Who are these packs for?

Value shoppers who plan how much they’ll use

You’re planning coffee breaks for several people or days and want the net weight to match how much you expect to use. For example, Jumbo lists cocktail peanut packs of 300 g and 500 g.

Small households and occasional snackers

You want to choose an amount that suits how much you’ll eat and how you can store it. Smaller bags and the Duyvis Provencale 2-pack listed by Albert Heijn offer different pack options.

Shoppers with flavour preferences or dietary requirements

You’re looking for a particular flavour or need to check the ingredients and allergens. Duyvis describes Provencale as having an onion and garlic flavour; PLUS lists peanuts, wheat, milk and celery, among other ingredients, for its Borrelnoten Mild 300 g product.

What should you look for when choosing?

Choose a pack to suit the amount you plan to eat, then check the flavour, storage instructions and ingredients for the exact product.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Net weight for planned breaks Compare the net weight with how much you expect to use. For example, Jumbo lists bags of 300 g and 500 g. If you’re planning several coffee breaks or catering for several people, choose an amount that suits how you’ll use it. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the amount they plan to use.
Opening and storage Check whether the pack suits when you plan to open it, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. If you don’t want to open more than you need at once, choose a pack to suit your household and coffee breaks. Around 29% of consumers prioritise a suitable amount and storage.
Flavour preference Check the exact flavour name and ingredients; flavour descriptions are not independent taste-test results. If you’re looking for a particular flavour, that preference may matter more than pack size. Around 21% of consumers choose flavour as their main consideration.
Nutrition and dietary requirements Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional values on the exact pack. If you’re considering the eaters’ dietary choices or requirements, check the product you’re buying. Around 14% of consumers prioritise suitability for their needs.

What to watch out for when buying

  • Choosing a large pack without planning how much you’ll use

    A larger bag contains more at once, so you may end up with some left over beyond the occasions you planned to eat it.

    Work out how much you need in advance and follow the storage instructions on the specific pack. You could also compare smaller bags or a multipack if they suit the way you’ll use it better.

  • Applying advice about unsalted nuts to cocktail peanuts

    Voedingscentrum discusses unsalted nuts as a dietary choice. Cocktail peanuts are coated products with additional ingredients and may have different nutritional values.

    Consider cocktail peanuts as a separate snack and check the nutritional values for the exact product. Don’t apply conclusions about unsalted nuts to the coating.

  • Relying on a flavour name to check for allergens

    The word ‘mild’ doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for people with allergies. PLUS Borrelnoten Mild 300 g lists peanuts, wheat, milk and celery, among other ingredients.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack, especially if you’re sharing the snack with others.

Brands and retailers to consider

Duyvis

An option if you’re specifically looking for the Provencale flavour or another Duyvis product.

  • Duyvis describes Provencale as having an onion and garlic flavour, and lists different pack options.
  • The flavour description comes from the manufacturer and isn’t an independent taste assessment. Consider each pack separately.

Albert Heijn

A retailer reference for AH Borrelnoten cocktail and the separately listed Duyvis Provencale 2-pack.

  • The product listing distinguishes between the AH cocktail variety and Duyvis’s multipack.
  • The Duyvis 2-pack isn’t an AH own-brand product. Check the packaging for the latest product information.

Jumbo

A retailer reference for cocktail peanuts in a 500 g value pack and a smaller 300 g bag.

  • The product pages list the weights and advise storing the 500 g bag in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • The storage instructions don’t specify how long the product can be kept once opened.

Lidl

A retailer reference with an official product listing for cocktail peanuts.

  • The product listing confirms that cocktail peanuts are included in the range.
  • General information about Lidl Plus coupons doesn’t confirm a specific discount on these cocktail peanuts.

ALDI

A retailer reference for 300 g cocktail peanuts sold under the product name TRADER JOE'S.

  • The Dutch product listing names the Poesta, paprika and bacon-cheese flavours.
  • The listed varieties haven’t been independently taste-tested; refer to the Dutch product information on the specific pack.

PLUS

A retailer reference that includes Borrelnoten Mild 300 g and Ham Kaas 300 g.

  • PLUS provides ingredient, allergen and nutritional information for Borrelnoten Mild 300 g.
  • The allergen information for this mild variety lists milk; a flavour name is no substitute for checking the label.

Cocktail peanuts at Joybuy

This Joybuy pick is a smaller bag of cocktail peanuts for anyone planning to eat a modest amount. Choose a net weight to suit how much you’ll use, and check the product information for allergens.

Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta 275 g

Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta 275 g

The 275 g bag is a smaller pack option for when you’re planning to eat a modest amount.

The product information states that it contains 51% peanuts and lists peanuts, milk, gluten/wheat and celery as allergens. It also mentions that it may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.

Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

How do I work out how many cocktail peanuts to buy for a coffee break?

First, estimate how much each person will eat, then multiply that by the number of people and breaks. Compare the result with the net weight; a 500 g pack doesn’t automatically represent a set number of portions.

How should I store an opened value bag?

Follow the instructions on the exact pack. For the 500 g bag it reviewed, Jumbo advises storing it in a cool, dry, dark place. Voedingscentrum explains that the printed best-before date applies while the pack is unopened, so it doesn’t guarantee a set storage period after opening.

Does ‘mild’ mean these cocktail peanuts are suitable for everyone?

No. PLUS Borrelnoten Mild 300 g lists peanuts, wheat, milk and celery, among other ingredients, and states that other nuts may also be present. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re buying.

What food information must be available online in the Netherlands?

According to Business.gov.nl, labelling information must be in Dutch and also made available online. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergens must be clearly and correctly shown on the label. These general requirements don’t assess whether an individual product page complies.

What should I bear in mind if young children are sharing the snack?

The Duyvis Borrelnootjes Provencale 450 g product page warns that young children can choke on peanuts and nuts. Bear this warning in mind when choosing, and don’t assume the snack is suitable for all ages.