The organiser buying for a group
You want to put out enough crisps for several players. So compare the net weight of the packs before deciding how many bags you’ll need.
Who is this choice relevant to?
The organiser catering for different tastes
You might want to offer more than one flavour or type of crisp. Find out what variety the players actually want, rather than judging by the number of different packs alone.
The organiser who needs to check labels
You’re considering guests’ ingredients, allergies or dietary requirements. Check the current packaging for each flavour you choose; claims for one variety don’t automatically apply to another.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you’re sharing one flavour or offering individual portions. Then check the pack size and, where necessary, the label for each option.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity for the group | Compare the net weight in grams and decide how many packs you want to open. | If several players are sharing the same flavour, I want to know whether there’s enough in the bag. Around 40% of consumers put quantity for the group first. |
| Flavour and type of crisp | Choose the flavours you actually want to offer, then decide whether a bag, tube or sticks will suit the table. | When tastes differ, I don’t want to rely on just one flavour. Around 30% of consumers put variety of flavour and shape first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for each variety you choose. | If a guest has an allergy or dietary requirement, I want to know exactly what’s in those crisps. For around 20% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority. |
| Individual portions | For a multipack, check the number of bags and the weight of each one. | I want to be able to portion out the snacks in advance, rather than have everyone dip into the same bag. Around 10% of consumers prioritise individual portions. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a label claim applies to all crisps
Albert Heijn describes AH Chips Paprika 250 g as gluten-free, vegan and lactose-free. That doesn’t tell you anything about other flavours or brands, and product information can change too.
If anyone has an allergy or dietary requirement, check the current packaging for each individual variety.
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Assuming the number of small bags tells you the total quantity
A multipack tells you how many bags it contains, but that number alone doesn’t tell you how many crisps you’ll have for the group.
Check the weight of each bag and the total net weight before comparing the multipack with a larger bag.
Brands compared
Albert Heijn
The supermarket’s own brand offers, among other things, paprika crisps in a 250 g pack.
- According to Albert Heijn’s product information, AH Chips Paprika 250 g is gluten-free, vegan and lactose-free.
- These claims apply to that specific variety. Check the current packaging before taking dietary requirements or allergies into account.
Jumbo
The supermarket’s own brand offers plain crisps for anyone who wants to share a classic flavour.
- Jumbo lists Chips Naturel in a 250 g bag, among other products.
- Check the pack size and ingredients of the specific bag you choose; another variety may differ.
Lidl Snack Day
Snack Day is Lidl’s own snack range, with a variety of crisp flavours.
- The range includes plain, paprika, Bolognese and cheese and onion flavours, among others.
- For ingredients and allergens, read the label for the flavour you’ve chosen rather than relying on the range name alone.
Lay's
Lay's offers classic crisps and other flavour ranges for groups who like to mix things up.
- As well as plain and paprika, the range includes lines such as MAX, Sensations and Oven Baked.
- Packaging, ingredients and nutritional information can vary between varieties.
Pringles
Pringles Original is a tube-packed option if you want to serve stackable crisps.
- The tube and uniform shape set this option apart from a standard bag of crisps.
- Check that the size of the tube you choose is suitable for the number of players.
Smiths
Smiths Sticks offer a different type of snack for the game table.
- Jumbo lists Sticks Barbecue and Sticks Paprika in 100 g packs.
- Sticks aren’t the same as regular potato crisps, so choose them if that’s the type you want to offer.
Crisps and snack multipacks on Joybuy
These packs give you a choice between bags of crisps to share and multipacks of individual bags. Compare the contents of each pack and choose flavours to suit the players.
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Lay's, Cheetos and Doritos Mega Box multipack, 20 pieces
A multipack for a group looking to offer a variety of snacks. The pack contains 20 pieces; check the net weight and the labels on the individual products.
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Lay's Paprika Crisps, 300 g
A bag to share if the group fancies paprika crisps. The net weight is 300 g; check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.
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Lay's Family Box, 15 pieces
Individual bags can be handy if you want to portion out snacks in advance. The box contains 15 pieces; check the weight of each bag and the label on every variety you choose.
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Croky Paprika Crisps, 200 g
A paprika option for a group that wants to share one flavour. The bag contains 200 g; use this as a guide to how many bags you’ll need for your group.
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g'woon Ridged Paprika Crisps, 250 g
Ridged crisps to share if your group fancies paprika flavour. The bag contains 250 g; check the current packaging if anyone has an allergy or dietary requirement.
Frequently asked questions
Which pack is best for a board game night?
A larger bag works well if everyone wants to share the same flavour; individual bags are handy if you want to portion out snacks in advance. Either way, check the net weight so you can choose enough packs for your group.
Are all crisps vegan or gluten-free?
No, don’t assume they are. Albert Heijn lists these qualities for AH Chips Paprika 250 g, but that doesn’t mean they apply to other crisps. If anyone has dietary requirements, read the current packaging for the variety you’re buying.
What should I check on the label when guests are sharing?
Above all, check the ingredients and allergens for each variety you choose. The net weight will also help you plan quantities; according to the EU information on Your Europe, prepacked foods also display nutritional information.
How should I store an opened bag of crisps?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Jumbo advises storing Lay's Naturel in a cool, dry place; reseal an opened pack according to the product instructions.