Who are these pack sizes for?

Snack bags portioned in advance

Handy if you want to set aside a bag for each traveller or snack break. According to Foods & Goods, Duyvis’s pack contains 20 bags of 45 g each, weighing 900 g in total.

A small bag for a short journey

A single bag is an option if you don’t want to buy a box of individually portioned packs. Duyvis lists Cocktail and Provencale in 125 g packs; the contents don’t automatically count as one serving.

Sharing a snack during stops

If you want to share with several travellers during breaks, Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI list 300 g packs. Jumbo and PLUS advise storing the relevant varieties in a cool, dry, dark place.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide whether you want to portion snacks in advance, take a single bag or share during a stop. Then compare the pack size, exact flavour and storage instructions.

What to consider What should you look for? Who is this important for?
Contents of each bag Check the weight of each individual bag, the number of bags and the total contents. If I want to set aside a bag in advance for each traveller or snack break, I check the contents of each one. Around 36% of consumers say portioning in advance is their top priority.
Total quantity Compare the net weight and number of packs; a box of individual bags contains more than a single bag to take with you. If I only want to take as much as I need for this journey, I check the total quantity in the pack. Around 22% of consumers say the quantity they buy is their top priority.
Flavour Check the full flavour name on the pack; Duyvis describes Provencale as having an onion and garlic flavour. If flavour determines my choice, I check the variety on the pack rather than going by the brand name alone. Around 14% of consumers say flavour is their top priority.
Allergens and dietary requirements Read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the exact pack; a vegan label doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free. If I have an allergy or dietary requirement, I check the specific variety and its information first. Around 14% of consumers say suitability for their diet is their top priority.
Storage between stops Follow the storage instructions on the pack and check how to store it once opened. If I want to take the snack along for several stops, I check how the label says it should be stored. Around 14% of consumers say storage between stops is their top priority.

Pitfalls to avoid when choosing coated peanuts for your journey

  • Assuming a small bag to take with you is one serving

    A 125 g pack and an individual 45 g bag are different sizes. The pack contents aren’t a personal recommendation for portion size.

    Check the weight of each bag and decide before you set off how much you want to eat or share during a stop.

  • Assuming a flavour name or dietary label proves a product is allergen-free

    For the specific variety, the ingredients and allergen warnings are what matter. PLUS labels its 300 g Oriëntaalse stijl variety as vegan; that doesn’t in itself mean it’s allergen-free.

    Read the latest information on the pack. The Duyvis Cocktail and Provencale varieties discussed here are described as peanut products, so don’t choose them if you have a peanut allergy.

  • Ignoring the storage instructions

    The stated advice for Jumbo Cocktail 300 g and PLUS Mild 300 g is to store in a cool, dry, dark place. Don’t assume they have a specific shelf life after opening or a resealable pack.

    Check the storage instructions on your pack and think ahead about where you’ll keep the snack during your journey.

  • Snacking while driving

    SWOV lists eating and drinking as activities that can distract you in traffic.

    If you’re driving, open, portion and eat the snack during a safe stop.

Brands and varieties to compare

Duyvis

Worth considering if you want to compare pack sizes and flavours.

  • The manufacturer lists Cocktail in various sizes, including 125 g. Duyvis describes Provencale as having an onion and garlic flavour.
  • A box of 20 bags of 45 g contains 900 g in total. The pack size isn’t a nutritional recommendation for portion size.

Albert Heijn

The retailer lists its own AH Borrelnoten cocktail.

  • The product is listed on the official Dutch product page.
  • Check the pack for the latest product information; the listing available here doesn’t confirm a specific pack weight.

Jumbo

The retailer lists its own Cocktail coated peanuts, as well as smaller Duyvis bags.

  • Jumbo Cocktail is listed in a 300 g pack, with advice to store it in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • With a larger bag, you’ll need to portion out the amount yourself for each snack break.

Lidl

A Dutch listing for Duyvis makes Lidl a retailer worth including in your comparison.

  • The listed Duyvis pack contains 200 g.
  • The listing doesn’t confirm a specific flavour or guarantee ongoing availability.

ALDI

The retailer lists TRADER JOE'S coated peanuts in various flavours.

  • The official product page lists oriental, provençale and cocktail varieties in 300 g packs.
  • Check which flavour you’re choosing; a retailer’s claim about a test result isn’t an independent quality assessment.

PLUS

PLUS lists 300 g packs of coated peanuts, including Mild and Oriëntaalse stijl.

  • PLUS labels its 300 g Oriëntaalse stijl variety as vegan.
  • That label doesn’t automatically apply to other flavours and doesn’t prove the product is allergen-free.

Joybuy products for your journey

This Joybuy selection includes Duyvis Provençale packs in 125 g and 275 g sizes. They’re suitable if you want to take a single bag and decide for yourself how much to have at each snack break.

Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 125 g

Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 125 g

The single 125 g pack is a good choice if you want to take a smaller bag and decide for yourself how much to have at each stop.

The product description mentions a crunchy coating with an onion and garlic flavour.

Contains peanuts and wheat; the description also mentions possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Check the latest pack information.

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Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 275 g

Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 275 g

The 275 g pack is a good choice if you want to take a larger amount for a stop and portion it out yourself.

The product description mentions a crunchy coating with an onion and garlic flavour.

Contains peanuts and wheat; the description also mentions possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Check the latest pack information.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 45 g bag or a 125 g pack automatically one recommended serving?

No. These weights describe the pack contents, not a nutritional recommendation for portion size. With 20 bags of 45 g, you’re buying individual packs; with a 125 g bag, you decide how much you want to eat or share during a stop.

How should you store coated peanuts during a car journey?

Follow the instructions on the specific pack. Jumbo Cocktail 300 g and PLUS Mild 300 g advise storing in a cool, dry, dark place. Also check how to store an opened pack; don’t assume it’s resealable or has a specific shelf life after opening.

What should you check if you have an allergy or follow a vegan diet?

Check the ingredients and allergen warnings for the specific flavour. Duyvis describes the Cocktail and Provencale products discussed here as containing peanuts. PLUS labels its 300 g Oriëntaalse stijl variety as vegan, but vegan doesn’t mean allergen-free.

How should you plan snack breaks if you’re driving?

Open, portion and eat the snack during a safe stop. SWOV lists eating and drinking as activities that can distract road users; a bag that’s easy to take with you doesn’t make snacking behind the wheel a good idea.