Which pack is right for you?

If you want to share a bowl

For tea with a group, a 500 g bag gives you enough to fill a bowl. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI each list a taaitaai option in this size.

If you’re buying taaitaai for several occasions

A multipack of three separate 500 g bags may suit you if you plan to serve taaitaai on several occasions. Albert Heijn says its three-pack is supplied as three separate items, so think about how many bags you want to open.

If you need to check the label for guests

If any of your guests need to avoid certain allergens, there’s more to consider than size or shape. The options described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including wheat, rye and milk. Check the warnings on the exact pack you’ll be serving, too.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how much taaitaai you want to serve and whether any guests need to avoid certain allergens. Then choose a size and style that suits your tea occasion.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Enough to fill the bowl Check the net weight; if you’re buying a multipack, see how many separate bags it contains. If I’m sharing taaitaai with a group, I want to fill one bowl without having to open another pack. That’s why having enough in the pack comes first for around 33% of consumers.
Allergens Check the ingredients and warnings about possible cross-contamination on the pack you’ve chosen. If someone at the table needs to avoid certain allergens, I want to know exactly what I’m serving. For around 27% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority.
Flavour and shape Check the ingredients if anise is important to you, and choose a shape to suit the season. For a Sinterklaas tea occasion, I look for familiar figures or taaitaai flavoured with anise. Around 20% of consumers put flavour and presentation first.
Keeping leftovers to a minimum Match the pack size to your group and check how to store an opened bag. If it’s a small group, I don’t want lots of taaitaai left over after tea. Around 20% of consumers give top priority to getting the right amount and avoiding too many leftovers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming all taaitaai contains the same allergens

    The options described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including wheat, rye and milk. Some packs also warn that other allergens may be present.

    Before serving, read the current label on the exact bag you’re using, even if you’ve bought taaitaai from the same brand before.

  • Mistaking a multipack for individually wrapped portions

    Albert Heijn says its taaitaai three-pack is supplied as three separate 500 g items. So the pack doesn’t divide the biscuits into small, individually wrapped portions.

    Choose this size if separate bags suit the tea occasions you have planned.

  • Relying on the shape or the word ‘artisan’ to judge allergens

    A figure shape or an artisan-style product name doesn’t tell you which ingredients the taaitaai contains. Both the 250 g and 500 g PLUS packs described list wheat, rye and milk.

    Choose the shape and size to suit your presentation and the amount you need, but always check the exact pack’s label for allergen information.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists taaitaai in a 500 g bag, as well as a three-pack of separate 500 g bags.

  • The single bag is suited to sharing a bowl; the multipack may work well for several tea occasions.
  • The three-pack doesn’t contain small, individually wrapped portions. If allergens are a concern, check the current pack label.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists St Nicholas taaitaai figures in a 500 g pack.

  • The figure shapes suit a seasonal tea table, and the product information mentions aniseed.
  • The option described contains gluten-containing cereals and milk, and warns that other allergens, including nuts and oats, may be present.

PLUS

PLUS lists a 500 g bag of St Nicholas and Piet taaitaai, as well as 250 g artisan-style taaitaai biscuits.

  • The two sizes let you tailor the amount to a larger or smaller group.
  • Both packs described list wheat, rye and milk; the artisan-style label doesn’t change the need to check the ingredients.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands describes its 500 g taaitaai as figure-shaped anise biscuits.

  • The size and figure shapes are suited to a shared seasonal bowl.
  • If any guests need to avoid certain allergens, check the ingredients and warnings on the current pack.

Dirk

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

  • The listed size may suit you if you’re looking for taaitaai to share.
  • Before buying, check the chosen pack for ingredients, allergens and storage advice.

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Frequently asked questions

How much taaitaai should I get for tea with a group?

A 500 g bag is one option for sharing: Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI each list a size like this. For a smaller group, PLUS’s 250 g bag may be a better fit; a pack of three separate 500 g bags is most useful for several occasions.

Can I serve the taaitaai described to someone with a gluten or milk allergy?

Don’t assume it’s suitable: the options described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list gluten-containing cereals and milk. For the guest in question, check the current label on the exact pack, including any warnings about possible cross-contamination.

How should I store taaitaai after opening?

Follow the storage advice on the pack you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn recommends storing its taaitaai in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo and PLUS advise keeping theirs cool, dry and/or in a dark place. Check the use-by date on the bag, too.

Is a smaller artisan-style bag a better choice if allergens are a concern?

Not based on the product name or smaller size alone. Both the 250 g and 500 g PLUS packs described list wheat, rye and milk. Choose an amount to suit your group, and check the current label separately for allergen information.