Choose the pack size according to what you want to serve, rather than relying on the wording on the packaging alone. Options include 300 g, 500 g and 1000 g packs. Also check the ingredients for the specific pack, and consider whether it can be resealed if you’ll be enjoying it over more than one occasion.
You’re looking for enough coated peanuts to share and want to match the pack size to what you’re putting on the table. Duyvis lists Cocktail packs of up to 1000 g; Jumbo states that its 500 g Cocktail pack contains 20 labelled servings of 25 g.
You want to choose an amount that suits what you’re serving. So compare the contents of the specific pack, rather than relying on the product name or wording on the packaging alone.
You want to check the ingredients and allergens in your chosen pack in advance. Product information varies between versions; PLUS Borrelnoten Mild, for example, lists milk and celery.
First decide how much you want to serve. Then check the flavour and ingredients, and make sure the packaging suits how you plan to store the contents.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Check the net weight and any labelled serving sizes on the specific pack. | If you’re buying snacks for a get-together, you’ll want to match the quantity to what you’re serving. Around 42% of consumers put quantity first. |
| Flavour | Read the full flavour name; Cocktail, Oriental and Provençale are different varieties. | When choosing a flavour for your gathering, knowing the exact variety helps you narrow down your options. Around 25% of consumers prioritise flavour. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the packaging of the specific product. | If your guests need to consider ingredients or allergens, check the information for the pack you’ve chosen. Around 17% of consumers put this first. |
| Storage | Check whether the pack can be resealed and follow the storage instructions on the label. | If you’ll be enjoying the contents over more than one occasion, you’ll want to be able to seal and store the pack properly. Around 16% of consumers make storage their main consideration. |
Ingredients and allergens can vary between versions. PLUS Borrelnoten Mild lists milk and celery, among other ingredients.
Before sharing, read the full ingredients and allergen information for the specific pack.
Albert Heijn describes its 250 g Cocktail pack as resealable. That doesn’t automatically apply to the 300 g version or other packs.
Check the size and packaging separately if you want to store any leftovers.
These brands and supermarket ranges offer relevant products. The features listed apply to specific versions and don’t indicate whether they’re available in a particular shop.
Duyvis lists Cocktail coated peanuts in several pack sizes, including 500 g and 1000 g.
Albert Heijn offers its own AH Cocktail products in different pack sizes.
Jumbo lists, among other products, a 500 g value pack of Cocktail coated peanuts.
Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a spicy coating.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s Borrelnoten in Oriental, Provençale and Cocktail flavours, in 300 g packs.
PLUS lists Borrelnoten Mild in a 300 g pack.
This selection includes Duyvis coated peanuts in 125 g and 275 g packs, with a range of flavours.
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The 125 g pack is a smaller amount to serve at a get-together.
The product information lists peanuts and wheat; the pack may also contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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The 275 g pack contains more than the 125 g version in this selection.
The product information lists peanuts and wheat/gluten; the pack may also contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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This Oriental version comes in a 275 g pack.
The product information lists peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; the pack may also contain milk, nuts and mustard.
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This Poeta version comes in a 275 g pack.
The product information lists peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; the pack may also contain soya, mustard and other nuts.
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This BBQ Paprika version comes in a 275 g pack.
The product information lists peanuts and wheat; the pack may also contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
Jumbo states that its 500 g Cocktail pack contains 20 servings of 25 g. These are serving sizes shown on the label, not a set number of guests. Match the quantity to what you’re serving and the other snacks on offer.
Store coated peanuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed pack, and follow the instructions on the packaging. For its 250 g Cocktail version, Albert Heijn advises resealing the bag securely after use and storing it in a cool, dark and dry place.
No. The 300 g PLUS Borrelnoten Mild is labelled as vegetarian, but lists milk and lactose. Check the ingredients for the specific version.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, the relevant allergens must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list. For prepacked products, this information must appear on the label. Always check the details on the specific pack for your guests.
Ask the seller for allergen information if it isn’t clearly displayed with the product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that, under certain conditions, information about loose products can also be given verbally, provided there is a visible notice telling you that you can ask for it.
