For a larger group, a box of twenty individual bags can be practical; for lunchboxes or a smaller group, a smaller multipack or a sharing bag that you portion yourself may be a better fit. Duyvis lists, among other products, an unsalted Walnut mix in 4 × 30 g bags and Provençale borrelnootjes in 20 bags of 45 g. Choose based on the number of bags, flavour and ingredients, and check the current label for allergen information.
If you want to hand out individual bags, first work out how many portions you need, then consider the flavour and contents. Duyvis lists a multipack with four 30 g bags and a box of Provençale borrelnootjes with twenty 45 g bags.
If you’d also like to use your purchase outside the festival, compare unsalted options and the amount in each bag. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts; check the ingredients in your chosen mix too.
If you’d rather fill lunchboxes yourself or prepare a sharing bag, look at larger bags such as the unsalted nut mixes from Jumbo and PLUS. These aren’t the same as multipacks containing individual bags for sharing.
A good fit for: four individual bags for a small group or several occasions when you’re on the go.
Bear in mind: you’ll have fewer portions to share than with a box of twenty bags.
A good fit for: a larger group looking for individual bags of a seasoned, crunchy peanut snack.
Bear in mind: this is a different snack with different ingredients from an unsalted nut mix.
A good fit for: sharing snacks in one place or filling lunchboxes yourself.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to portion it yourself and seal any leftovers.
A good fit for: anyone specifically looking for a salted nut mix, such as the AH Zes noten mix 4-pack.
Bear in mind: check the contents of the individual packs to work out how many you’ll need.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of bags and contents | Count the individual bags and check the weight of each one; a high total weight doesn’t tell you how many bags are inside. | If you want to take individual portions along for fellow festival-goers or hand them out, the number of bags matters straight away. Around 36% of consumers put ease of sharing first. |
| Ingredients | Check whether the variety is salted or unsalted and see which nuts it contains. | If you’d also like to use your purchase in lunchboxes, the ingredients and flavour may matter more than the number of portions. Around 29% of consumers give these top priority. |
| Portioning them yourself | Compare a sharing bag with individually portioned packs, and factor in any packaging and delivery costs. | If you’d rather fill the bags yourself and compare the total cost of your order, a sharing bag could be a good fit. Around 21% of consumers prioritise portioning their own snacks and keeping costs in mind. |
| Seasoning and ingredients | Check whether these are seasoned borrelnootjes with a coating, and look at the ingredients in that coating. | Flavour may be the deciding factor for a savoury festival treat, as long as the ingredients are suitable for your group. Around 14% of consumers choose flavour as their main consideration. |
The packaging doesn’t change the ingredients. The Walnut mix reviewed contains several types of nuts; the Provençale borrelnootjes contain peanuts and wheat.
Read the ingredients and warnings on the exact product packaging before handing anything out to someone with a food allergy.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that whole nuts and peanuts can pose a choking risk for children. A small pack doesn’t remove that risk.
Assess whether the snack is suitable for the child regardless of pack size, and follow advice on eating safely.
A 500 g sharing bag isn’t as convenient to use as twenty individual bags.
Check the number of individual packs and the contents of each bag before working out how much you need.
Portioning snacks yourself can take extra preparation and may require containers or bags.
The coating and seasoning make for a different product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre specifically recommends unsalted nuts in its dietary advice.
First decide between an unsalted nut mix and a seasoned savoury snack, then compare the options within that category.
Duyvis offers both an unsalted Walnut multipack and Provençale borrelnootjes in a larger box of individual bags.
Albert Heijn lists the AH Zes noten mix gezouten 4-pack.
Jumbo lists both the Duyvis Walnut multipack and a 200 g unsalted own-brand mix.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes nuts, dried fruit and party snacks.
Aldi lists cashews, almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts, in both salted and unsalted varieties.
PLUS lists a 500 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted nut mix.
This Joybuy selection includes individual bags for taking with you and larger packs of nuts to portion yourself. Products vary in size, mix and flavour, so check which ingredients in each variety suit your group.
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A good fit if you want individual portions to take along or share; according to the product information, the mix also contains dried fruit.
Five 23 g bags; the nuts listed include walnuts, cashews, almonds and hazelnuts.
The pack contains a desiccant sachet; this is not edible.
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A good fit if you want plenty of individual bags to take along or share; the mix combines nuts with dried fruit.
The product name lists a total weight of 750 g and 30 bags; the nuts listed include walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
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A good fit if you want a selection of individually packed nuts to take along or share; the pack contains several types and varieties.
Total weight: 242 g. The product information lists cashews, macadamia nuts, pistachios and walnuts, among other ingredients.
The listed ingredients include nuts, wheat, sesame and milk; some varieties are salted or seasoned.
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A good fit if you want individual bags of pistachios to hand out or take along.
The pack contains 25 bags of 20 g.
The product information says the pack contains a desiccant sachet; this is not edible.
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A good fit if you want to portion a larger pack yourself; this is a sharing bag, not a selection of ready-portioned bags.
Contents: 500 g pecan halves.
First decide how many individual bags you want to hand out, then divide that number by the number of bags in each pack; round up if necessary. For twenty people, each getting one bag, for example, you’ll need five packs of four bags or one box of twenty bags. Contents and ingredients vary by product.
No. A small bag doesn’t automatically make whole nuts suitable for young children. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that children can choke on whole nuts and peanuts; assess whether the snack is suitable for the child in question.
Follow the storage instructions on the exact product packaging. For the Provençale borrelnootjes reviewed, HANOS recommends storing them in a cool, dry place and keeping them in a light- and airtight container after opening. Don’t assume that all types of nuts have the same shelf life.
Read the ingredients list and allergen warnings on the packaging of the exact variety; an individually portioned pack isn’t automatically safe for people with allergies. The European Union states that allergens must be clearly highlighted in the ingredients list. The NVWA reported that, from 1 January 2026, Dutch rules apply to warnings about the unintended presence of allergens due to cross-contamination.
Compare the full order, including any delivery costs or minimum order requirements, rather than just the pack. If you have a complaint, keep the packaging; Duyvis asks dissatisfied customers to provide the packaging and contents, along with an explanation.
