Buyer looking for lighter snacking options
You want to make considered purchases for conference breaks and distinguish a substantiated nutrition claim from a smaller serving. The European Commission sets out which nutrition claims may be used.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Caterer catering for a range of dietary needs
You need to make allergen information available and check vegetarian or vegan labelling for each variant. The NVWA provides information about allergens in catering, among other areas; PLUS lists dietary information for specific variants.
Group-serving organiser
You can choose between portioning from larger packs yourself and serving individual bags, depending on the quantity you need and how you’ll serve them on site. Van Dijk Groothandel lists a 1 kg bag; HANOS lists a box of 20 bags of 45 g.
What should you consider when buying?
| Consideration | What to look for when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat claim or portion size | Check the claim for the exact variant and compare nutritional values on the same quantity basis. | If you’re looking for cocktail nuts with a substantiated fat-reduction claim for a conference, you’ll want to be able to assess the claim for the exact variant. Around 37% of consumers put fat reduction first. |
| Allergen information | Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, and make sure the information is available when serving. | If you’re offering snacks to a group, you’ll want clear allergen information for each variant. Around 27% of consumers say this is their top priority. |
| Portion size and serving | Compare the contents of each bag and decide whether you want to weigh out portions yourself or hand out pre-packed servings. | If you want to serve snacks quickly during a conference break, look for packaging that suits the way you plan to work. Around 18% of consumers prioritise ease of serving and portion size. |
| Flavour and dietary variant | Check the exact flavour, ingredients and any vegetarian or vegan labelling for each variant. | If you’re catering for flavour preferences or dietary needs, you’ll want to be able to assess the information for each product variant. Around 18% of consumers start with this when making their choice. |
Things to watch out for when choosing
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Confusing a smaller pack with less fat
The quantity in a bag doesn’t, by itself, tell you anything about its nutritional composition. For Duyvis Provençale in the 1 kg bag, Van Dijk Groothandel lists 10 g of fat per 30 g serving; these figures apply to that variant and serving size.
Assess the nutrition claim and composition separately from the quantity you offer each attendee.
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Assuming vegetarian or vegan means allergen-free
A dietary label doesn’t replace ingredient and allergen information. PLUS labels Mild as vegetarian; its ingredients include peanuts, wheat, celery and milk.
Record the dietary label and allergen information separately for every variant you serve.
Brands and suppliers to consider
Duyvis
The brand lists various cocktail nut flavours, including Cocktail, Provençale, Poesta and Oriental.
- For group serving, HANOS lists a box of 20 bags of 45 g; Van Dijk Groothandel lists a 1 kg bag of Provençale.
- Flavour and packaging format do not, by themselves, substantiate a reduced-fat claim.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells cocktail nuts under its own brand, including the Cocktail variant.
- The product page lets you check the product identity of the AH variant.
- Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as ingredients and nutritional information may change.
Jumbo
Jumbo sells cocktail nuts under its own brand.
- The range includes packs of 300 g and a 500 g multipack.
- Pack size doesn’t tell you whether a variant contains less fat or is suitable for attendees with allergies.
Lidl
Lidl is a retailer with a listing for cocktail nuts; a Duyvis listing is an external brand product, not automatically a Lidl own-brand product.
- Check the exact brand and product name when comparing variants for catering.
- A retailer listing alone doesn’t substantiate a fat-reduction claim.
ALDI
ALDI sells cocktail nuts under the Trader Joe's product name.
- The product information lists Bacon-cheese, Poesta and Paprika in 300 g bags.
- The flavour and contents of the bag don’t show that a variant contains less fat.
PLUS
PLUS sells own-brand cocktail nuts, including Mild and Oriental style in 300 g bags.
- PLUS labels Mild as vegetarian and Oriental style as vegan.
- The labels apply to each variant and don’t replace checking the ingredients and allergens; according to its ingredients list, Mild contains peanuts, wheat, celery and milk, among other things.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need to provide allergen information for cocktail nuts served in open bowls?
Yes. Make allergen information available for unpackaged products. The NVWA says this information must be provided to consumers in another way; if you give it verbally, make it clear that attendees can ask for it.
Are vegan cocktail nuts automatically suitable for someone with a peanut allergy?
No. A vegan label is not allergen information. Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant; dietary labels don’t automatically apply to other flavours in the same range.
How should you store an opened bag of cocktail nuts?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for your chosen variant. For the 1 kg bag of Duyvis Provençale, Van Dijk Groothandel recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and keeping it in a light- and airtight container after opening.
How many cocktail nuts should you serve per attendee?
Decide on the quantity based on your serving plan; these packaging examples don’t establish a standard conference portion. Van Dijk Groothandel uses a 30 g serving as the basis for the nutritional values of the 1 kg bag of Provençale, while HANOS lists an individual 45 g bag.