Choose a small jar or shaker jar if guests will use aniseed sprinkles in small amounts, a medium-sized jar for self-service at the table, and a larger jar mainly for refills. Check that the jar is suitable for food contact, that the opening is easy to use and that you can keep the sprinkles dry. A 330 g pack won’t automatically fit in a 330 ml jar, so try the pack you’ve chosen in the jar beforehand.
A small jar or shaker lid is a good place to start if you’re serving aniseed sprinkles on crispbread, yoghurt or a snack. Make sure the sprinkles can pass through the opening, so guests don’t have to put their hands in the jar.
A medium-sized jar keeps the sprinkles within easy reach without taking a large storage jar to the table. If you’d rather refill less often, try a larger size; a test fill will show you how much of your chosen pack fits.
A sealable jar is useful when you have sprinkles left over. If they’ll come into direct contact with the sprinkles, choose a jar intended for food use and keep the jar and lid clean and undamaged, especially for professional self-service.
First decide how guests will pick up or sprinkle the aniseed sprinkles. Then choose the capacity and check the food-contact information and seal before use.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portioning and sprinkling | Check the opening or shaker lid and see whether the sprinkles come out easily. | If I want to sprinkle aniseed sprinkles over crispbread or snacks, I want to serve small amounts without making a mess. For around 42% of consumers, easy portioning is the top priority. |
| Capacity on the table | Compare the stated capacity in ml and try the jar with the pack you’ll be using. | When there are several guests at the table, I don’t want to keep refilling the jar, but I don’t want to put an awkwardly large one on the table either. For around 33% of consumers, table capacity is the main consideration. |
| Storage and food contact | Check that the jar is intended for food contact, along with its seal and care instructions. | If there are sprinkles left over, I want to be able to store them in a clean jar and keep them dry. Around 25% of consumers give this storage consideration the highest priority. |
The pack gives the weight; the jar capacity is a volume. The space between the sprinkles and the shape of the jar also affect how much will fit.
Try the chosen pack in the jar before buying several jars or setting the table.
A glass finish doesn’t confirm that a jar is intended for direct contact with food. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that products intended to come into contact with food must meet certain requirements in the Netherlands.
Choose a jar sold as a product for food contact and keep the accompanying product information.
The De Ruijter pack reviewed states that the sprinkles should be stored in a dry place. An open jar won’t protect its contents while they’re being served.
Put out the amount you need for the table and keep the rest in a clean, closed jar. Before use, also check the rim and lid for damage.
For the pink-and-white De Ruijter sprinkles reviewed, Albert Heijn lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Once the sprinkles are in a separate jar, this allergen information is no longer visible.
Keep the current pack with the storage jar, so the ingredients, allergen information and best-before date remain available.
Aniseed sprinkles for crispbread and decorative toppings, among other uses. For the pink-and-white pack reviewed, PLUS lists a weight of 330 g and around 22 servings.
Glass jars in a range of nominal capacities, from small serving sizes to larger jars for storage or refills.
Glass jars for storage and preserving, among other uses, with a range of lid and sealing systems.
Kilner’s 250 ml Storage Jar & Shaker is designed for dry foods and has two shaker openings.
These jars offer different ways to put smaller amounts on the table or store sprinkles separately. For each jar, check the latest food-contact information and try it with the sprinkles you want to serve to see how much it holds and whether the opening works for you.
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A larger size to consider as a separate storage jar. The product name states a capacity of 1.7 l and a stainless steel lid; check the opening and food-contact information before storing sprinkles in it.
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Four separate jars are an option if you want to put sprinkles in more than one place. The product name gives the dimensions as 7 × 5 cm; check the capacity of each jar, the opening and the food-contact information before deciding on portions.
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Two jars can be useful if you want to refill a table jar from a separate one. The product name states a capacity of 700 ml per jar and a clip-top lid with a silicone seal; test how much fits and check the food-contact and cleaning instructions before use. Don’t assume they’re dishwasher-safe unless this is confirmed.
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A smaller size to consider for serving sprinkles at the table. The product name lists a capacity of 350 ml, a lid and a spoon; check that the opening and spoon are easy to use with sprinkles, and that the jar is intended for direct food contact.
You can’t work this out from the pack weight alone. A small jar is a good starting point for toppings, a jar of around 450–500 ml for serving at the table, and a larger jar for storage or refills. Before your snack night, check whether your pack fits in the jar you’ve chosen.
Yes. If the sprinkles will come into direct contact with the jar, choose one intended for food contact. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that products intended for this kind of use in the Netherlands must meet the requirements of the Commodities Act Decree on Packaging and Consumer Products.
Keep the sprinkles dry and use a clean, undamaged jar. Seal any leftovers between servings. For professional use, it’s also important to keep items that come into contact with food clean and in good condition, as the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority points out.
Keep the information from the pack you used to hand. For the pink-and-white De Ruijter sprinkles reviewed, Albert Heijn lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the current ingredients and allergen information on your pack before guests help themselves.
