A family looking for Fairtrade cocoa for games night
You want to share spritz biscuits, but will only choose a variety that lists Fairtrade cocoa for that specific product or on its packaging.
Who is this choice relevant to?
A host keeping an eye on allergens
You’re shopping for several players and want to check in advance that the ingredients and allergen warnings are suitable for what your guests can eat.
A shopper comparing pack sizes
You want to work out how many spritz biscuits you’ll need for your group, so you compare net weight and stated portions without assuming that a general brand promise means a particular product carries a certification.
What should you look for in spritz biscuits for a games night?
First, check whether the exact variety meets your certification and allergen requirements. Then compare the amount you want to serve your group.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fairtrade cocoa | Check the certification statement for the exact variety. Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade cocoa for Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate; according to Milieu Centraal, a Fairtrade logo with a white background may apply only to a certified ingredient. | If Fairtrade cocoa is a must for me, I want to see that the statement applies to the exact spritz biscuits I’ve chosen. Around 50% of consumers would put this check first. |
| Amount to share | Compare the net weight and, where stated, the number of portions in the packs you’re considering. | For a group, I want to know in advance whether there will be enough spritz biscuits to share. Around 30% of consumers would place the quantity above other factors. |
| Allergens | Ask which allergens your guests need to avoid, then check both the ingredients and the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements on the exact pack. | If a guest has an allergy, I want to check whether these spritz biscuits are suitable before serving them. Around 20% of consumers would put this check first. |
Pitfalls to avoid when choosing
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Confusing Rainforest Alliance with Fairtrade
Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade cocoa for Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate, while the product information from PLUS and Jumbo lists Rainforest Alliance cocoa for the spritz biscuits mentioned. One claim does not confirm the other.
Decide which certification you’re looking for and check the statement on the exact pack.
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Assuming dark chocolate means fewer allergens
According to Jumbo, its Sprits with Dark Chocolate contains egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat. The word ‘dark’ does not mean these allergens are absent.
Check the allergen information on the pack you’re actually serving.
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Assuming a supermarket’s own-brand promise applies to every spritz biscuit
PLUS describes Fairtrade cocoa as part of its own-brand policy, but the ingredients information for its Chocolate Sprits lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa. So a general promise does not necessarily confirm the certification of this variety.
If the brand message and product information differ, check the current packaging before you choose.
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Assuming a product page confirms availability
A listing on Joybuy doesn’t mean spritz biscuits will be available when you’re getting ready for games night.
Check stock and delivery options when you’re ready to order.
Brands and products to consider
Verkade
The 150 g Nobo Sprits milk chocolate is worth considering if Fairtrade cocoa in your chosen spritz biscuits is a must.
- Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade cocoa, ingredients and allergens for this variety.
- This variety contains milk, soya and wheat/gluten and, according to the product information, may contain nuts and sesame. Check the current packaging if this matters for one of your guests.
PLUS
The 200 g Chocolate Sprits is an own-brand option to compare by pack size.
- PLUS lists the net weight of this variety as 200 g.
- Although PLUS describes a general Fairtrade cocoa policy for its own brand, the product information for these spritz biscuits lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa. Check the packaging if Fairtrade cocoa is a must.
Jumbo
The 200 g Sprits with Dark Chocolate are worth considering if you’re specifically looking for this type of chocolate.
- Jumbo lists the type of chocolate, net weight, ingredients and allergens for this variety.
- The product information lists Rainforest Alliance cocoa, not Fairtrade. According to Jumbo, these spritz biscuits contain egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat.
Spritz biscuits for games night on Joybuy
This selection features milk chocolate spritz biscuits for anyone who wants to check the Fairtrade cocoa statement for the variety and plan ahead for quantity and allergens.
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Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate, 150 g
These milk chocolate spritz biscuits are a good fit for a games night if you’re specifically looking for Fairtrade cocoa; Albert Heijn lists this cocoa for the Verkade Nobo milk chocolate variety.
The pack contains 150 g. Albert Heijn lists around 9 portions for this variety.
The product information lists milk, soya and wheat. If you have an allergy, check the label on the exact pack, including the statements about nuts and sesame.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check whether the cocoa in spritz biscuits is Fairtrade?
Check the statement for the exact variety, then check the packaging. Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade cocoa for Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate; the product information for PLUS Chocolate Sprits instead lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa, despite ‘Fairtrade’ appearing in the product title. Milieu Centraal points out that a Fairtrade logo with a white background may apply only to a certified ingredient.
Which allergens should I check before games night?
Read the allergen information on every pack you plan to serve and ask your guests what they need to avoid. According to Albert Heijn, the Verkade milk chocolate variety mentioned contains milk, soya and wheat/gluten, among other ingredients, and may contain nuts and sesame; Jumbo lists egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat for its dark chocolate spritz biscuits.
How should I store spritz biscuits during and after games night?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and reseal any opened pack. The product information for the Verkade and PLUS varieties mentioned says to store them in a dry place; also check the best-before date on the pack you’ve bought.