Who are these sprits for?

Fans of sprits with dark chocolate

You’re looking for sprits that are explicitly labelled as containing dark chocolate. A general description such as ‘choco’ doesn’t tell you enough.

Families shopping for several occasions

You compare the pack size and the number of stated portions to work out how many packs to add to your shopping.

Households checking allergens

Your choice depends on the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

When buying chocolate sprits for a big family shop, the right option mainly comes down to the type of chocolate you want, the amount in each pack and the label.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Dark chocolate Look for the words ‘dark chocolate’, and distinguish the proportion of chocolate in the sprits from the cocoa content of that chocolate. If you specifically want dark chocolate, ‘choco’ in the product name isn’t clear enough. For around 40% of consumers, an explicit description is the top priority.
Amount per pack Compare the weight in grams and, where shown, the portions on a like-for-like basis. If you’re buying for several occasions, you’ll want to know how many sprits you’ll have at home. For around 30% of consumers, the amount in each pack comes first.
Allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack, including any warnings about traces. If someone in your household needs to avoid an allergen, check first that the label meets their needs. This is the most important buying requirement for around 30% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing the proportion of dark chocolate with its cocoa content

    The 18% listed by Jumbo and PLUS and the 15% listed by Albert Heijn refer to the proportion of dark chocolate in the whole biscuit. They don’t tell you how much cocoa that chocolate contains.

    If you have a minimum cocoa percentage in mind, check the pack or ask the manufacturer for details of the chocolate used.

  • Confusing a milk chocolate coating with dark chocolate

    The product description for Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade mentions chocolate pieces and a milk chocolate coating. That’s not the same as an explicitly stated dark chocolate coating.

    If dark chocolate is your main flavour preference, check the type of chocolate on the pack.

  • Relying only on online allergen information

    Product information can change. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.

    Before eating, check the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the pack you actually bought.

  • Assuming an old product listing means it’s available

    Jumbo says that Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade is no longer part of its online range. So a product description doesn’t confirm that you can order it.

    Check that the exact option you want is available before planning your family shop.

Brands worth comparing

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its Dark Chocolate Sprits in a 200 g pack.

  • The product information states that they contain 18% dark chocolate and provide 15 portions.
  • The 18% refers to the proportion of chocolate in the sprits, not the cocoa content of the chocolate. Check the label too: the product information lists wheat, egg, milk and soya, among other ingredients.

PLUS

PLUS describes its 200 g chocolate sprits as containing 18% dark chocolate.

  • The product description clearly states the type of chocolate and its proportion in the whole product.
  • The 18% figure doesn’t tell you the cocoa content of the chocolate used. Check the allergens on the current pack.

Albert Heijn

AH Choco Sprits are butter sprits with 15% dark chocolate, in a 180 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn lists 25% butter and five portions of 36 g.
  • The pack contains 20 g less than the packs listed by Jumbo and PLUS. Check the label if the type of chocolate or allergens are deciding factors.

Verkade

According to its product description, Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade combines chocolate pieces with a milk chocolate coating.

  • The description distinguishes the milk chocolate coating from a dark chocolate coating.
  • Jumbo says this option is no longer part of its online range. Check availability if this is the product you’re looking for.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘dark chocolate’ mean the sprits have a high cocoa content?

No. That description alone doesn’t confirm a specific cocoa percentage. The 18% listed by Jumbo and PLUS and the 15% listed by Albert Heijn refer to the proportion of dark chocolate in the biscuit. If you’re looking for a minimum cocoa percentage, check the pack or ask the manufacturer for details of the chocolate.

Which pack is best for a big family shop?

The sprits listed by Jumbo and PLUS each contain 200 g, while AH Choco Sprits contain 180 g. Jumbo also lists 15 portions, and Albert Heijn lists five portions of 36 g. Use the pack size and stated portions to work out how many packs you need, without treating different portion sizes as equivalent.

How should I store chocolate sprits?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you choose. Jumbo says to store its Dark Chocolate Sprits in a cool, dry, dark place; Albert Heijn says to store AH Choco Sprits in a cool, dark, dry place and to close the pack tightly after use.

Should I check the allergens on the pack?

Yes, read the allergen information on the pack you buy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says this information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Albert Heijn notes that online product information can change.