Tiger Bread for Drinks: White or Wholemeal, Half or Whole?

Who is this choice relevant to?

Hosts serving a variety of toppings

If you’re serving different toppings, you may be looking for a light bread base. If you opt for a white loaf, check that the slices work well with the toppings you’re putting out.

Hosts keeping an eye on fibre

If you want wholemeal tiger bread, compare the product description and nutritional information. The fibre content listed for specific white and wholemeal loaves from Jumbo and PLUS varies.

Smaller groups looking to avoid leftovers

A half loaf may be a better fit for a small get-together. Also check the slice style and storage instructions for the loaf you choose.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide what matters most for your Friday afternoon get-together: toppings, fibre or the amount of bread. Then check the slice style of the option you’ve chosen, especially if you want medium-sliced bread.

What to consider	What to check when buying	Who it matters to
Works with toppings	Check the type of bread and ask which slice thickness is suitable for the toppings you want to serve.	I want to put out a variety of toppings without letting the bread dictate my choice; this is the top priority for around 45% of consumers.
Fibre and type of bread	Read the product description and compare fibre per 100 g in the nutritional information.	If fibre matters more to me than a light white base, I look for a wholemeal option; this takes priority for around 33% of consumers.
Quantity and leftovers	Check whether you’re buying a half or whole loaf, how it’s sliced and what the storage instructions are.	I don’t want to be left with lots of bread after a small get-together; portion size and leftovers come first for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

Confusing a half loaf with medium-sliced bread

Half describes the quantity, not the thickness of the slices. A pre-sliced loaf won’t necessarily have the slice thickness you’re looking for either.

Check the packaging or ask in store specifically for medium-sliced bread before choosing a loaf.
Judging fibre content by the colour of the crust

The tiger-patterned crust doesn’t tell you how much fibre the bread contains. Jumbo lists 2.3 g of fibre per 100 g for its white farmhouse tiger bread and 7.3 g per 100 g for its half wholemeal option; this comparison applies to these two products.

Read the product description and compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the options you’re considering.
Assuming allergens based on the type of bread

The white and wholemeal tiger breads from Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at contain wheat and gluten. Other declared allergens vary by product.

Check the up-to-date allergen information for the exact option you’ve chosen. For unpackaged bread, ask the shop or bakery for allergen information.
Assuming all tiger bread contains baker’s salt

According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So you can’t tell from the name ‘tiger bread’ whether it’s included.

For packaged bread, check the ingredients list for baker’s salt; for unpackaged bread, ask about it.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Wheat Tiger Bread, 800 g, as a product available in store only.

A specific wheat option is easy to identify in the range.
Check the current slice style, ingredients and allergens in store.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists, among other options, a whole white farmhouse tiger loaf and a half wholemeal farmhouse tiger loaf.

You can compare the listed ingredients and nutritional information for these specific products.
Check separately whether the option you choose is medium-sliced.

Lidl

Lidl lists a whole wholemeal tiger loaf, baked on the hearth.

The product name makes it clear that it’s a whole wholemeal loaf.
Ask about the slice style and check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

ALDI

ALDI lists separate whole farmhouse tiger loaves in white and wholemeal varieties.

The wholemeal option is described as pre-sliced.
Pre-sliced doesn’t confirm a medium slice thickness; also check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.

PLUS

PLUS lists half tiger loaves in white and wholemeal varieties, including Korenlanders options.

You can compare ingredients, allergens and fibre per 100 g for these specific products.
Follow the freezing instructions for the option you choose and check the slice style separately.

Dirk

Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker Brown Farmhouse Tiger Bread, Whole.

The product name identifies this brown, whole-loaf option.
Check the current product packaging for the slice style, ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I choose white or wholemeal tiger bread for drinks?

Choose based on what you want to serve your guests and which product feature matters to you. White bread may suit you if you’re after a light base; if you’re comparing fibre, Jumbo lists 7.3 g per 100 g for its half wholemeal farmhouse tiger loaf, compared with 2.3 g per 100 g for its white farmhouse tiger loaf. Also check that the option you choose has the slice style you want.

Is tiger bread suitable if I need to avoid gluten?

The white and wholemeal tiger breads from Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at contain wheat and gluten, so they aren’t suitable if you need to avoid those ingredients. Always check the latest allergen information for other products; for unpackaged bread, ask in store.

Does Dutch tiger bread always contain baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume that it does: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. For packaged bread, check the ingredients list; for unpackaged bread, ask about it.

How can I avoid leftovers after a small get-together?

Compare a half loaf with a whole loaf based on the number of people and the other food you’re serving. If you want to freeze the bread, follow the instructions for the option you choose: PLUS says to freeze its Korenlanders Wholemeal Farmhouse Tiger Bread, Half, on the day of purchase and use it within one month.