Who should consider the packaging?

If you want to take one portion with you

If you want to pop one biscuit in your bag for your morning break, check whether each biscuit has its own wrapper. A small biscuit or a small bag doesn’t tell you either way.

If you check ingredients and allergens

If ingredients influence your choice, read the label on the product you’re buying. The product information for the Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS taai-taai products mentioned here includes, among other things, cereals containing gluten and milk; ingredients vary by product.

If you’re buying taai-taai for several breaks

If you want to get more than one morning’s worth from a pack, compare the pack size and portion size. Also check how the biscuits should be stored after opening, according to the label.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you need an individually sealed biscuit or whether you can use a bag over several occasions. Then check the label on the product you’ve chosen.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important to?
Individually wrapped Look for an explicit statement that each biscuit is wrapped separately. Albert Heijn describes its taai-taai 2-pack as two separate items, not individually wrapped biscuits. If I want to take one biscuit with me, I need to know whether I can put it in my bag without opening a larger pack. For around 45% of consumers, an individually wrapped portion is the top priority.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current label. Compare nutritional information on the same basis, preferably per 100 g, as recommended by the Voedingscentrum. When ingredients influence my choice, I need to be able to check what’s in this particular taai-taai. For around 33% of consumers, ingredients and allergens come first.
Pack size and storage Check the net weight and stated portion size. Also check the storage advice for the pack after opening. If I want to get several morning breaks out of one bag, the amount needs to suit how much I’ll use and can store. For around 22% of consumers, having enough in stock matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a mini biscuit or 2-pack means the biscuits are individually wrapped

    The size doesn’t tell you whether each biscuit has its own wrapper. According to its product page, Albert Heijn’s taai-taai 2-pack contains two separate items.

    Before buying, check whether individual wrapping is explicitly mentioned. When your order arrives, check the packaging before using the biscuits as separate portions to take with you.

  • Using the front of the pack to compare nutritional values

    A description such as ‘traditional’ doesn’t tell you how the nutritional values compare with those of another taai-taai. The Voedingscentrum recommends comparing products per 100 g.

    Read the nutrition table and ingredients list, then consider how much you want to take as a portion.

  • Relying on an allergen list you read previously

    Ingredients and allergens can vary by product. The taai-taai products listed by Albert Heijn and PLUS also have product-specific allergen information.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re actually going to use.

  • Opening a large bag without somewhere to store the rest

    A bag for several breaks means you’ll need to think about what to do with the leftovers. Albert Heijn advises storing its taai-taai in a sealed tin after opening; PLUS says to store its taai-taai in a cool, dry, dark place.

    Check the storage advice on your pack and make sure you can store the leftovers as instructed.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists 350 g of taai-taai and a 2-pack containing two separate 350 g items.

  • The 350 g pack lists a portion size, ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.
  • A 2-pack containing separate items doesn’t mean that each biscuit is individually wrapped.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s product listing is for De Originele Taai Taai, 500 g.

  • The listing includes ingredients, allergens and nutritional values per 100 g and per 14 g portion.
  • The product page says that this item is no longer part of the online range. Check availability if this is the product you’re looking for.

PLUS

PLUS lists 250 g taai-taai biscuits and a 500 g mini version.

  • The product information includes ingredients, allergens, nutritional values and storage advice.
  • The word ‘mini’ doesn’t tell you whether each biscuit has its own wrapper.

ALDI

ALDI lists 500 g of aniseed-flavoured taai-taai in shaped biscuits.

  • The stated net weight helps you decide whether the pack will suit several snack breaks.
  • Check the pack itself for ingredients, allergens and whether the biscuits have individual wrappers.

Dirk

Dirk’s product search results show 1 de Beste Mini taai taai, 500 g.

  • The mini size is worth considering if you want to take smaller biscuits from a pack.
  • Check the product label for ingredients, nutritional information and how the biscuits are packaged.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if taai-taai is genuinely individually wrapped?

Look for an explicit statement on the product page or packaging that each biscuit is individually wrapped. A mini size or a 2-pack isn’t enough to confirm this: Albert Heijn describes its taai-taai 2-pack as two separate items.

Which allergens should I check in taai-taai?

Read the allergen information on the current packaging for the specific product. The product information for the Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS products mentioned here includes, among other things, cereals containing gluten and milk; also check for information about other allergens.

How should I store taai-taai after opening a bag?

Follow the storage advice on the pack you’ve bought. Albert Heijn advises storing its taai-taai in a sealed tin after opening; PLUS says to store its products in a cool, dry, dark place.

How do I compare the nutritional values of different types of taai-taai?

Compare the nutritional values per 100 g so you’re looking at the same quantity. The Voedingscentrum recommends using this basis when comparing products. Also consider the portion you want to take with you; the products listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo also show nutritional information for a 14 g portion.