Shoppers comparing the price per kilo
You want to pick up some snack nuts with your regular groceries and compare both the price per kilo and the price you’ll pay for the bag.
Who is this buying guide for?
Small groups of snackers
You’re looking for an amount that suits your group and want to avoid having lots left over once the bag is open. Pack size and being able to seal it properly matter to you.
Shoppers with a particular flavour in mind
You’re looking for a specific variety and want to decide for yourself whether that flavour is worth paying extra for. The exact flavour matters more than a general preference for a brand.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide which variety you want and how much you expect to use. Then compare the pack size and price per kilo at the shop where you do your grocery shopping.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| Price per kilo | Compare the same type and check both the price per kilo and the price of the bag you’re choosing. | If I mainly want snack nuts that offer good value, I look beyond the till receipt alone. Around 39% of consumers prioritise the price per kilo. |
| How much is left once opened | Choose a net weight that suits your group and follow the storage advice on the pack. | I’d rather choose a size we can finish than a bigger bag with lots left over. Around 23% of consumers prioritise choosing a suitable amount. |
| Flavour you want | Check the full flavour name; varieties aren’t necessarily interchangeable. | If I’m looking for one particular flavour, that preference matters more to me than another variety at a lower price. Around 15% of consumers choose flavour as their top priority. |
| Part of the same grocery shop | Check the exact variety at the shop where you’re already doing your shopping; a product listing doesn’t mean it’s in stock locally. | I want to pick up the snack with my usual groceries, without making a special trip to another shop. Convenience is the top priority for around 15% of consumers. |
| Ingredients | Read the ingredients list and warnings on the pack of the exact variety. | If I need to take an allergy or dietary requirement into account, I first check whether this particular pack is suitable. Around 8% of consumers make this their first step. |
Pitfalls to avoid when choosing
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Choosing a larger pack without thinking about how much you’ll use
A lower price per kilo is only practical if you’ll use all of it. A bigger bag may sit around for longer once opened.
Compare the net weight with the amount you expect to use, and seal the pack properly after opening.
Any unused contents need extra care when storing them and may ultimately go to waste.
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Assuming a product is suitable for a particular diet based on its flavour name
A flavour name doesn’t tell you which allergens are in the coating or listed on the label.
Before buying or eating the product, read the ingredients and warnings on the current pack of the exact variety. The NVWA explains which allergens must be listed on food labels.
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Treating an old taste test as a current buying recommendation
A test from 2018 or 2024 doesn’t necessarily tell you anything about the current variety, ingredients or your own preferences.
Libelle published a snack-nut taste test in 2018, and AD published one in 2024. Use the results only in their original context, and assess the pack you’re considering now on its own merits.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
A brand to consider if you’re specifically looking for a particular snack-nut flavour.
- Duyvis lists several flavours, including Cocktail, Provençale, Oriental and Patatje Joppie.
- The Cocktail variety reviewed is more expensive per kilo than the budget supermarket own-brands compared. That doesn’t automatically apply to every Duyvis flavour.
Albert Heijn
A supermarket own-brand option for a cocktail variety with your regular groceries.
- Albert Heijn lists a cocktail variety in a 300 g pack.
- Check the ingredients on the exact pack; a supermarket own-brand name alone doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable for someone with an allergy.
Jumbo
A supermarket own-brand option with cocktail packs in different sizes.
- Jumbo lists a 300 g pack and a 500 g larger pack.
- The ingredients lists aren’t identical, so don’t assume the two pack sizes have the same recipe.
Lidl
A shop to include in your comparison if you already do your grocery shopping there.
- Lidl has product pages for snack nuts and presents Alesto as a nuts and party-snack brand.
- The brand and category listing alone doesn’t confirm a particular variety, ingredients or price advantage.
ALDI
A shop with a listed cocktail variety.
- ALDI’s Dutch product page lists TRADER JOE'S Borrelnoten cocktail in a 300 g pack.
- A product listing doesn’t mean the variety is available in every shop.
PLUS
A supermarket own-brand option with a Mild variety in a 300 g bag.
- PLUS lists the variety as Borrelnoten Mild.
- Mild is the name of a variety, not a guarantee that the product is suitable for an allergy or dietary requirement.
Snack nuts at Joybuy
These Joybuy product picks are Duyvis snack nuts in a range of flavours and pack sizes.
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Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta 275 g
A seasoned snack for anyone looking for this Duyvis variety. The product description on Joybuy lists 51% peanuts and a savoury seasoning.
Joybuy lists peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; the product may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts. Check the pack before buying and eating.
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Duyvis Oriental Borrelnootjes 275 g
An option if you’re looking for an Oriental variety with a mild curry flavour. Joybuy describes a crunchy coating and 49% peanuts.
According to Joybuy, this product contains peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; it may contain milk, nuts and mustard. Check the current pack if you have any allergies.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provençale 125 g
The smaller pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a modest amount of this variety. Joybuy describes a savoury onion and garlic flavour.
Joybuy lists peanuts and wheat; the product may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Check the current pack for ingredients and warnings.
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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal 275 g
An option if you’re looking for the Provençal variety in a 275 g pack. Joybuy describes coated peanuts with a savoury onion and garlic flavour.
Joybuy lists peanuts and wheat; the product may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Check the current pack for ingredients and warnings.
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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika 275 g
An option if you’re looking for a BBQ paprika flavour to share. Joybuy lists a double coating and 40% peanuts.
Joybuy lists peanuts and gluten (wheat); the product may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Check the current pack before buying and eating.
Frequently asked questions
How should you store an opened bag of snack nuts?
The Voedingscentrum recommends keeping opened snack nuts in a kitchen cupboard for 2–5 days. Store them in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed pack, and follow the instructions on the label too. Duyvis recommends storing an opened bag in a light- and airtight container.
Do you need to freeze or cook snack nuts?
No, the snack nuts discussed here are ready-to-eat snacks, not frozen chips that need cooking. The Voedingscentrum says snack nuts are less suitable for freezing and recommends storing them in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container.
Which allergen information should you check on the label?
Check the ingredients list and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the exact pack. The NVWA states that allergens from the mandatory list of 14 must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list; this doesn’t automatically make the product suitable for someone with an allergy.
Does the best-before date always mean you should throw the product away?
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, snack nuts in an unopened pack may remain good for up to two months after the best-before date, or possibly longer, provided the pack is intact and the product still looks fine. Follow the storage instructions and assess the product carefully; this isn’t a general guarantee for every pack.
Are snack nuts automatically suitable for young children?
No. Duyvis warns that young children can choke on peanuts and nuts. So don’t base your choice solely on the pack size or the amount inside.