A multipack is a good fit for drinks if its contents suit what you’re serving and you’ll use it in time. Compare the price per kilo of products with a similar composition; the ‘value pack’ label alone doesn’t prove you’re saving money. Also check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for after opening.
You want to have enough in the cupboard and look at the quantity and price per kilo, rather than just the word ‘value’ on the pack. Product information from Dutch retailers Albert Heijn and Jumbo shows that nut mixes are available in different pack sizes.
You’d rather focus on the specific types of nuts, added ingredients, salt content and allergens than just the quantity. For example, Aldi’s product information lists the ingredients in its unsalted TRADER JOE'S Nut Mix; check each brand and variant to see what’s inside.
You serve nuts on different occasions and want to store an opened pack according to the instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage advice for mixed unsalted nuts applies to that specific product and not necessarily to all coated peanuts.
First decide which product type and quantity are right for your drinks occasion. Then compare the cost, ingredients and storage instructions.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Price and quantity | Compare the price per kilo and choose a quantity you expect to use. Compare products with a similar composition. | If I want to buy enough for drinks without stocking up on more than I need, I look at both the pack size and the price per kilo. Around 42% of consumers prioritise a suitable quantity and spend. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variant; also check any warnings on the packaging. | If you’re looking for a particular salt content or specific types of nuts, or need to take allergens into account, you’ll want to know exactly what’s in the pack beforehand. Around 25% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Storing the pack after opening | Check the storage instructions and decide whether you can store the opened pack as directed. | If you’ll use the contents over several drinks occasions, consider how to store an opened pack and how much you need each time. Around 17% of consumers focus mainly on how well the contents keep after opening. |
| Flavour and texture | Check whether you’re looking for a nut mix, a specific type of nut or peanuts with a savoury coating; these are different product types. | If you’re after a distinctive savoury flavour or a particular texture to serve with drinks, the product variant matters more than the bag size alone. Around 16% of consumers mainly choose according to the flavour they want to serve. |
The product description doesn’t show how the price compares with other pack sizes or retailers. A larger pack also means having to store more at home.
Compare the price per kilo at the same time, and include any delivery costs if you’re ordering online. Only then decide how much to buy.
An unsalted nut mix and peanuts with a crunchy coating are different product types; their ingredients and allergens may differ too.
Check the full product name, ingredients list and allergen information before comparing prices.
The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t necessarily mean it has a resealable closure. There may also be specific storage instructions for the contents once opened.
Check the packaging and follow the storage instructions. If there’s no suitable closure, you may need an appropriate storage container.
Duyvis offers Borrelnootjes Cocktail in several pack sizes, as well as a separate unsalted Walnut Mix range.
Albert Heijn lists unsalted nut mixes in 200 g and 500 g packs.
Jumbo lists a 500 g pack of unroasted nut mix described as a ‘value pack’.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes nuts, dried fruit and savoury party snacks.
Aldi lists a 500 g pack of unsalted TRADER JOE'S Nut Mix.
PLUS lists a 500 g pack of unroasted, unsalted nut mix in a stand-up pouch.
This selection of Joybuy products includes nuts, seeds and individual types of nuts for drinks occasions. Check the variant and any salt information listed for each product.
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A good option if you want to serve a variety of ingredients with drinks: the product name lists sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pistachios, hazelnuts, almonds and chickpeas.
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A good choice if you specifically want to serve cashews with drinks. The product information says they’re salted and contain 0.9 g of salt per 100 g.
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A good option if you specifically want to serve roasted hazelnuts with drinks. The product name lists hazelnuts and a 500 g pack.
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If you’re looking for an unroasted, unsalted nut mix, the product information lists those features for this variant. The product name gives the pack size as 500 g.
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A good option if you’d like to serve pine nuts on a drinks platter. The product name lists a 500 g pack.
Divide the pack price by its weight in kilos and compare products with a similar composition. If you’re ordering online, also check the total cost of your basket and any delivery charges: a lower price per kilo doesn’t automatically mean a lower overall spend.
Follow the instructions on the packaging for your product. For its 1 kilogram Duyvis Cocktail pack, HANOS advises storing an opened bag in an airtight, light-proof container in a cool, dry place. This advice applies to that specific product and isn’t a storage guarantee for other coated peanuts.
Yes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) says allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Check the current packaging for all ingredients and allergens; if you have an allergy, an older online product description is no substitute for checking the pack.
From 1 January 2026, the NVWA will oversee new Dutch labelling rules for warnings about allergens that may be unintentionally present. A warning on the label—or the absence of one—doesn’t automatically make a product suitable for everyone with an allergy. Check the packaging and contact the manufacturer if you’re unsure.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that children can choke on whole nuts and peanuts. Consider whether the food you’re serving is suitable for the child, and make sure they eat calmly while you stay nearby.
