyone giving a shareable thank-you gift

Want to bring or send something that can be shared at the office or during a visit? A box of individual chocolates in several flavours is a better fit than a pack of biscuits. Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe the 400 g merci Gift Box as an assortment of 32 individually wrapped chocolates.

Online shoppers adding a little extra to their order

If the chocolate is going in with your regular groceries, the minimum order, delivery slot and any service or delivery charges matter. Check the terms for your address before placing a small order.

Shoppers looking for a Sprits biscuit

Looking for something to enjoy with coffee or tea rather than individual chocolates? Verkade describes Nobo Sprits Melk as a biscuit coated with milk chocolate. Choose this type of product deliberately, even if you’re buying it as a gift.

What should you look for when choosing?

Chocolate gift box

Choose this: if you want to give individual chocolates that the recipient can offer to others or share.

Bear in mind: an assortment with several flavours may contain different allergens, so check that the contents are suitable for the recipient.

Sprits with chocolate

Choose this: if you’re specifically looking for a chocolate biscuit to enjoy with coffee or tea.

Bear in mind: a pack of biscuits doesn’t offer the same individual chocolates as a gift box.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
A gift to share Check how many chocolates there are and whether they’re individually wrapped. I want to give a small gift that the recipient can easily offer to others. For around 42% of consumers, a shareable gift comes first.
Adding it to your order and delivery Once you’ve entered your address, check the minimum order, delivery slot and any additional charges. I want my gift to arrive with my groceries at a convenient time. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this convenience above all else.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information before buying, then check the label when your order arrives. If I’m giving the contents to someone else, I want to check they’re suitable for the recipient. For around 25% of consumers, this check matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking Sprits for a chocolate gift box

    Verkade Nobo Sprits Melk is a biscuit coated with milk chocolate, while a gift box contains individual chocolates. That difference determines what the recipient can offer or share.

    First decide whether you want to give a biscuit to enjoy with coffee or tea, or a box of individual chocolates.

  • Choosing a mixed assortment without reading the label

    A box containing different chocolates isn’t necessarily suitable for every recipient. Ingredients and allergens vary from product to product.

    Check the information when you order and read the label on the delivered pack too, especially if the recipient has an allergy.

  • Planning a one-item online order without checking delivery terms

    A supermarket may have a minimum order and charge service or delivery fees. This can make ordering just one box of chocolates less practical than adding it to your regular grocery shop.

    Check the terms and available delivery slots for your address before checking out.

  • Assuming a product page means it’s available locally

    A gift box shown online may not be available to order from your chosen shop. PLUS notes that its 400 g merci Gift Box may not be available at a selected PLUS store.

    Choose your shop or enter your address first, then check whether you can add the product to your order.

Brands to consider

merci

Chocolate gift boxes for anyone looking to give individual chocolates in a range of flavours.

  • According to Albert Heijn and Jumbo, the 400 g gift box contains 32 individually wrapped chocolates; Jumbo lists eight chocolate specialities.
  • Check the allergens for the recipient and availability at your chosen shop.

Celebrations

An assortment of small chocolates for a special occasion or group gathering.

  • PLUS describes the 385 g box as a mix of well-known chocolate brands in a sharing pack.
  • Don’t choose it on variety alone: check which ingredients and allergens matter to the recipients.

Verkade

A good option if by Sprits you mean a chocolate biscuit, not a box of individual chocolates.

  • Verkade describes Nobo Sprits Melk as a biscuit coated with milk chocolate.
  • Biscuits aren’t a substitute for a chocolate gift box if you’re looking for individual chocolates.

Products for a gift or coffee break

These Joybuy products include chocolate assortments for gifting and a Verkade biscuit for anyone specifically looking for Sprits. First choose the type of product you want, then check whether it can be ordered for your address.

Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Gift Pack, 288 g

Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Gift Pack, 288 g

A chocolate gift for anyone who wants to offer a range of flavours. Check the ingredients and allergens for the recipient; don’t assume the portions are individually wrapped.

View at Joybuy
Merci Petits Chocolate Collection, 125 g

Merci Petits Chocolate Collection, 125 g

A small chocolate collection to consider as a thank-you gift. If individually wrapped chocolates are important for your gift, check the pack and read the allergen label for the recipient.

View at Joybuy
Celebrations Chocolate Assorted, 385 g

Celebrations Chocolate Assorted, 385 g

A chocolate assortment to consider if you’re looking for a treat to share with a group. PLUS describes the 385 g Celebrations box as a sharing pack; check the number of chocolates and the allergens on the packaging.

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Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate, 150 g

Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate, 150 g

A milk chocolate biscuit for anyone looking for Sprits to enjoy with coffee or tea, not a box of individual chocolates. Carefully check the current label if nuts or sesame are a concern for the recipient.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sprits the same as a chocolate gift box?

No. Verkade describes Nobo Sprits Melk as a biscuit coated with milk chocolate. Choose a gift box if you want to give or share individual chocolates.

When should I check the allergens in a chocolate gift?

Check them before ordering and read the label again when your order arrives. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that the labelling of 14 allergens is mandatory; don’t rely on the front of the box alone when choosing an assortment.

Can I have just one box of chocolates delivered?

Only if your order meets the terms of your chosen supermarket and a delivery slot is available for your address. Albert Heijn and PLUS each have a minimum order; also check for any service and delivery charges before placing a one-item order.

Can I have groceries including chocolate delivered by Lidl?

Not through Lidl Netherlands’ grocery delivery service: according to Lidl’s customer service, it doesn’t sell groceries through its website or app and doesn’t offer a grocery delivery service.

Why can’t I always order a gift box shown online?

Availability may depend on your chosen shop or delivery address. PLUS notes that the 400 g merci Gift Box may not be available at a selected PLUS store. So, after choosing your shop or entering your address, check whether you can add the product to your order.