Which pack size is right for you?

Night-shift workers who plan ahead

You’re setting aside taai-taai for several shifts or for colleagues. In that case, the total weight and the option to leave one bag unopened are especially practical.

Shoppers looking for a smaller supply

You don’t want to buy more taai-taai than you’ll eat during your planned shifts. One 500 g bag may therefore be a better choice than buying two bags at once.

Shoppers who check the label

You want to know which ingredients and allergens are listed on the packaging before you buy, and how much taai-taai you’d like to take for a break.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how much you’re likely to use over your planned shifts. Then check how many individual bags there are and read the label on the pack you’re buying.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Splitting up your supply Check the total weight and the number of individual bags. Albert Heijn’s 2-pack contains two separate 500 g bags. If I’m buying for several shifts or a shared biscuit tin, I want to be able to leave some unopened; around 38% of consumers prioritise a supply they can split up.
How much you’ll use at a time Compare one 500 g bag with a pack of two and consider how much you actually want to open. If I’m only buying for a short run of shifts, I want to avoid having much left over; around 31% of consumers prioritise a smaller quantity.
Label and break-time snack Read the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and storage instructions on the packaging. When I’m sharing taai-taai or taking it with me, I want to know what’s in it and plan a portion; around 31% of consumers place the most importance on the label and snack choice.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking a 2-pack for one large bag

    Albert Heijn describes its taai-taai 2-pack as two separate 500 g bags. That’s not the same as one resealable 1 kg pack.

    Before buying, check the number of bags and the total weight. Think about where you’ll store the unopened bag once the other one goes into the biscuit tin.

  • Skipping the label

    For the taai-taai products mentioned, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including cereals containing gluten and milk. Check the packaging itself for the warnings that apply to the specific bag you’re buying.

    Check the ingredients list, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings every time you buy, especially if you’re sharing the biscuits with colleagues.

  • Taking only taai-taai for your break

    Taai-taai is a sweet biscuit. If you’d like to take something else for a night shift too, you can plan it as a separate treat; VGZ suggests options for the night such as yoghurt, unsalted nuts and raw vegetables.

    Decide in advance how much taai-taai you’ll take, and choose any other food to suit your own preferences and the information on its packaging.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists an AH Taai taai 2-pack containing two separate 500 g bags, as well as a single 500 g bag.

  • With the 2-pack, you can leave one bag unopened while using the other.
  • The storage advice for the single AH bag says to keep it in a sealed tin after opening; check the label on the bag you receive too.

Jumbo

Jumbo describes Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes as a 500 g bag.

  • The product information lists allergens, around 36 portions and storage in a cool, dry place.
  • Check the portion size and allergens on the packaging you buy.

ALDI

ALDI describes its 500 g bag of taai-taai as anise-flavoured biscuits in fun shapes.

  • The 500 g bag size makes it easy to compare the quantity with what you need for your shifts.
  • Read the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the packaging.

PLUS

PLUS describes a 500 g bag of Taai taai sint en piet, as well as a separate 250 g pack of ambachtelijke taai taai koeken.

  • The two pack sizes listed give you a choice of quantity.
  • These are different products, so check the ingredients and allergens on each pack.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g pack.

  • The product name makes both the mini variety and pack weight clear.
  • Check the packaging to make sure the ingredients and storage instructions suit how you plan to use it.

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Frequently asked questions

When is a taai-taai 2-pack handy for night shifts?

A 2-pack is handy if you’ll use both 500 g bags over several shifts or share them with colleagues. Albert Heijn’s pack contains two separate bags, so you can leave one unopened; if you need less, a single 500 g bag may be more practical.

How should I store taai-taai for the biscuit tin at work?

Follow the storage advice on the packaging you buy. Albert Heijn recommends keeping its single taai-taai bag in a sealed tin after opening; if you prefer, take only what you plan to eat during your shift.

Should I check the allergens on the packaging again?

Yes, check the packaging of the taai-taai you actually buy, even if you’ve looked at the product information beforehand. The varieties mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including cereals containing gluten and milk; if you have specific dietary restrictions, also check for any ‘may contain’ warnings.

What else can I take with me for a night shift?

If you don’t want to take only biscuits, you can plan taai-taai as a separate treat and choose something else to go with it. VGZ suggests options for the night such as yoghurt, unsalted nuts and raw vegetables; always check whether the ingredients in packaged foods are suitable for you.