Which serving arrangement works best for you?

Small portions in several places

If you want to serve crushed aniseed sprinkles alongside different dishes, you can divide them between low glass jars. WECK says its 240 ml Sturzglas is also designed for serving.

One jar for guests to help themselves

If you want to put one jar on the table and top it up as needed, consider its capacity, opening and closure. Kilner describes the wide opening of its 500 ml Wide Mouth Preserve Jar as handy for filling and pouring; also check how to clean the lid components.

Serve now, store later

If you want to reuse the same jar for dry goods after the buffet, choose one that is suitable for food contact and follow the cleaning instructions. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out the requirements that apply in the Netherlands to articles intended to come into contact with food.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to serve several small portions or put out one central jar. Then compare the opening, closure and care instructions for the model you have in mind.

What to consider What to check before buying Who should pay particular attention?
Portions and presentation Compare the capacity and height. According to WECK, its Sturzglas has a capacity of 240 ml and is 55 mm tall. If I want to put out a small amount in several places, I don't want to fill one large central jar. For around 45% of consumers, portioning is the top priority.
Scooping and topping up Look at the opening and closure. Kilner says the wide opening of its 500 ml Wide Mouth Preserve Jar is handy for filling and pouring. With one jar for guests to help themselves, I want them to be able to scoop easily and to be able to top it up as needed. This is the main concern for around 33% of consumers.
Storage and care Check that the jar is suitable for food contact and read the washing instructions for the jar, lid and seal separately. If I reuse the jar for dry goods after the buffet, I also want to be able to clean and care for the closure properly. Around 22% of consumers give this the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Using a decorative jar without checking what it is intended for

    An attractive glass jar is not automatically suitable for direct contact with crushed aniseed sprinkles. In the Netherlands, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that requirements apply to articles intended to come into contact with food.

    Check the product information for the jar and for any parts that could touch its contents, such as a lid or seal.

  • Choosing a large jar for small portions on the table

    A central 500 ml jar takes up a different amount of space on the buffet from several low jars holding small portions.

    Decide how you want to divide up the sprinkles, then compare capacities and dimensions. WECK lists its 240 ml Sturzglas as 55 mm tall; Kilner offers the jars reviewed here in 500 ml sizes.

  • Washing the lid in the same way as the glass

    For the Kilner jars reviewed here, the glass is dishwasher-safe, but the metal lid components have different care instructions.

    Read the instructions for your particular model: Kilner says to hand-wash and dry the metal parts straight away.

  • Opening and closing a clip-top jar repeatedly

    Le Parfait does not recommend its Super jar for bulk storage that is opened and closed repeatedly. This is worth bearing in mind if lots of guests will be helping themselves from the same jar.

    Check that the closure you choose is suitable for how often you expect to use it. Le Parfait's advice to use a new seal after every use applies to preserving; don't automatically apply it to serving food at the table.

Brands to consider

WECK

The Sturzglas model reviewed is a low glass jar for serving small portions at the table.

  • WECK lists a capacity of 240 ml and a diameter of 80 mm for this model; a glass lid is included.
  • Rings and clips are not included with this model. Check which closure parts you need if you also want to use the jar for preserving.

Kilner

The Preserve Jar and Wide Mouth Preserve Jar reviewed are 500 ml jars for anyone considering one larger jar.

  • Kilner describes the wider opening of the Wide Mouth model as handy for filling and pouring.
  • For the models reviewed, the metal lid components must be hand-washed and dried straight away, even though the glass is dishwasher-safe.

Le Parfait

The Super jar reviewed is a glass clip-top jar that Le Parfait offers in 250 ml and 500 ml sizes, among others.

  • This model has a metal closure and a seal.
  • Le Parfait does not recommend the Super jar for bulk storage that is opened and closed frequently.

Bormioli Rocco

Bormioli Rocco presents its Quattro Stagioni range as glass jars for storage and serving.

  • The range includes a choice of shapes and capacities.
  • Before using your chosen model on the buffet, check its dimensions and the exact lid configuration.

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Frequently asked questions

What size jar is right for crushed aniseed sprinkles on the buffet?

A low jar of around 240 ml works well for small portions in several places; for one central jar, you could consider a 500 ml model. WECK lists a capacity of 240 ml for its Sturzglas, while the Kilner Preserve Jars reviewed come in 500 ml sizes. Decide how much to put out based on your menu and how you plan to arrange the buffet.

Does the glass jar need to be suitable for food contact?

Yes. If the jar or any of its parts will touch the crushed aniseed sprinkles, choose parts intended for food contact. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that the Commodities Act Decree on Packaging and Consumer Products applies to such articles in the Netherlands. Check that the jar and any parts that come into contact with its contents are suitable.

How should I prepare the jar for serving at the table?

Clean and dry the jar according to the instructions for your chosen model before filling it. For the Kilner jar reviewed, the glass is dishwasher-safe, while the metal disc and screw band must be hand-washed and dried straight away. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends clean hands and clean utensils when handling food.

Is a clip-top jar a good choice if guests will be helping themselves often?

Check the instructions for the specific model: Le Parfait does not recommend its Super jar for bulk storage that is opened and closed repeatedly. If lots of guests will be scooping from one jar, consider both how easy it is to reach through the opening and whether the closure is suitable for that use.