If you want to serve them neatly on the table
A small portion of aniseed sprinkles should fit between the cups and be easy to reach. Jumbo and Albert Heijn describe aniseed sprinkles as a topping and decoration; it’s up to you how much you put out.
Which jar is practical for you?
If you’d also like to use the same jar for storage
After coffee, you’ll want to put the aniseed sprinkles away with the lid on. The Jumbo and Albert Heijn product pages we checked say to store them in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing food in sealed containers or tins.
If you want to tell guests about the ingredients
Keep the packaging handy when serving so you can check the details. The Jumbo product page for De Ruijter pink and white aniseed sprinkles and the Albert Heijn page for De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the current packaging for the variety you’re serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how much you want to serve at once and whether the jar will also need to go in the cupboard afterwards. Then check the opening, the lid and whether the jar is suitable for food contact.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Serving a small portion | Check the capacity in millilitres, how much table space the jar takes up and whether the opening is wide enough for a spoon. | If I want to put aniseed sprinkles between the cups, the jar should be easy to pass around without taking up too much room. Around 33% of consumers prioritise compact serving. |
| Keeping them dry | Check that the lid fits securely and follow the storage advice on the packaging; don’t assume the jar is airtight just because of its shape. | I don’t want to put an open jar in the cupboard after coffee; I want to keep the aniseed sprinkles covered. Keeping them dry is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and food contact | Read the current label on the aniseed sprinkles and check the jar for a food-contact marking and any usage restrictions. | When I’m serving guests, I want to be able to check the ingredients and know whether the jar is intended for direct contact with food. Around 25% of consumers put this check first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming the packet weight tells you the jar capacity
Jumbo lists a 330 g packet of De Ruijter pink and white aniseed sprinkles; Albert Heijn lists 270 g for the crushed variety. These weights don’t tell you how many millilitres of space a full packet will take up in a jar.
Choose a jar based on the amount you want to serve. If you want to decant a whole packet, use a suitable measuring jug or a jar you already have to check how much space your packet takes up before buying.
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Assuming a decorative jar is suitable for food
The fact that a jar is made of glass doesn’t, by itself, tell you whether the jar and lid are intended for food use.
Check the product information and any usage restrictions. According to EUR-Lex, kitchenware that hasn’t yet come into contact with food must be marked as suitable for food contact or carry the glass-and-fork symbol if its intended use isn’t clear.
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Throwing away the packaging before guests have seen the information
The Jumbo and Albert Heijn product pages for the pink and white and crushed De Ruijter varieties we checked list wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Read the current packaging before serving and keep it to hand in case guests ask about ingredients or allergens.
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Assuming a decorative lid seals the jar
The aniseed sprinkle products we checked carry the storage instruction ‘Store in a dry place’. A lid resting on a jar isn’t necessarily a seal you can rely on for storage.
Check how the lid on the specific jar closes. Use an open jar for serving, then store the remaining aniseed sprinkles according to the instructions on the packaging.
Relevant brands and retailers
De Ruijter
The brand of aniseed sprinkles you can serve in a jar, not of a glass jar featured here.
- Jumbo lists De Ruijter pink and white, blue and white, festive and crushed aniseed sprinkles in 270 g and 330 g packets.
- The product pages we checked list wheat and cereals containing gluten; check the packaging for your variety.
Albert Heijn
A retailer with product information about 270 g packs of De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles.
- The product page lists ingredients and allergens, among other details, and advises storing the product in a dry place.
- This product information describes the aniseed sprinkles, not the features of a specific glass jar.
Jumbo
A retailer with a category for aniseed sprinkles and product information about 330 g packs of De Ruijter pink and white aniseed sprinkles.
- The category features four De Ruijter varieties; the product page for the pink and white variety lists wheat, cereals containing gluten and the instruction to store in a dry place.
- The product information about the aniseed sprinkles doesn’t specify what jar capacity you need for a full packet.
Glass jars and storage containers at Joybuy
These glass jars and storage containers are options for serving a portion of aniseed sprinkles, and, if they have a suitable seal, for storing the rest after coffee. A storage container has a different shape from a storage jar, so compare the opening and the space available on your table. For every model, check that it’s marked as suitable for food contact, and don’t assume its stated capacity means it will hold a full packet.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, set of 2 × 700 ml
Two separate jars can be handy if you want to put one on the table and keep the other aside. The product name specifies 700 ml per jar and a lid with a silicone ring and clips; it also says the jars aren’t dishwasher-safe. Check the opening and food-contact marking before buying.
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5five clear glass storage container, 0.53 l
A storage container is an option if you want to put a covered portion on the table and don’t specifically need a round storage jar. The product name specifies clear glass and a capacity of 0.53 l. Check that its shape, opening and lid suit the way you plan to serve and store the aniseed sprinkles.
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Alpina glass storage container, 620 ml, clear/red
This storage container could suit you if you’d rather present aniseed sprinkles in a container than a tall jar. The product name specifies borosilicate glass and a capacity of 620 ml. Check the opening and lid if you want to serve with a spoon and put the container away afterwards.
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Alpina glass storage container set, 12 pieces, 3 sizes, green
Different sizes can be useful if you want to set aside a portion separately from the rest. The product name specifies a 12-piece set in three sizes. Before buying, check how many storage containers the set actually includes and the capacity of each one.
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YumiPLUS Inspired glass jars, set of 3
Three jars give you the option of keeping a serving portion separate, provided they’re the right size. Check the capacity and opening of each jar, how the lid closes and whether the jars are intended for food contact. The word ‘airtight’ in the product name alone isn’t enough to assume the jars will keep food fresh.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to store aniseed sprinkles in a dry place after opening?
Yes. The Jumbo and Albert Heijn product pages for the De Ruijter varieties we checked say ‘Store in a dry place’. After serving, put the aniseed sprinkles away according to the instructions on the packaging and check the best-before date there. A lid isn’t necessarily airtight.
Does a glass jar need to be labelled as suitable for food contact?
If its intended use isn’t clear, kitchenware that hasn’t yet come into contact with food must have a food-contact marking or the glass-and-fork symbol, under the EU rule described by EUR-Lex. Check the specific jar for any usage restrictions that apply to the jar and lid.
What should I check if a guest avoids gluten?
Before serving, read the current packaging for the aniseed sprinkles you’re using. According to the Jumbo and Albert Heijn product pages, the pink and white and crushed De Ruijter varieties we checked list wheat and cereals containing gluten; don’t assume the ingredients from the glass jar.