Choose small jars if children will be sprinkling the crushed aniseed sprinkles themselves, or a sealable jar of around 0.5 litres if you want to put one jar on a shared snack table. Check that the jar is suitable for food contact and that your packet will fit: a capacity in millilitres doesn’t tell you how many grams you can pour in without spilling.
Using one small jar or several means the whole supply isn’t immediately within reach when children are allowed to help themselves. IKEA lists 130 ml as a small preserving jar size; try it yourself to see how many crushed aniseed sprinkles it holds.
A central jar that you can seal again after serving is handy for sharing and storing the remainder. A jar of around 0.5 litres is one size to consider, but check how much space your packet takes up.
If you serve with a spoon or top up the jar regularly, pay attention to the opening. WECK describes its 744 Tulip Jar as having a wide opening; also consider whether the lid and seal suit the way you plan to use it.
Decide how much crushed aniseed sprinkles you want on the table at once, then consider sealing, serving and refilling.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Small portions for the table | Look at a small jar, such as the 130 ml size listed by IKEA, and choose a lid that seals well. Don’t use the millilitre capacity to estimate a fixed weight in grams. | If children will be helping themselves, you may want to put out only a limited amount at a time, even if that means refilling more often. For around 45% of consumers, keeping portions on the table under control comes first. |
| Sealing after serving | Compare the 0.4 and 0.5-litre sizes listed by IKEA and check that the seal is intact. Beforehand, make sure your packet fits with enough room at the top. | With one shared jar, you’ll want to cover any leftover crushed aniseed sprinkles afterwards without taking up too much table space. Around 33% of consumers say this combination is their top priority. |
| Serving and refilling | Check that your spoon fits through the opening and find out how to clean the lid and any sealing ring. | If you serve from the jar often or refill it during snack time, an accessible opening matters more than a compact size. Around 22% of consumers put this ease of use first. |
Jumbo lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g packet, but the weight in grams and a jar’s capacity in millilitres aren’t directly interchangeable.
Try pouring the contents of your packet into the jar beforehand, and leave enough room to serve without spilling.
You could lose track of the best-before date and product information. Albert Heijn advises checking the current packaging, as ingredient and allergen information can change.
Keep the original packaging, or label the jar with the product name and best-before date.
A jar’s decorative purpose doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable for storing or serving food.
Choose a jar intended for food contact, and don’t use one with a damaged lid or visible cracks.
IKEA says the glass of its KORKEN jar is dishwasher-safe, while the gasket should be washed by hand.
Follow the care instructions for the exact model and check the ring for damage or distortion before use.
A damaged sealing ring may need replacing.
A brand to use as a guide when comparing packet sizes for crushed aniseed sprinkles: Jumbo lists a 270 g pack.
IKEA lists preserving jars in 130 ml, 0.4-litre and 0.5-litre sizes. The KORKEN storage jar is a 0.5-litre example.
Kilner presents its 0.5-litre Clip Top Round Jar as a storage jar for dry goods.
The WECK 744 Tulip Jar, at around half a litre, is one option if you want to serve with a spoon at the table.
According to Le Parfait, the Super range includes sizes of 250 ml, 500 ml, 750 ml and 1 litre.
These glass jars and storage containers are options for a shared snack table or for sealing the contents after serving. Focus on the size and shape: the selection includes both jars and storage containers.
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A storage container for anyone who wants to put one shared portion of crushed aniseed sprinkles on the table and store the rest.
Capacity: 0.53 l. This is a storage container, not a traditional storage jar; check whether your packet and spoon will fit.
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For anyone who wants to use two separate jars for serving or storage.
The set contains two jars, each holding 700 ml, with a silicone ring and clip-top lid. The product title doesn’t say whether the set is dishwasher-safe; check the care instructions for the glass and ring separately.
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An option if you deliberately want to put a larger central jar on the table.
It holds 1.7 l, well above the sizes of around 0.5 litres. Check that it fits on the table and that the opening is suitable for your spoon.
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For anyone who wants to use a sealable storage container rather than a traditional serving jar.
Capacity: 620 ml. Check beforehand that the amount of crushed aniseed sprinkles and the spoon you want to use will fit in the container.
Yes. For direct contact with crushed aniseed sprinkles, choose a jar intended for contact with food. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority outlines the requirements in the Netherlands for articles that come into contact with food.
Clean the jar, let it dry completely and check that the lid closes properly and isn’t damaged. Follow the care instructions for your jar too; Le Parfait advises filling its jars when clean and dry.
Keep the packaging or make sure the product name and best-before date stay with the jar. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that the date is easy to find on the original packaging; always check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens, as Albert Heijn advises.
