Who should consider this?

For serving one or two sauces at home

If you want to control how much sauce you serve alongside party snacks without putting out a large bottle, a small squeeze bottle is a size worth comparing.

For serving several rounds at a get-together

When serving several rounds, capacity isn’t the only thing that matters: consider the filling opening and closure too. A drip-free feature is only relevant if the model you choose actually has one.

If by Muisjes you mean dry sprinkles

Jumbo describes the De Ruijter Muisjes reviewed as sugared aniseed for use on rusks, bread and as a decoration, among other things. This product is not shown as being suitable for use in a sauce squeeze bottle.

What should you look for in a sauce squeeze bottle?

First decide whether you want to serve liquid sauce or dry Muisjes. For sauce alongside party snacks, consider dispensing control, the amount you need and how easy the bottle is to refill when serving several rounds.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Accurate dispensing Look at the nozzle and closure, and check whether the opening suits the sauce you plan to use. For small bites, I want to add sauce precisely without making a mess of the serving platter. Controlled dispensing is the top priority for about 44% of consumers.
Smaller portions Compare the capacity in ml with the amount of sauce you want to serve at a time. For a small get-together, I don’t want to prepare more sauce than I’ll use. A smaller portion matters most to around 33% of consumers.
Serving several rounds Check the filling opening and cleaning instructions for the model you’re considering. If I’m serving several rounds, I want to be able to refill the bottle easily. For around 23% of consumers, this repeated use is the main consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Treating dry Muisjes like a liquid topping

    Jumbo describes the De Ruijter Muisjes reviewed as dry, sugared aniseed. The squeeze bottles discussed here are designed for dispensing sauce; their nozzles and capacity tell you nothing about dispensing Muisjes.

    Before buying, decide whether you want to serve sprinkles or sauce. Only compare squeeze bottle features if you’re serving sauce.

  • Using any plastic bottle for sauce

    A bottle that comes into direct contact with sauce must be suitable for food contact. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out the requirements that apply to these types of products in the Netherlands.

    Check with the manufacturer or seller that the specific model is suitable for food contact, and read its instructions for use.

  • Looking only at the capacity

    A small bottle won’t necessarily have a closable nozzle or drip-free feature. HENDI and Araven describe these features for specific product ranges, not for every squeeze bottle.

    As well as capacity, compare the nozzle, closure, filling opening and cleaning instructions.

Brands to compare

De Ruijter

Worth considering if by Muisjes you mean dry aniseed sprinkles, rather than a sauce for party snacks.

  • For the Muisjes reviewed, Jumbo lists uses including as a topping for bread and rusks, and as a decoration.
  • According to Jumbo’s product information, the blue and white Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes reviewed contain wheat or gluten-containing cereals. Check the packaging of the variety you buy.

HENDI

Its kitchenware range includes dispensing bottles for sauce and decorative applications.

  • HENDI describes its dispensing equipment as having a narrow nozzle for applying sauce precisely.
  • Check the nozzle design and availability for each model. HENDI lists a specific Easy Squeeze bottle as discontinued.

Araven

Offers mini sauce bottles and separate drip-free and FIFO ranges for different serving quantities.

  • Araven lists its mini sauce bottles in 90, 150 and 250 ml capacities. The drip-free and FIFO models described are separate ranges.
  • Compare the specifications of the range you choose: a drip-free feature or an inverted FIFO design isn’t automatically included with the mini bottles.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you put De Ruijter Muisjes in a sauce squeeze bottle?

Don’t use a sauce squeeze bottle for De Ruijter Muisjes unless the product instructions confirm it’s suitable. Jumbo describes the varieties reviewed as dry aniseed sprinkles for use on rusks, bread and as a decoration, among other things; sauce dispensers are designed for different contents.

What capacity is right for a small get-together?

Choose a capacity that suits the amount of one sauce you want to serve. Araven lists mini sauce bottles in 90, 150 and 250 ml capacities for comparison. Also consider how often you’ll want to refill the bottle.

When is a drip-free or FIFO dispenser useful?

One of these model-specific features may be useful when serving several rounds. Araven describes drip-free dispensers and a separate FIFO range that can be stored upside down, keeping the sauce close to the nozzle. Check which design suits the way you’ll use it.

What should I check if the bottle will come into contact with sauce?

Choose a bottle that’s suitable for food contact and follow the instructions for the model you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out the requirements for food-contact materials in the Netherlands. Check the material and product information with the manufacturer or seller.