For a Christmas drinks party, start by choosing the number of mini ice lollies to suit your guests. A box of 6 to 8 is ideal for a small gathering, while a multipack of 10 to 12 gives you more to share. If you’re choosing a selection of flavours, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact box you’re buying. And make sure the ice lollies stay frozen until you’re ready to serve them.
You want to hand out one ice lolly to each guest without having to cut them into portions. So the number of lollies matters more than the total weight of the box. ALDI, for example, offers a MUCCI® multipack of 12 mini ice lollies.
A box of 6 to 8 may suit your guest list better than a larger multipack. The pack sizes listed on Joybuy for Magnum and by Carrefour and Auchan for their mini ice lollies give you a useful comparison.
You’re serving a selection to guests with different dietary restrictions. Check the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ statements on the specific product you buy, as recipes can vary.
When choosing a multipack to share, start with the number of guests. Then check the flavours and how you’ll transport the ice lollies before deciding on the box size.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of lollies | Count the individual lollies rather than relying on the total weight. Add a few extra if guests might want more than one. | I want to serve every guest without opening a second box. Around 37% of consumers would prioritise the number of lollies. |
| Flavours and allergens | Check the flavours, ingredients and ‘may contain’ statements on the exact box you’re buying. | If guests have different tastes or dietary restrictions, I need to be able to offer suitable options to those who need them. Around 27% of consumers would put this first. |
| Pack size and leftovers | Match the number of lollies to the guests you’re expecting and the space available in your freezer. | For a small gathering, I’d rather avoid buying a box with lots of lollies left over after the party. This would be the main concern for around 18% of consumers. |
| Keeping them frozen in transit | Use an insulated bag for the journey and plan how to keep the ice lollies frozen until you serve them. | If I’m going somewhere else for the party, I need to transport and store the ice lollies appropriately. Around 18% of consumers would prioritise this. |
Buying more lollies than you need can leave you with leftovers and take up freezer space unnecessarily.
Count your guests, then decide whether a few extra lollies would be useful for your party.
Ingredients and declared traces vary from one recipe to another. Carrefour, for example, warns that its Carrefour Extra selection may contain traces of eggs and other tree nuts.
Ask guests with dietary requirements what information you need to check, then read the label on the product you buy—even if you already know the brand.
A lunchbox on its own won’t keep frozen products cold during the journey.
Anses recommends buying frozen products at the end of your shop, using an insulated bag and keeping the journey short. If you’re serving them away from home, make sure you can keep the ice lollies frozen until it’s time to serve them.
Lidl offers are available for a limited time, and products may vary between stores.
Check the latest leaflet and the store you’re planning to visit before settling on a particular size for Christmas.
Magnum offers mini ice lollies, including a 6-piece selection listed on Joybuy and a 10-piece selection listed by Auchan.
Carrefour describes a selection of 8 mini ice lollies, each weighing 32 g.
Auchan offers a selection of 8 mini ice lollies weighing 258 g, with a variety of coatings.
ALDI offers a MUCCI® multipack of 12 mini ice lollies weighing 429 g.
The Lidl leaflet can help you find offers available around the time you plan to shop.
Depending on your location, E.Leclerc offers click and collect, pedestrian collection or home delivery.
Compare these individually portioned frozen treats by the number of pieces and the flavours listed. The range also includes ice lollies and fruit-flavoured jelly products, so check the product category before choosing if you’re specifically looking for chocolate-coated mini ice lollies.
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Consider this pack if you’d like to share 12 ice lollies with your guests, with orange and cherry flavours to choose from. Check the allergen information on the packaging and keep the products frozen until you’re ready to serve them.
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This fruit-flavoured jelly treat, served frozen in individual portions, could be a sharing option if it’s the kind of product you’re looking for. The title lists an assorted selection weighing 850 g. Check the number of portions and freezing instructions on the packaging before serving.
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This pack of ice lollies offers a group several flavours to choose from. If a guest has an allergy, check the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before buying. Keep the products frozen and don’t refreeze them once thawed.
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These eight melon ice bars are a good fit for a small group who’d prefer one flavour rather than a selection. The product contains milk, so check the ingredients and labelling on the box before serving it to anyone with dietary requirements.
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This pack of 64 portions is better suited to a large group with enough freezer space. The storage information is contradictory, so check the packaging for instructions on freezing and storing the product before planning to serve it frozen or transport it in a lunchbox.
Start with one ice lolly per guest, then allow a few extra if you think some people might want more. Compare the number of lollies listed on each box: Auchan and Carrefour offer selections of 8, while ALDI offers a MUCCI® multipack of 12.
Yes, as long as you can keep them frozen until you’re ready to serve them. An ordinary lunchbox on its own isn’t enough. For the journey, Anses recommends buying frozen products last, using an insulated bag and keeping transport time to a minimum.
Read the ingredients and any trace information on the exact box you’re buying, as recipes can vary within the same selection. Carrefour, for example, lists milk, soya and almonds in its Carrefour Extra selection, and warns that it may contain traces of eggs and other tree nuts.
Check the store and the offer dates before relying on a particular product. Lidl lists validity dates for its offers and says that not every store will necessarily stock the same products. At E.Leclerc, select your store to see the range available.