Choose a 500 g bag if you want to share one flavour and that amount works alongside your other snacks. Several 275–300 g bags give you more choice of flavours. Compare the price per kilo and check the allergens on the exact pack: a larger bag is not automatically better value or suitable for everyone.
You want to choose an amount that suits the number of people sharing and the other snacks on offer. Jumbo lists twenty 25 g servings on the label for its 500 g cocktail bag; that does not mean it will serve twenty guests.
You don’t want to limit everyone to one flavour. Duyvis lists 275 g cocktail bags; ALDI lists cocktail, oriental and provençale in 300 g bags, while PLUS offers a mild 300 g variety.
You compare the price per kilo and the amount you actually want to buy, rather than just the price per bag. A larger pack is not necessarily cheaper.
First, match the total weight to your group and the other snacks. Then decide whether one flavour is enough, and check the price, ingredients and what you’ll do with any leftovers.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Amount to share | Net weight, any serving sizes shown on the label and the amount you want to serve. | If you want to match the amount to your group and the other snacks, focus on the total quantity. Around 33% of consumers say quantity is their top buying priority. |
| Choice of flavour | The flavour listed on the pack and how many different flavours you want to open. | If you want to cater for different preferences around the table, consider whether to choose one flavour or several varieties. Around 27% of consumers put flavour first. |
| Price per amount | Compare the price per kilo, bag weight and total cost of your purchase. | If you want to match your spending to the amount you need, compare packs on an equal-weight basis. Around 20% of consumers say cost is their top buying priority. |
| Allergens and ingredients | Read the ingredients, allergen information and any precautionary warnings on the exact pack. | If any guests have a relevant allergy or specific dietary preference, the information for that particular variety matters more than the brand name. Around 13% of consumers prioritise checking the ingredients. |
| Storing leftovers | Check the best-before date and storage instructions, as well as any guidance on resealing the bag. | If you don’t expect to serve the whole bag, consider choosing an appropriate amount and finding a suitable place to store any leftovers. Around 7% of consumers prioritise reducing leftovers. |
Ingredients can vary between varieties. A brand name or flavour preference is no substitute for checking the label on the bag you choose.
Check the ingredients and allergens on every pack, especially if someone in your group has a relevant allergy.
Jumbo lists twenty 25 g servings on the label for its 500 g cocktail bag. This is a calculation based on the labelled serving size, not a set amount for a football night.
Use the labelled serving size as a guide only, and take into account your group and the other snacks.
Bag weights vary, so a lower price per bag doesn’t tell you on its own how the price compares for the same amount.
Compare the current price per kilo and total quantity. Choose a larger size only if it suits your plans.
The cocktail range includes several listed bag sizes.
AH Borrelnoten cocktail is an own-brand option.
Jumbo offers cocktail coated peanuts in several listed pack sizes.
Lidl lists 500 g bags of Duyvis Borrelnootjes cocktail and provençale among its products.
TRADER JOE'S coated peanuts are listed in 300 g bags.
PLUS lists its own-brand Borrelnoten Mild variety in a 300 g pack.
This Joybuy selection mainly features 275 g bags of Duyvis in several flavours, plus one smaller 125 g bag.
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The description suggests serving this seasoned peanut snack at gatherings.
Net weight: 275 g. Contains peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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This separate oriental variety could be a good choice if you want to offer different flavours.
Net weight: 275 g. Contains peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; may contain milk, nuts and mustard.
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This smaller bag could work if you want to serve Provençal coated peanuts alongside other snacks.
Net weight: 275 g. The product description mentions a crunchy peanut coating with onion and garlic flavour. Contains peanuts and gluten (wheat); may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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The BBQ paprika variety could be an option if you want to add a smaller bag with a distinctive flavour.
Net weight: 275 g. The description mentions a double coating with BBQ and paprika flavour. Contains peanuts and gluten (wheat); may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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At 125 g, this is a smaller Provençal flavour option to serve alongside other snacks.
Net weight: 125 g. The description mentions a crunchy coating with onion and garlic flavour. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, other nuts, soya and mustard.
Jumbo lists twenty 25 g servings on the label for its 500 g cocktail bag, but that doesn’t guarantee the bag will be enough for twenty guests. Consider how many people are sharing, what you want to serve and the other snacks on the table.
No, the name alone doesn’t tell you whether a pack is better value. Compare the current price per kilo and the total amount you need; Jumbo lists different sizes at separate prices.
Follow the storage advice on the packaging for your product. Jumbo and PLUS advise storing their products in a cool, dry, dark place; this doesn’t specify a fixed shelf life after opening.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack. According to the European Union, allergen information must be emphasised in the ingredients list of prepacked foods. If you have a relevant allergy, don’t rely on the brand name or flavour alone.
Ask the retailer for the information before buying the product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority also provides a way to report missing allergen information.
