Gamers comparing kcal
If you want to keep eating cocktail nuts but compare varieties fairly, check the energy per 100 g and make sure you’re looking at the exact flavour and pack.
Who is this guide for?
Gamers keeping an eye on portions
If you mainly want to limit how much you eat during a gaming session, weigh out a portion beforehand. The Voedingscentrum gives 133 kcal per 25 g as an example for the category.
Snackers with food allergies
If you have a food allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The Duyvis Provençale variety reviewed lists peanuts and wheat, and warns that other allergens may also be present.
What should you look for in cocktail nuts for gaming?
If you want to eat the same amount, compare the kcal per 100 g of the exact varieties. If you want to stick with a familiar flavour, weigh out how much you’ll have during your gaming session beforehand. The Voedingscentrum gives 133 kcal per 25 g as an example for the category.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Which consumers is this important for? |
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| Fewer kcal for the same amount | Compare kcal per 100 g within the same product category, checking the exact flavour and pack. | If I want to eat the same number of grams, I compare the energy values of the varieties; around 42% of consumers prioritise kcal per 100 g. |
| A set portion for a gaming session | Weigh out the amount you want and keep it separate from the rest of the pack. | I want to have a set amount while gaming and stick with my favourite variety; around 33% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| The savoury flavour you want | Start by choosing a flavour you want to eat, then compare the nutritional values of those varieties. | If flavour is my priority, I choose based on that and adjust the amount if needed; an estimated 17% of consumers prioritise keeping the flavour they enjoy. |
| Suitable for a food allergy | Read the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the pack of the exact variety. | If I have a food allergy, I first check whether the variety is suitable for me; around 8% of consumers prioritise allergy suitability. |
Common buying mistakes
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Mistaking a lower kcal figure per portion for fewer kcal per 100 g
A difference in the stated portion size could explain the difference in calories, without the product containing less energy per gram.
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g first, then calculate them for the amount you’ll weigh out.
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Assuming ‘no artificial colours’ means fewer calories
Duyvis mentions this feature for Cocktail, but it doesn’t tell you how much energy the variety contains.
Base your comparison on the nutritional values of the exact variety, not on an individual ingredient claim.
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Assuming a small bag is one snack portion
The amount in a pack and the amount you eat while gaming are two different things.
Decide how much you want and weigh it out before opening the bag.
Brands and own-label options to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cocktail as cocktail nuts and lists several pack sizes.
- The official product information lists packs of 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g.
- The description ‘no artificial colours’ does not prove a lower calorie content.
Albert Heijn
The AH own-label range includes Cocktail and Oriental cocktail nuts.
- The product information distinguishes between the flavour varieties listed.
- Albert Heijn warns that ingredients and nutritional values can change, so check the current pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes a Cocktail variety in a 300 g pack.
- The product description mentions peanuts with a crispy coating.
- This description does not confirm whether its calorie content differs from other varieties.
Lidl
Lidl lists cocktail nuts in its range.
- The range information confirms that the product category is available.
- Check the exact flavour, pack and nutritional values of the product you’re considering.
TRADER JOE'S bij ALDI
ALDI sells cocktail nuts under the TRADER JOE'S brand.
- The information reviewed lists Cocktail and a 300 g range with Poesta, Paprika and Bacon Cheese flavours.
- A 300 g bag is not the same as a weighed snack portion.
PLUS
The PLUS own-label range includes Shanghai and Ham Cheese cocktail nuts in 300 g bags.
- The product information distinguishes between the flavours listed and their pack sizes.
- The vegetarian label and Nutri-Score C for Ham Cheese do not, on their own, tell you how many kcal the variety contains per 100 g.
Cocktail nuts at Joybuy
This selection includes cocktail nuts in a range of savoury flavours. To compare calorie content, check the kcal per 100 g of the exact varieties; a flavour description doesn’t indicate a lower energy content.
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Duyvis Cocktail Nuts Poeta - 275g
A good choice if you’re after a savoury, seasoned cocktail nut.
The product description lists 51% peanuts and a savoury herb and spice mix.
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Duyvis Oriental Cocktail Nuts - 275 g
A good choice if you’re after a savoury cocktail nut with a curry flavour.
The product description mentions a crispy coating, mild curry flavour and 49% peanuts.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale - 125 g
A good choice if you want to portion out a serving in advance and enjoy a Provençal flavour.
The product description lists 30 g portions and a crispy coating with onion and garlic flavour.
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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika - 275 g
A good choice if you’re after a savoury snack with a BBQ paprika flavour.
The product description mentions a double coating and BBQ paprika flavour.
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g'woon Cocktail Nuts BBQ Paprika - 300g
A good choice if you’re after a BBQ paprika flavour and want to compare energy for the same amount.
The product information lists 513 kcal per 100 g and 48% peanuts. Compare its energy value with that of the exact other variety.
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate the calories in your own portion?
Multiply the number of grams by the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack, then divide by 100. Using the Voedingscentrum’s category example of 133 kcal per 25 g, a 20 g portion comes to 106.4 kcal. When shopping, use the nutritional value shown on the exact pack.
Which is more useful: choosing a different variety or having less?
If you want to keep eating the same amount, compare the kcal per 100 g of the exact varieties. If you want to stick with your favourite flavour, you can weigh out a smaller portion; having less doesn’t change the energy value per gram.
Is a smaller bag automatically a suitable snack portion?
No. The amount in the bag and the amount you have during a gaming session aren’t the same. Weigh out your chosen portion separately and bear the nutritional value per 100 g in mind.
Are cocktail nuts suitable if you have a peanut or wheat allergy?
The Duyvis Provençale variety reviewed contains peanuts and wheat, so it isn’t suitable for anyone allergic to those ingredients. Check other varieties separately for ingredients and warnings; the NVWA explains that allergens must be clearly shown on the label.
Are the nutritional values on the pack exact for every flavour?
No. According to the EU guidance, nutritional values are averages based on analysis or calculation. So compare the information for the exact flavour and pack you’re considering.