If you’re setting up a small treats table
If you’re serving other treats too, you can display the aniseed sprinkles in smaller jars and keep portions or flavours separate. Dille & Kamille lists glass jars in 550 ml and 700 ml sizes, among others.
Which setup works best for you?
If you want to put out one shared jar
A larger jar can work as a centrepiece and then be used to store dry goods. IKEA’s KORKEN jar holds 2 l, but do check that you have enough room for it on the table.
If you need to tell guests about allergens
Keep the packaging when serving the sprinkles in a glass jar, so guests can check the ingredient and allergen information. Albert Heijn lists wheat starch in the De Ruijter Muisjes Rose en Witte variant checked; always check the packaging of the variant you’re actually serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want individual portions or one shared jar. Then consider the closure and how much room the jar will take up on the table. A capacity in millilitres won’t tell you how much of your packet of sprinkles will fit.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Compact presentation | Check both the capacity and the diameter. Dille & Kamille lists a 550 ml jar with a diameter of 8.1 cm and a 700 ml jar with a diameter of 10 cm. | If I’m short on table space or want to keep flavours separate, I’d rather choose smaller jars, even if I need to top them up more often. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Airtight storage | Check the product information to see whether the lid seals well and how to clean the lid and any seal. | I want to keep the sprinkles covered and dry between servings without overlooking how to care for the closure. Around 45% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| One central jar | Compare the capacity and external dimensions with the space available. IKEA lists a 2 l KORKEN jar; Dille & Kamille lists a 3.6 l jar with a diameter of 17 cm. | For a shared table, I’d rather have one roomy jar than several small ones, as long as it fits comfortably on the table. This matters most to around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming one packet will fit exactly in a particular jar
The weight on a packet and the capacity of a jar use different measurements. So a 700 ml jar won’t necessarily be large enough for your packet of sprinkles.
First measure the amount you want to serve with a measuring jug, or choose a jar with some room to spare.
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Throwing away the packaging after decanting
Guests can’t tell from the glass jar which ingredients and allergens the sprinkles contain. According to Albert Heijn, the De Ruijter Muisjes Rose en Witte variant checked contains wheat starch.
Keep the current packaging next to the jar and make the allergen information available when you serve the sprinkles.
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Cleaning the glass and lid in the same way
For the Dille & Kamille models mentioned, the glass can go in the dishwasher, but wooden or bamboo lids must be washed by hand. The IKEA KORKEN has separate care instructions for its rubber ring.
Check the instructions for your model and clean the separate parts as directed by the manufacturer.
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Exposing a cold jar to boiling water straight away
IKEA warns that temperature differences can cause the KORKEN to break. This instruction applies to that model and is not a general heat-resistance guarantee for glass storage jars.
If you’re filling or sterilising the jar with hot contents, follow only the instructions for the jar you’re using.
Brands to consider
IKEA
The 2 l glass KORKEN storage jar is an option for a centrepiece that you can also use to store dry goods.
- IKEA describes the 2 l KORKEN as airtight and suitable for serving.
- The rubber ring must be washed by hand; follow the model-specific instructions when filling it with hot contents.
Dille & Kamille
The range includes glass jars in 550 ml, 700 ml and 3.6 l sizes, giving you options for both small and spacious table setups.
- The models mentioned list both capacity and external dimensions, which helps when planning your table layout.
- The wooden and bamboo lids on these models must be washed by hand.
Le Parfait
Le Parfait offers glass jars with lids or rubber seals for storing food in the kitchen.
- The collection offers different closures to consider for each model.
- For the jar you choose, check the capacity, care instructions and delivery options to the Netherlands.
Glass jars at Joybuy
These jars offer options for a central display or for serving individual portions separately. Choose a size only after checking how much table space you have and how many sprinkles you want to serve.
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5five glass storage jar, 1.7 l, with stainless steel lid
A 1.7 l jar to consider as a centrepiece on the table. Check that its external dimensions fit the space you have chosen and find out how to clean the lid.
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Glass storage jar with sunflower pattern, 700 ml
The 700 ml capacity suits a setup with separate jars. The product name describes it as having an airtight lid; also check the external dimensions and care instructions.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, 2 x 700 ml
Two jars let you serve portions or flavours separately. The product name describes an airtight clip-top closure with a silicone ring and says the set is not dishwasher-safe; check the cleaning instructions for each part before use.
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YumiPLUS Inspired glass storage jars, set of 3
Three separate jars can be handy if you want to display the sprinkles separately. The product name describes an airtight closure; check the capacity and external dimensions of each jar to see whether the set will fit on your table.
Frequently asked questions
What size jar should I choose for serving aniseed sprinkles?
For individual portions, jars holding 550 to 700 ml are a good starting point; for one central jar, consider around 1.5 to 2 l. Measure the amount of sprinkles you want to serve yourself: the weight on the packet alone won’t tell you what capacity you need.
Can I serve aniseed sprinkles in a glass jar if someone needs to avoid gluten?
First check the current packaging of the sprinkles you’re serving and make the information available. Albert Heijn lists wheat starch in De Ruijter Muisjes Rose en Witte; don’t assume the ingredients are the same based on the glass jar or a different variant.
Can a glass jar with a wooden lid go in the dishwasher?
Not as a whole, unless you’ve checked the instructions for that model. For the Dille & Kamille jars mentioned, the glass is dishwasher-safe, but the wooden or bamboo lids must be washed by hand.
Can I put a glass storage jar straight into boiling water?
Don’t do this without following the heat instructions for the specific model. For KORKEN, IKEA recommends preheating with warm tap water and specifies a maximum temperature difference of 50 °C; don’t assume this limit applies to other jars.