Who is this for?

Cyclists with coeliac disease

You’re looking for taaitaai to take with you and want to check the gluten-free label and any other allergens on the packaging before buying.

Cyclists planning food for a long ride

You want to know how many carbohydrates a portion of taaitaai provides and how it fits alongside your drinks and other snacks.

Cyclists who prefer to take a regular biscuit

You’re looking for an alternative to gels or other sports nutrition, and want to choose your own portion and decide when to drink.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by checking the gluten-free label and allergens on the current packaging. Then compare the nutritional information with the portion you plan to take.

What to look for What to check before buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free status and allergens Check the ‘gluten-free’ label, ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. If I have coeliac disease, I want to check whether this particular taaitaai is suitable. If I have other allergies, I look beyond the gluten-free label too. Around 42% of consumers make this check their top priority.
Carbohydrates and portion size Compare the carbohydrates per 100 g with the amount you plan to eat, and include drinks and other snacks in your calculations. For a long ride, I want to know how my portion contributes to everything I eat and drink along the way. Around 33% of consumers put this planning first.
Taking it with you and eating it Check the pack size and storage instructions, and consider whether it will be easy to eat on the go. I’d rather take a regular biscuit, as long as I can store and eat the portion easily during my ride. This convenience is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘gluten-free’ means ‘free from all allergens’

    Gluten-free taaitaai may still contain other ingredients that matter to you. For example, the Consenza variety listed contains gluten-free oats and almonds/nuts.

    As well as checking the gluten-free label, always read the ingredients list and allergen information on the current packaging.

  • Assuming a whole pack is the right portion for a bike ride

    Albert Heijn lists Consenza Taai taai poppetjes gluten free in a 125 g pack. The stated nutritional value is 71 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, so the pack weight isn’t necessarily the right portion for your ride.

    Decide in advance how much you want to take, and include the carbohydrates from drinks and other food in your plan.

  • Taking an old product listing as proof it’s still available

    Jumbo says that Gluten Free Bakery Holland Taai Taai Glutenvrij 130 g is no longer part of its online range.

    Check the current range at the shop you plan to buy from, and compare another taaitaai with a gluten-free label if needed.

Brands compared

Consenza

Albert Heijn lists Consenza Taai taai poppetjes gluten free as gluten-free taaitaai in a 125 g pack.

  • The stated nutritional value of 71 g of carbohydrates per 100 g can help you work out a portion to take with you.
  • This variety contains gluten-free oats and almonds/nuts. Check whether the current ingredients meet your allergy requirements.

Maître Mathis

Albert Heijn has a product listing for Maître Mathis Taai taai glutenvrij.

  • The listing gives you a second taaitaai product to compare for taste, ingredients and portion size.
  • Check the current packaging to assess the allergens and nutritional information for the variety you choose.

Gluten Free Bakery Holland

Jumbo lists Gluten Free Bakery Holland Taai Taai Glutenvrij 130 g as the product name.

  • The product name makes this variety easy to recognise when comparing taaitaai.
  • Jumbo says this pack is no longer part of its online range, so the listing doesn’t confirm that it’s currently available to buy.

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Frequently asked questions

Is taaitaai without wheat automatically suitable for people with coeliac disease?

No. Check that the current packaging for the specific product says ‘gluten-free’, and read the ingredients and allergen information too. According to the Dutch Coeliac Association, a product can be labelled ‘gluten-free’ if it contains less than 20 mg of gluten per kg of product.

How do I work out a portion of gluten-free taaitaai to take with me?

Compare the carbohydrates per 100 g with the portion you plan to eat, and include the carbohydrates from drinks and other snacks. Bicycling.nl gives around 30–60 g of carbohydrates per hour as a commonly used guideline for prolonged exercise; this doesn’t prescribe a set amount of taaitaai.

Can taaitaai replace sports drinks during a bike ride?

Taaitaai doesn’t replace drinks. Plan what you’ll drink separately, and include any carbohydrates in those drinks when working out how much taaitaai to take.

Why should I check the label on a taaitaai I know and trust?

The current packaging is the best source of information about the ingredients, allergens and nutritional value of the product you’re buying. Check it again if the gluten-free label or another allergen affects your choice.