For packing lunchboxes
If you want to take a set amount with you without carrying a large, opened bag, you can measure out a portion at home. The individual Duyvis Cocktail pack at Albert Heijn lists an average portion of 30 g.
Who are multipacks of coated peanuts useful for?
For sharing on a journey
A multipack of standard bags may suit a train journey with others or several days of travel. That doesn’t make each individual bag a single snack portion.
For portioning yourself
If you’re filling several lunchboxes or want to decide the amount yourself, you can divide a larger bag into portions. Jumbo and PLUS, for example, list 300 g bags; check the storage instructions for the variety you choose too.
What should you look for in coated peanuts for the train?
First decide how much you want to take on each journey and whether you’d prefer separate bags to share or to make up your own portions. Then check the variety and storage instructions.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Lunchbox portion | Check the weight per bag and any portion information. The Duyvis Cocktail 4-pack at Albert Heijn contains four 275 g bags; the individual pack lists an average portion of 30 g. | If I want to take a measured amount in my lunchbox, I check the contents per bag and portion information. Around 36% of consumers say lunchbox portions are their main consideration. |
| Sharing and travel supplies | Check how many individual bags are in the pack and how many you want to open during your journey. | For travelling together or over several days, separate bags are handy to open one at a time. Around 29% of consumers prioritise sharing or having supplies for their journey. |
| Getting the right amount | Compare the total contents with the amount you want to take. A larger bag or value pack doesn’t automatically contain small, individually sealed bags. | If I don’t want to take more than I’ll use, I look at the total contents and the amount in each bag. Around 21% of consumers make choosing the right amount their main priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and any precautionary warnings on the current packaging for the exact flavour variety. | If you’re sharing the snack with others, you may want to check first that the variety is suitable for everyone eating it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise ingredients and allergens. |
Common mistakes when choosing coated peanuts for a journey
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Assuming a multipack contains small portion-sized bags
The Duyvis Cocktail 4-pack at Albert Heijn, which we checked, bundles four 275 g bags. That’s not the same as four small lunchbox portions.
First check how many grams are in each individual bag and how many bags are in the multipack.
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Taking an opened sharing bag without planning what to do with the rest
For its Duyvis Cocktail bag, Albert Heijn’s product page recommends storing it in an airtight, lightproof container after opening.
Measure out your lunchbox portion at home, then follow the label instructions for storing what’s left.
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Relying on a flavour name for allergen information
Ingredients vary between products and flavours. The Duyvis Cocktail and PLUS Mild varieties we checked don’t list the same ingredients.
Check the current packaging for the exact variety before sharing the snack with others.
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Thinking of the whole bag as one portion
The 275 g Duyvis Cocktail bag lists 30 g as an average portion and 9–10 portions per bag.
Use this label information as a guide, then decide how much you want to measure out for your journey.
Brands and shops to consider
Duyvis
Worth considering if you’re looking for a particular Cocktail flavour in different bag sizes.
- Duyvis lists Cocktail packs in 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g sizes. Albert Heijn offers a multipack of four standard 275 g bags.
- The 4-pack we checked doesn’t contain four small portions. Size and portion details apply to the variety mentioned, not every product from the brand.
Albert Heijn
A supermarket option with both Duyvis multipacks and its own-brand coated peanuts.
- The product page lists AH Borrelnoten cocktail in a 250 g bag.
- This own-brand variety isn’t the same product as the Duyvis 4-pack; check the packaging and ingredients separately.
Jumbo
An own-brand option if you want to portion or share a larger bag at home.
- Jumbo lists 300 g Cocktail bags and a 500 g value pack. The product page for the 300 g variety describes peanuts with a crispy coating.
- The term ‘value pack’ alone doesn’t mean that the contents are divided into individually sealed bags.
PLUS
An own-brand option if you want to portion out some of a bag yourself.
- PLUS lists Borrelnoten Mild in a 300 g bag and provides storage advice.
- Mild is a flavour name; it doesn’t tell you anything by itself about allergens or whether the product is suitable for children.
Aldi
An option when shopping at Aldi if you want to share or portion out a standard bag yourself.
- Aldi’s Dutch product page lists Trader Joe’s coated peanuts in 300 g bags, in bacon and cheese, Puszta and paprika flavours.
- The product listing doesn’t confirm a multipack, and there’s no reason to assume the different flavours have the same ingredients.
Lidl
A supermarket chain with a Dutch listing for coated peanuts.
- The product listing confirms the coated peanuts category.
- The listing doesn’t specify a particular bag size or multipack format.
Coated peanuts at Joybuy
These individual bags of coated peanuts are for portioning yourself, taking with you or sharing; they aren’t multipacks containing several separate bags.
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Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta 275 g
A 275 g bag to take with you and portion yourself; it isn’t a multipack.
Contains peanuts, wheat, milk and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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Duyvis Oriental Coated Peanuts 275 g
An individual 275 g bag for anyone wanting to take coated peanuts along to share or portion themselves.
The product information describes a crispy coating and a mild curry flavour. Contains peanuts, wheat, barley and soya; may contain milk, nuts and mustard.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provençale 125 g
The smaller 125 g individual bag is a good choice if you want to take less with you; it isn’t a multipack of separate bags.
The product information lists 30 g portions and 4–5 portions per pack. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal 275 g
An individual 275 g bag for anyone who wants to portion some out or share the contents.
The product information says to close the pack tightly after opening. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika 275 g
The individual 275 g bag can be taken along to share; the product information suggests sharing it with friends or family.
The description mentions a double coating with BBQ and paprika flavour. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
Frequently asked questions about coated peanuts for the train
Does the Duyvis Cocktail 4-pack contain four small lunchbox bags?
No. Albert Heijn lists four Duyvis Cocktail bags, each weighing 275 g. It’s a multipack of standard bags, so you’ll need to measure out a smaller amount for your lunchbox yourself.
How many coated peanuts should you take from a standard bag?
Decide for yourself how much you want to take on your journey. The 275 g Duyvis Cocktail bag lists 30 g as an average portion and 9–10 portions per bag. This is label information, not individual nutritional advice.
How should you store the rest after filling a lunchbox?
Follow the label for your exact variety. For Duyvis Cocktail, Albert Heijn recommends storing the opened pack in an airtight, lightproof container. PLUS Mild and Jumbo Cocktail say to store in a cool, dry, dark place.
What should you consider when sharing coated peanuts with young children?
The Duyvis Cocktail product page warns that young children may choke on peanuts and nuts. Choosing a smaller bag or a multipack doesn’t change this warning.
What allergen information should you check on the packaging?
Check the ingredients and any warnings on the current packaging for the exact flavour variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that 14 allergens must be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. New Dutch rules on precautionary warnings about cross-contamination have also applied since 1 January 2026.
Which NS house rules are relevant to your snack supplies?
NS says that hand luggage must not take up a seat another passenger could use, and that rubbish should go in the bin. Keep your supplies with your own luggage and dispose of packaging properly.