Who is this comparison for?

Mindful portion choosers

You want to keep buying cocktail nuts while comparing the energy content of the same quantity. Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS list product-specific nutritional values, so you can check the labels.

Family stock-up planners

You’re buying snacks for several occasions and want to match the pack size to how much you expect to use. Packs from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and ALDI show why it’s useful to check the quantity for each variety.

Families with dietary requirements

You check the ingredients and allergens for each flavour to make sure the snack is suitable for everyone sharing it. Albert Heijn and PLUS provide product-specific information; a vegan label on one variety doesn’t automatically apply to others.

What should you look for when buying?

First compare the energy per 100 g for the exact flavour; then consider your portion, family stock, who’s eating and the storage instructions.

What to consider What to check Who is this important for?
Comparing energy Compare the exact varieties per 100 g and use the unit shown. If I want to know which variety lists less energy for the same quantity, I compare them on the same weight basis. Around 28% of consumers prioritise energy per equal quantity.
Planning portions Weigh the amount you serve and compare portions at the same weight. When I want to decide how much to serve at each snack time, I consider my own portion rather than just the total pack size. Around 22% of consumers give portion control top priority.
Family stock Check the net weight and match it to the number of planned snack occasions. If I’m stocking up for several occasions, I want to choose an amount that suits our plans. Around 22% of consumers prioritise a suitable amount for the family.
Suitable for everyone sharing Read the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the pack for your chosen flavour. When people at the table have different dietary requirements, I check the exact variety before serving it. Around 17% of consumers give suitability for everyone sharing top priority.
Storing after opening Check whether the pack is resealable and follow the storage instructions. If I want to use a pack over several occasions, I want to know how to store it after opening. Around 11% of consumers prioritise storage over several occasions.

Common buying mistakes

  • Mistaking a smaller portion for a low-calorie product

    A portion may contain less energy simply because fewer grams are served. That doesn’t tell you how much energy the product contains per 100 g.

    Compare nutritional values per 100 g and use the same weight when comparing portions.

  • Assuming a family-size pack suits everyone sharing

    Allergens can vary by flavour. Albert Heijn and PLUS also warn that young children may choke on peanuts.

    Check the current packaging and bear the warning in mind when serving the snack.

  • Using a taste test to compare calories

    The Libelle test of 25 January 2018 assessed taste, crunchiness and colour. It wasn’t a calorie comparison and doesn’t tell you what nutritional values appear on current packaging.

    Use taste tests only for the qualities they actually assess; check the nutritional information on the pack of the variety you’re buying.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

Duyvis describes its Provencale variety as having onion and garlic flavour, and lists several pack sizes.

  • The product description helps you identify the flavour variety listed.
  • The flavour and pack size alone tell you nothing about energy per 100 g.

Albert Heijn

The AH Cocktail and Oriental varieties have separate product information and nutritional values.

  • The product pages checked provide information for each specific variety.
  • Allergens, portion numbers and storage instructions may differ by flavour and pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists nutritional values for its 300 g Cocktail variety.

  • The product information lists energy per 100 g and per 25 g portion.
  • The details apply to this Cocktail variety and not automatically to other cocktail nuts.

Lidl

Lidl stocks cocktail nuts.

  • This category is worth considering when you’re looking for cocktail nuts as part of your family shop.
  • Use the information on the exact pack when comparing a variety with other products.

ALDI

ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S cocktail nuts in several flavours, in a 300 g pack.

  • The flavours and pack size listed help you identify the product described.
  • Product information about flavour and pack size doesn’t show a calorie advantage.

PLUS

PLUS lists product information and nutritional values for its 300 g Mild Cocktail Nuts.

  • The product page gives information about ingredients and allergens for this variety.
  • ‘Mild’ describes the flavour; don’t assume the details apply to other varieties.

Cocktail nuts at Joybuy

These Joybuy products are cocktail nuts and coated peanuts; compare the flavour and pack size listed with what you’re looking for.

Duyvis Provençal Coated Peanuts 275 g

Duyvis Provençal Coated Peanuts 275 g

A Provençal variety in a 275 g pack, for anyone looking for this flavour. Compare the nutritional value per 100 g on the pack and work out the energy content for your own portion.

The product information lists peanuts and wheat, and possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard; check the packaging before serving.

Joybuy
g'woon Provençal Cocktail Nuts 300 g

g'woon Provençal Cocktail Nuts 300 g

A Provençal cocktail nuts variety in a 300 g pack, for anyone looking for this flavour and pack size. Check the nutritional value per 100 g and calculate it based on the portion you serve.

The product information lists peanuts and wheat, and possible traces of nuts. Check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Does a small portion of cocktail nuts make the product low in calories?

No. A smaller portion only reduces the amount you eat; to compare the products themselves, look at the energy per 100 g. Don’t treat a small portion as proof of a nutritional claim.

How do I compare cocktail nuts in different pack sizes?

Compare the energy per 100 g for the exact varieties and assess the pack size separately. For a portion comparison, use the same number of grams.

Is 25 g of cocktail nuts a recommended portion for everyone?

No. Here, 25 g is a stated portion or a reference for calculations, not personalised dietary advice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 133 kcal for a generic 25 g handful of cocktail nuts; this is not a product-specific value.

Are vegan cocktail nuts automatically free from peanuts and wheat?

No. A vegan label doesn’t automatically mean a product is free from peanuts or wheat. Albert Heijn lists these allergens for its Oriental variety; always read the declaration on the exact pack.

Are cocktail nuts suitable for young children?

Don’t assume that whole cocktail nuts are suitable for young children. Albert Heijn and PLUS include a warning about choking on peanuts; bear this in mind when serving them.

How should I store an opened pack of cocktail nuts?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For Oriental, Albert Heijn recommends storing the product in a cool, dark and dry place, and closing the pack securely after use.