A mild snack for your coffee break
You’re specifically looking for cocktail nuts described as mild. Mild doesn’t tell you anything by itself about the salt content or allergens; PLUS provides that information for its own Mild variety.
Who are these cocktail nuts for?
Opening a small pack
You usually have a snack on your own during a short break and want the option of choosing a smaller pack. Duyvis Cocktail is available in a 125 g pack, among other sizes; once opened, follow the storage instructions for that pack.
A choice of flavours for a shared break
You want to offer a choice of flavours, then pick a pack that’s suitable for sharing. Duyvis and Jumbo list several varieties, and the flavour names make it easier to compare the range.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with your flavour preference, then think about how much you want to open and check the label information for the exact variety before buying.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is this important for? |
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| Flavour | Check the exact flavour name and ingredients; a flavour name doesn’t prove a particular level of intensity or that it goes better with coffee. | If I mainly want a flavour that suits my tastes with my coffee, I start with the variety name. Around 33% of consumers say flavour is their top priority. |
| Pack size and portion | Compare the net weight with the portion size and check how to store the product once opened. | For a short break, I want to open only what I plan to eat and store the rest properly. Around 25% of consumers say portion size and easy storage are their top priorities. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen warnings for the variety you’ve chosen; compare the nutritional values per 100 g if they matter to you. | If ingredients, allergens or nutritional values affect my choice, I check the label before choosing a variety. Around 25% of consumers put suitability based on label information first. |
| Product and packaging | Check the brand, full variety name and net weight; don’t compare products just because their names look similar. | I want to choose a pack that suits my break and avoid picking up a different variety by mistake. Around 17% of consumers put choosing the right product and pack first. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming mild means allergen-free
According to the product information, the PLUS Mild variety contains peanuts, wheat, milk and celery, among other ingredients. So the flavour description doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for someone with an allergy.
First check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the current pack, then choose based on flavour.
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Assuming a small pack is one portion
The contents of a pack aren’t the same as a portion size. For example, AH lists portions of 25 g for its 300 g Cocktail variety.
Compare the net weight and portion size separately, and decide in advance how much you want to have during your break.
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Using an old taste test as current buying advice
Libelle’s 2018 taste test covered Provençale; it doesn’t tell you which variety currently goes best with morning coffee.
Don’t treat a historical taste test as proof about current recipes, other flavours or how a product pairs with coffee.
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Assuming similar product names mean identical products
A 250 g pack of Jumbo Cocktail is a different product listing from the 300 g Cocktail pack.
Check the brand, full variety name, net weight and ingredients before comparing product information.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
The range includes several flavours, such as Cocktail, Provençale and Cheese & Mustard.
- Duyvis lists Cocktail in several pack sizes, including 125 g.
- Check the ingredients and nutritional values on the pack for the variety you’ve chosen.
Albert Heijn
AH Cocktail is a supermarket own-brand variety sold in a 300 g pack.
- The product page lists 25 g per portion and 12 portions per pack.
- The variety checked contains milk, peanuts and wheat; this information doesn’t automatically apply to other AH flavours.
Jumbo
The range includes Cocktail, chilli and BBQ paprika, among other flavours.
- The product page for Jumbo Cocktail 300 g lists portions of 25 g.
- Check the full product name and pack size: a similar variety name may refer to a different pack.
Lidl
Lidl lists cocktail nuts as a product category.
- The category can be a useful starting point when you’re looking for cocktail nuts.
- Choose based on the flavour, pack size and label information for the specific product.
ALDI
ALDI’s product page lists TRADER JOE'S cocktail nuts in varieties such as Poesta, paprika and bacon cheese, in 300 g packs.
- The flavour names make it easier to tell the varieties apart.
- A flavour name doesn’t prove that a product is suitable for a particular diet or goes better with coffee.
PLUS
PLUS offers a Mild variety in a 300 g pack.
- The product page lists ingredients, nutritional values, allergens and storage instructions.
- The Mild variety contains milk and celery, among other ingredients, and isn’t allergen-free.
Cocktail nuts and savoury snacks at Joybuy
Here you’ll find flavoured cocktail nuts and a related savoury snack mix, with options for anyone looking for a distinctive flavour. The mix isn’t made up solely of cocktail nuts.
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Duyvis Cocktail Nuts Poeta, 275 g
An option to consider if you’re looking for flavoured cocktail nuts; check the flavour description and ingredients for this variety.
Contains peanuts, milk and wheat; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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Duyvis Tiger Nuts Paprika Fiesta, 275 g
The product name includes Paprika Fiesta; take a look at this variety if that’s the flavour you’re after.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. The product information warns that it may pose a choking risk to young children.
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Duyvis Cocktail Nuts, 275 g
A Cocktail variety to consider if you’re looking for a savoury snack; check the portion size on the pack.
Contains milk, peanuts and wheat; may contain traces of nuts, soya and mustard.
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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika, 275 g
The product name includes BBQ and paprika; take a look at this variety if you’re after those flavours.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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Chio Borrel Bites Paprika Sweet Chili, 240 g
This is a savoury snack mix with paprika and sweet chilli flavour, not a pack containing cocktail nuts alone.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain various other nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 125 g bag of cocktail nuts meant to be one portion?
No, the net weight of the pack isn’t the same as a portion size. For example, AH Cocktail 300 g lists 25 g per portion and 12 portions. Use the portion guidance on the pack you choose.
How should you store an opened bag of cocktail nuts?
Follow the storage instructions for the exact variety. For Duyvis Cocktail 125 g, the product page recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and putting it in a light- and airtight container after opening. PLUS Mild recommends storing it in a cool, dry, dark place.
Is a mild-tasting variety suitable for someone with a food allergy?
You can’t tell from the flavour description. PLUS Mild contains peanuts, wheat, milk and celery, among other ingredients. If you have a relevant allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the current pack before eating.
Where can you find allergen information on a pre-packed snack?
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Under European labelling rules, any allergens present must be emphasised in the ingredients list. Always check the pack of the product you’re buying.
Are cocktail nuts automatically suitable for young children?
No, don’t assume they’re suitable for young children: the product information for the AH, PLUS Mild and Duyvis Cocktail varieties checked warns that young children may choke on peanuts. Follow the warning on the specific pack.