For a neighbourhood get-together, look for a nut product whose organic status you can check on the exact pack, and read the ingredients and allergen information too. If you’d also like to enjoy the same nuts at breakfast, check separately that they’re unsalted. A mix, a single type of nut and coated peanuts are different choices.
You want to serve organic nuts and distinguish the protected ‘organic’ label from general product claims. The Dutch government describes ‘organic’ as a protected term, while the European Commission explains how the EU organic logo should be labelled.
You’re looking for unsalted nuts that can be served at your get-together and enjoyed at breakfast too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating unsalted nuts daily and varying the types you eat; check the details on the specific pack you choose.
You’re choosing something that fits what your guests need to avoid, so you check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains how allergens are labelled on prepacked products.
Start by checking the organic label and any allergen requirements. Then choose the product type, when you’ll serve it and a suitable quantity.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic label | Check the label on the exact pack. The EU organic logo must also be accompanied by a control code and an indication of the agricultural origin. | If I want to serve organic nuts, I want to be able to check the label on the product itself. Around 29% of consumers make this their first priority. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients, the highlighted allergens and any cross-contamination warnings. Choose a product that fits the arrangements you’ve made with your guests. | If a guest avoids certain nuts or peanuts, I want to check the exact pack in advance. Around 18% of consumers prioritise this. |
| For breakfast | Check whether the nuts are unsalted, and also look at the ingredients and how they’re prepared. These details are separate from the organic label. | If I also want to serve the nuts at breakfast, I look for unsalted nuts with the right ingredients. Around 23% of consumers start with this everyday use. |
| Flavour and product type | Choose between a single type of nut, a mix or a coated product. Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes Cocktail as peanuts with a crispy coating; this is a different product type from unsalted nuts. | If a savoury flavour is my priority for drinks, I first consider the type of nut and whether it has a coating. Around 18% of consumers start with this flavour preference. |
| Quantity and leftovers | Choose a net quantity that suits the number of guests and, if relevant, breakfast use too. Follow the storage advice on the pack once it’s open. | If I want to avoid having too much left over after the get-together, I consider the pack size and how I can store any leftovers. Around 12% of consumers prioritise quantity and leftovers. |
The European Commission states that the EU organic logo is used only for products that meet organic requirements, including having at least 95% organic ingredients. Always check the pack of the variant you’ve chosen for allergen information: an organic label alone tells you nothing about allergens.
For everyday eating, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts and variety. A mix may contain several types of nuts, so check the full ingredients list if you’re catering for allergies.
These claims aren’t a substitute for the protected organic label. Duyvis presents ‘no artificial colours’ as a separate product claim.
Check the organic label on the exact pack. Assess any claim about colours separately.
Organic labelling doesn’t tell you whether a product contains nuts, peanuts or other allergens.
Read the ingredients and allergen warnings, and choose a product that meets the specific arrangements you’ve made with your guests.
Cashews, a nut mix and coated peanuts are different product types. The general category ‘nuts’ doesn’t tell you what’s in the pack.
First choose the type of nut or product you want, then check the ingredients, coating, organic label and allergen information.
A larger pack can leave you with leftovers if you don’t choose a quantity that suits your get-together and any breakfast use.
Plan how much you need based on how you’ll use it, and follow the storage advice on the pack once it’s open. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing coated party nuts in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container.
Albert Heijn lists AH Biologisch Ongezouten cashews for anyone looking for cashews with no added salt.
Jumbo lists a 150 g Biologisch Ongebrande Notenmix (organic unroasted nut mix).
PLUS lists an organic nut mix in a 150 g tub.
Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes Cocktail as peanuts with a crispy coating.
Lidl positions Alesto as a range of nuts, dried fruit and party snacks.
ALDI lists an unsalted Trader Joe’s nut mix with almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
This Joybuy pick is a raw, unsalted nut mix for anyone who wants to serve a variety of nuts at a get-together. Check the pack if an organic label or specific allergen information is essential.
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This mix could be a good choice if you want to serve several types of nuts at your get-together.
The product information lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The title says that the mix is raw and unsalted and that the pack contains 200 g.
The product information warns that the mix may contain traces of peanuts. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack to make sure it fits your guests’ requirements. The title doesn’t mention an organic label; check the pack if organic is essential.
The EU organic logo is linked to organic production requirements. The European Commission states that products bearing the logo must contain at least 95% organic ingredients and meet additional requirements. The logo must also be accompanied by a control code and an indication of the origin of the agricultural raw materials.
No. ‘Unroasted’ describes how the nuts are prepared, while ‘organic’ is a protected label. Check each detail separately on the exact pack.
Read the ingredients, the highlighted allergens and any warnings about possible cross-contamination. The NVWA says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has also checked that prepacked products carry the correct cross-contamination warnings during inspections.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing coated party nuts in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container. Also follow the instructions on the pack; this advice for coated party nuts doesn’t automatically apply to every nut mix.
Check that the nuts are unsalted, and read the ingredients too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating unsalted nuts daily and varying the types you eat; an organic label alone tells you nothing about salt or allergens.
