If you want to serve party nuts while keeping an eye on your energy intake, compare the declared energy values for the exact variants on the same weight basis. Also decide how much you want to serve, then calculate the energy for that portion weight. A smaller pack or a particular preparation method does not, by itself, prove that a product is low in calories.
You want to stick with a familiar snack and compare the energy content of the exact variant, rather than relying on the product name or preparation method alone. Compare nutrition information on the same basis and match it to the portion you plan to eat. The European Union describes nutrition declarations as average values.
You want to decide in advance how many party nuts to put on the table. Duyvis lists several pack sizes for Cocktail; the contents of the bag are not automatically one portion per person. You can weigh out the amount for your games night in advance.
You want to take guests’ allergies and dietary preferences into account. Check the label for the exact variant, and rely on a vegan or vegetarian label only for the product it applies to.
First compare the declared energy for the exact variant on the same weight basis, then decide how much you want to serve.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare the declared energy for the exact flavour on the same weight basis. Calculate kcal per 100 g × portion weight in grams ÷ 100. | If you mainly want to know how much energy your chosen amount provides, start by comparing the values for equal quantities. Around 42% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| Amount to serve | Check the net weight and decide separately how much you want to serve. If you like, divide the chosen amount between bowls in advance. | If you want to agree in advance how much will be available for games night, consider both the bag size and the amount you plan to serve. Around 33% of consumers prioritise portioning. |
| Flavour you want | Choose the flavour you’re looking for, then check the nutrition declaration for that specific variant. Flavour alone tells you nothing about its energy content. | If you want to stick with a familiar savoury snack, start with the flavour and assess the energy content separately. Around 17% of consumers prioritise their preferred flavour. |
| Suitable for your guests | Read the allergen information on the pack for the exact variant. Don’t treat a vegan or vegetarian label as proof that a product is allergen-free. | If a guest has an allergy or specific dietary preference, check the label before choosing a variant. Around 8% of consumers prioritise dietary suitability. |
The pack tells you how much you’re buying, not how much you want to serve per person. Duyvis lists Cocktail packs ranging from 125 g to 1000 g.
Decide on the serving size separately and calculate the declared energy for that weight.
Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as prepared without added oil or fat. That preparation claim alone does not tell you the product’s total calorie content, and it does not automatically apply to other product ranges.
Compare the declared energy values for the exact products as well as their preparation information.
A vegan label for a specific variant does not answer the separate question of whether it is suitable for someone with a food allergy.
If you have an allergy, always check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variant.
Duyvis Cocktail is an option if you’re looking for a savoury peanut with a crunchy coating. The manufacturer lists several pack sizes.
AH Borrelnoten cocktail is an own-brand option to consider.
Jumbo Borrelnoten Cocktail 300 g is an own-brand option with a crunchy dough coating.
Lidl lists party nuts in its Dutch range.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Borrelnoten in Poesta, Paprika and Bacon Kaas flavours, with 300 g per bag.
PLUS Borrelnoten Oriëntaalse stijl 300 g is a specific variant with a vegan label.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 164 kcal for a general handful of unsalted nuts weighing 25 g. This general figure is not a comparison with a specific party-nut variant, so it cannot be used to rank such variants by energy content.
Not on the basis of the preparation method alone. Duyvis states that Oven Baked Peanuts Original is prepared without added oil or fat. If you’re choosing with calories in mind, also compare the declared energy values for the exact products.
Follow the storage advice on the pack for your product. The HANOS listing for Duyvis Cocktail recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and keeping an opened bag in a light- and airtight tin. Jumbo advises storing its Cocktail variant in a cool, dry and dark place.
Check the allergen information on the label of the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that, for pre-packed products, this information appears on the label. Allergens that must be listed include peanuts, nuts, cereals containing gluten, milk and mustard.
Check the current packaging before choosing or serving the product. Albert Heijn recommends referring to the pack because product information can change. Don’t use an older online ingredients list instead of the label.
