For a protein-focused conference break, choose cocktail nuts based on the nutritional information on the exact pack and the portion you plan to serve. A product name or peanut base does not prove a protein claim. Calculate the protein provided per serving and match the snack to the overall food offering and the level of activity guests will be doing. Only use the claim ‘high in protein’ if the relevant requirements are met.
You want to offer a snack with a measurable protein contribution during a break, for example at a conference that includes sporting activities. Check the nutritional information for the portion and the overall food offering; the word ‘protein’ on its own doesn’t tell you how much protein a guest will actually eat.
You’re catering for a mixed group and want to be able to provide clear information about ingredients and allergens. Duyvis lists peanuts, wheat and milk among the ingredients in its Borrelnootjes Cocktail, so check the exact variant and pack.
You want pack sizes, stock and serving arrangements to fit the conference programme. Compare the specific pack and storage instructions rather than attributing characteristics to an entire brand.
First check the nutritional information for the exact variant, then decide on your serving size and match your order and allergen information to your serving plan.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Check the figures on the exact pack and calculate them for the portion you plan to serve. Poiesz lists 15 g of protein, 541 kcal and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g for its Duyvis Cocktail borrelnootjes; a 30 g calculation serving therefore provides 4.5 g of protein, 162.3 kcal and 0.42 g of salt. | If I want to offer a source of protein, I want to know what the planned portion actually provides. Around 33% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Allergens and dietary suitability | Read the ingredients, allergen information and warnings for the exact variant. For its Cocktail variant, Duyvis lists peanuts, wheat and milk among the ingredients and warns that it may contain soya, mustard and various types of nuts. | When catering for a mixed group, I want to be able to provide allergen information and carefully consider dietary requests. Around 27% of consumers prioritise dietary suitability. |
| Pack sizes for several breaks | Compare the net weight with your serving plan and follow the storage instructions for the chosen variant. Duyvis lists packs of 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g; Jumbo lists a 500 g cocktail variant. | If I’m dividing stock across several breaks, I look for pack sizes that suit my serving plan. Around 20% of consumers prioritise the logistics of catering for several breaks. |
| Planning the total quantity | Calculate the amount you need based on the number of planned portions and your chosen portion weight. Decide for yourself whether to order extra; the pack size alone doesn’t tell you how much to serve. | When buying, I want the total quantity to match the number of guests and planned portions. Around 20% of consumers prioritise getting this right. |
An ingredient or product name is no substitute for checking the nutritional information and the requirements for making a nutrition claim. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority and the European Commission refer to the applicable European rules for nutrition claims.
Use the nutritional information for the exact variant, and only make a claim if the requirements are met.
The Duyvis Cocktail variant lists wheat and milk as well as peanuts. So a peanut base doesn’t automatically make the coating suitable for guests avoiding certain ingredients.
Check the ingredients and allergen information for each flavour and pack separately.
For dietary requests, you may also need to offer a separate, suitable snack.
When serving unpackaged food, allergen information must also be available during catering. The NVWA says that information can be provided verbally if guests are clearly told they can ask for it.
Keep the product information to hand, or copy the relevant details into the serving information before opening the pack.
Duyvis has a Borrelnootjes range in several pack sizes, which may be useful if you want to match stock to your break schedule.
Albert Heijn lists AH Borrelnoten cocktail as an own-brand option in this category.
Jumbo lists a 500 g pack of Cocktail Borrelnoten for sharing.
ALDI Netherlands lists TRADER JOE'S Borrelnoten cocktail as a product in its Dutch range.
Lidl has a Dutch range page for borrelnoten.
PLUS lists Duyvis Borrelnootjes Cocktail in a 450 g bag.
Multiply the protein per 100 g by your chosen portion weight, then divide by 100. Poiesz lists 15 g of protein per 100 g for its Duyvis Cocktail borrelnootjes; a 30 g calculation serving of your choosing therefore provides 4.5 g of protein. This is a calculation based on that listing, not a recommendation that 30 g provides enough post-exercise nutrition.
No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, recreational exercisers don’t need these products. Plan a sports-focused break around the level of activity, the overall food offering and whether it’s practical to eat ordinary food.
No. The Duyvis Cocktail variant referenced here lists wheat and milk. Check each flavour and pack separately if you want to offer vegan, dairy-free or gluten-free options.
Yes. The NVWA says that information can be provided verbally, as long as guests are clearly told they can ask for it. The information requirement also applies to unpackaged food served by caterers; guests must be able to obtain the information before buying.
Not necessarily. Match the net weight to the number of planned portions and breaks, and follow the storage instructions for the specific variant. A larger pack doesn’t, on its own, take care of portioning or allergen information.
