Who is this choice relevant to?

Shoppers who put Fairtrade first

You want to check that the chocolate product you choose contains Fairtrade cocoa, rather than relying on a general claim made by the retailer.

Travellers looking for anise topping

You want to eat De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes on bread, crispbread or yoghurt, and are looking for a way to take a portion with you without spilling loose grains.

Travellers who check ingredients

You want to read the current packaging before setting off, particularly because De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are labelled as containing wheat and gluten-containing cereals.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you’re looking for anise topping or chocolate with a Fairtrade claim for the specific product. Then consider how you want to eat it on the train and check the ingredients on the packaging.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters most to
Fairtrade cocoa Check whether the product you’ve chosen contains cocoa and whether Fairtrade appears on the current packaging or is stated for that specific variety. If Fairtrade cocoa is my deciding factor, I don’t want to rely on a retailer’s claim about a different product. Around 43% of shoppers put this product-specific check first.
Eating on the go Decide whether you’re taking De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes to eat on bread or crispbread, and how you’ll seal the portion. If you want to eat on the go without spilling loose grains, you’ll need a suitable portion; around 29% of shoppers put this convenience first.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current packaging: Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and gluten-containing cereals for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. If I need to avoid wheat or gluten, I want to check the packaging before taking anything with me. Around 28% of shoppers put this ingredients check first.

Things to watch out for on the go

  • Mistaking De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes for Fairtrade chocolate

    The ingredients lists for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes at Albert Heijn and Jumbo mention anise seeds, but not cocoa. A Fairtrade claim on another product from the same retailer doesn’t apply to these Muisjes.

    If you’re looking for Fairtrade cocoa, check the claim on the chocolate product you’re actually buying.

  • Taking loose Muisjes without a container

    De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are intended as a topping; loose grains are harder to handle on the go. NS asks passengers to put their rubbish in the bin.

    Take a portion in a securely sealed container, perhaps already on bread or crispbread, and dispose of the packaging after you’ve eaten.

  • Relying on an old ingredients list

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and gluten-containing cereals for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. That’s why it’s important to check the information on the product you’re buying.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging, especially if you need to avoid wheat or gluten.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g are sweetened anise seeds for topping bread, crispbread and yoghurt, among other things.

  • Albert Heijn and Jumbo provide ingredient information for this product, including details about wheat and gluten-containing cereals.
  • The listed ingredients do not include cocoa, so if you’re looking for Fairtrade cocoa, check a separate chocolate product.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and also has its own policy on cocoa in own-brand products.

  • According to Albert Heijn, cocoa in its own-brand products is Rainforest Alliance- or Fairtrade-certified.
  • This statement about own-brand cocoa doesn’t make De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes Fairtrade chocolate. Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade are also separate certifications.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists both De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and separate chocolate products in its Fairtrade category.

  • Jumbo includes Fairtrade Original Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in this category.
  • A Fairtrade claim for chocolate sprinkles doesn’t automatically apply to De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; check the packaging of the product you choose.

Lidl

Lidl describes the cocoa supply chain for its Way To Go chocolate as an option for anyone looking for Fairtrade cocoa.

  • According to Lidl, the cocoa for this range comes from Ghana, and an additional premium is paid on top of the Fairtrade premium.
  • The description of Way To Go doesn’t automatically apply to other chocolate or sprinkles sold at Lidl.

ALDI

ALDI lists Moser Roth chocolate as an option for shoppers looking for a product with an explicit Fairtrade claim.

  • ALDI lists Moser Roth dark chocolate with 85% cocoa and a weight of 125 g as Fairtrade-certified.
  • ALDI also mentions other certification schemes for cocoa. So check the Fairtrade claim for the specific variety.

Chocolate for the journey at Joybuy

This chocolate bar is an alternative if you’d rather have chocolate than anise topping on the train. The product description mentions Fairtrade; before buying, check whether this claim also appears on the current packaging for this variety.

Tony's Chocolonely Milk Pecan Caramel chocolate bar, 180 g

Tony's Chocolonely Milk Pecan Caramel chocolate bar 180 g

A chocolate bar to take with you instead of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes if anise topping isn’t what you’re after.

The product description mentions Fairtrade. Check this claim on the current packaging for this variety, and read the ingredients and allergen information there before taking the bar with you.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes Fairtrade chocolate?

De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are anise topping, not a chocolate product, according to the ingredients lists at Albert Heijn and Jumbo. These list ingredients including anise seeds and wheat starch, but no cocoa. If you’re looking for Fairtrade cocoa, choose a chocolate product with a claim for the specific variety.

How can I identify a Fairtrade chocolate alternative?

Check that Fairtrade is explicitly stated on the packaging or in the current product listing for the chocolate you choose. For example, ALDI lists Moser Roth dark chocolate with 85% cocoa as Fairtrade-certified; make sure you check that exact variety.

How can I take De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes on the train?

Take De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a sealed portion, preferably with the bread or crispbread you plan to eat them on. This helps keep the grains together. Put your rubbish in the bin in line with NS’s rules.

Which allergens are listed for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes?

Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and gluten-containing cereals for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g. If you need to avoid these ingredients, read the packaging of the product you’re buying, as product information can change.