Host who wants to share dark chocolate
You want to put a bar on the table and would rather choose based on a stated cocoa content than just the words ‘dark’ or ‘pure’.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Host who checks allergens
You need to know which ingredients and allergens are listed on the packaging before guests tuck into the chocolate.
Shopper looking for Kano's Dark
You want to buy that particular variety, so you need to check the full product name before considering a bar as an alternative.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want a biscuit or a bar to share for Friday afternoon drinks. If you're choosing a bar, compare the cocoa content and always check the packaging for allergens.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Cocoa content | Compare the cocoa statement on the packaging: Verkade states that Puur 90 g contains at least 52% cocoa; PLUS states that Verkade Extra Puur 90 g contains at least 71%. | If you want a pronounced dark chocolate flavour, don't rely on the product name alone. For around 40% of consumers, flavour preference is the most important factor. |
| Product type | Check whether it's a biscuit or a chocolate bar, and check the net weight to make sure it suits your serving plans. | If you want to put out pieces to share, a bar may be a better fit than the biscuit you were originally looking for. Serving style comes first for around 30% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information. For Verkade Extra Puur, PLUS lists soya and possible traces of milk and hazelnut. | If your guests need to take allergens into account, check the label before serving anything. This check is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark’ or ‘pure’ means one specific cocoa content
Verkade says its 90 g Puur bar contains at least 52% cocoa, while PLUS states that Verkade Extra Puur 90 g contains at least 71%. So the name alone won't tell you what percentage is shown on the packaging.
Compare the cocoa statement on the exact bar you want to buy.
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Assuming a dark chocolate bar is the same as Kano's Dark
A chocolate bar is a different type of product from a biscuit. Even if its cocoa content is a good match, it isn't the same variety.
Check the full product name if you're specifically looking for Kano's Dark. Choose a bar only if that different way of serving it suits your get-together.
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Relying on the website alone for allergen information
If your guests have allergies, the information on the packaging is what matters when deciding what to serve. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens in prepacked foods must be identified in the ingredients list.
Read the label on the packaging you're actually using and check with the guest concerned if they have a relevant allergy.
A relevant brand to consider
Verkade
Verkade lists biscuits and chocolate as separate product ranges. If you're choosing a dark chocolate bar, you can compare specific cocoa content claims.
- Verkade states that Puur 90 g contains at least 52% cocoa; PLUS states that Verkade Extra Puur 90 g contains at least 71%.
- These bars aren't necessarily the same product type or variety as Kano's Dark. Check the ingredients on the packaging you choose too.
Chocolate snacks for drinks on Joybuy
These products are suitable if you're looking for dark chocolate bars or another snack made with dark chocolate. They aren't confirmed Kano's Dark varieties, so pay particular attention to the product type and the information on the packaging.
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Lindt Excellence 78% Cacao, 100 g
A chocolate bar for comparing stated cocoa content at your get-together; not a Kano's biscuit.
78% cocoa; 100 g. If you have allergies, read the label on the packaging.
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Lindt Excellence 90% Cocoa Supreme Dark, 100 g
A bar to consider if you're specifically looking for a higher stated cocoa content, but not an identical replacement for Kano's Dark.
90% cocoa; 100 g. Check the current allergen information on the packaging.
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Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate, 100 g
A chocolate bar for anyone looking for a stated cocoa content of 70% and wanting to serve a bar rather than a Kano's biscuit.
100 g. If you have allergies, take extra care to check the current label: the product information uses different wording for allergens that are present and those that may be present.
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AE Chocodate Dark Chocolate, 90 g
An option to consider if you'd like a chocolate-coated date and almond snack instead of a chocolate bar or Kano's biscuit.
90 g. The cocoa percentage of the chocolate component doesn't tell you the percentage for the whole snack; check the allergen information on the packaging too.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if I'm buying the real Kano's Dark?
Check the full product name on the packaging or on a current product page to confirm the exact variety. Don't rely on ‘dark’ or ‘pure’ alone: those words don't make a chocolate bar a Kano's biscuit.
Which dark chocolate bar could I choose if I don't need a biscuit?
Verkade Extra Puur is an option if a bar to share suits your get-together. PLUS states that the 90 g pack contains at least 71% cocoa; check the current packaging before you choose.
What should I check if a guest has allergies?
Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging you're going to serve. For Verkade Extra Puur, PLUS lists soya and possible traces of milk and hazelnut; consider this in light of the guest's specific needs.
How should I store a dark chocolate bar after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you bought. PLUS recommends storing Verkade Extra Puur in a cool, dry, dark place.