Festival-goers who want to share
If everyone can take a sealed bag, you won’t have to keep dividing up a large, opened bag. Check the number of bags, the amount in each one and the flavours in the box.
Who is a multipack useful for?
Campers planning for a group
For several snack breaks, both the number of portions and the total weight matter. Fifteen small bags won’t necessarily contain as much as fifteen larger portions.
Shoppers who need to check allergens
A variety pack may contain snacks with different ingredients. Before you set off, check the information on the pack you’ve bought and, if necessary, check each individual bag.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by thinking about the number of people and snack breaks, then compare the amount per portion and what’s in the variety pack. That way, the number of bags won’t tell you more than the packaging actually promises.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | Count the individual bags and check the weight of each one; also see whether the box contains snacks other than crisps. | I want to be able to give everyone something sealed without dividing up a big bag. Around 42% of consumers say easy sharing is their top priority. |
| Quantity for the group | Compare the total weight with the number of bags and the planned snack breaks. | I want to know in advance whether the box contains enough portions for my group. For around 33% of consumers, quantity is their main concern. |
| Ingredients and variety pack | Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack and, for a variety pack, on the individual snacks. | If not everyone can eat the same ingredients, I need to be able to check what’s in each variety. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all flavours have the same ingredients
A box of assorted crisps and corn snacks may contain different ingredients and allergens in each variety. The Lay's Party Mix described by Jumbo lists milk; cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat may also be relevant.
Check the current outer packaging and the information on the individual snacks before sharing them with the group.
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Comparing only the number of bags
Fifteen 25 g bags contain less in total than fifteen 27.5 g bags. So the number of portions doesn’t tell you how many crisps you’ll be taking.
Check both the number of bags and the weight of each one, then choose an amount that suits the people and snack breaks you have in mind.
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Planning to have crisps as a full camping meal
A bag of crisps is a snack, not a meal plan for a full day at the campsite.
Plan your meals separately. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends choosing products with a longer shelf life for camping.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Lay's
For anyone who wants to share out individual portions in a range of flavours. Examples described by Jumbo and Albert Heijn include a Party Mix with 15 bags and a Mega Box with 20 portions.
- The varieties described combine different crisps and corn snacks.
- Check the ingredients for the exact variety pack: milk and the possible presence of cereals containing gluten, soya or wheat may be relevant.
Pringles
The Original 12-pack described by Albert Heijn consists of twelve individual 40 g tubes. This is a different type of pack from bags of crisps.
- The product page says the tubes are resealable.
- The Original variety described contains wheat or gluten; milk and soya may also be present. Check the variety you buy.
Jumbo
According to Jumbo, the Jumbo Paprika & Original Crisps Sharing Bags pack contains fifteen 25 g bags and offers two flavours.
- The number of bags and portion size make it easy to plan for a group.
- The sharing pack described contains milk; check the label if this is relevant to anyone in your group.
Lidl / Snack Day
Lidl describes a multipack with fifteen bags, available to buy in store.
- The number of bags is clear from the outset.
- In store, check the weight, ingredients and allergens on the current packaging before comparing it with other variety packs.
Smiths
Jumbo lists Smiths Barbecue and Paprika Sticks in individual 100 g bags. These aren’t the same as a multipack of small sharing portions.
- An individual bag may suit you if you’d rather take just one flavour.
- Check the pack size separately if individual portions for the group are important.
Multipacks with individual portions at Joybuy
These packs are a good fit if you’re looking for crisps in individual portions for festival camping. Compare the number of bags and the choice of flavours. The Pringles pack below contains bags, not the Original pack with resealable tubes.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box Crisps, 2 × 15 bags
A good option if you want to hand out individual bags and take a selection of snacks.
Check the labels for the exact variety in this pack: the product information lists milk and the possible presence of gluten, soya and wheat.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box Crisps, 15 bags
For a group looking for small, individually shareable bags and a mix of varieties.
The product information lists milk and the possible presence of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat; check the current packaging.
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Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box, 20 portions
The larger number of individual portions can be useful when you’re sharing with more people and want to offer a range of snacks.
If everyone needs a similar amount, check how the portion sizes are split on the packaging. Milk and soya are listed in the product information.
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Pringles Hot & Spicy Crunchy Crisps, 12 × 40 g
For anyone who wants to share out twelve individual portions of one spicy flavour rather than a variety pack.
These are bags, not resealable tubes. Check the allergen information on the current packaging for your group.
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Lay's Doritos Chill Box, 12 bags
A variety pack for anyone who wants to share out twelve individual bags of different snacks.
If the quantity matters, check the weight of each bag on the packaging, and check the allergens in each variety for your group.
Frequently asked questions
Are individual bags of crisps more convenient than one large bag at a festival campsite?
Individual bags are handy if you want to share out crisps per person or take them with you separately. Check the weight of each bag too: the multipacks described include portions of 25 g, 27.5 g and 40 g.
How should I store a crisps multipack at the campsite?
Keep the packaging and unopened bags somewhere cool and dry, away from moisture and direct sunlight. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises choosing products with a longer shelf life for camping; also follow the instructions on the packaging you take with you.
Do I need to check each bag in a variety pack for allergens?
Yes. Check the information on the exact pack and on each variety in the mix. The Lay's Party Mix described by Jumbo lists milk, and cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat may also be relevant. Don’t assume that every flavour has the same ingredients.