For six individual portions, a pack of 6 × 125 g contains 750 g; a 16-pot multipack is better suited to a household that can store and finish that quantity before the use-by date. If “6 pint” refers to a capacity in pints, or you’re looking for a 3-litre bottle, first clarify what type of product you want: the formats covered here are yoghurt pots.
Who are these formats suitable for?
Households mindful of how much they buy
If you’re choosing between six pots and a larger multipack, start by considering how many portions your household can finish before the use-by date. The space available in your fridge is another factor to bear in mind.
Shoppers looking for small, fruity portions
A pack of six 125 g pots lets you choose individual portions and specific flavours. The Auchan product listings for Yoplait Fruits jaunes and Fruits rouges Panier de Yoplait also state that they contain pieces of fruit.
Readers who check the labels carefully
Whether you’re choosing a classic or creamy recipe, or one labelled “0%”, compare the sugar and fat per 100 g, then check the ingredients and allergens listed on each pack.
What should you check before choosing?
First work out how much your household can eat before the use-by date, then compare the recipes by checking their labels.
| Factor |
What to check |
Who it’s for |
| Choosing the right quantity |
Compare the total weight of the 6 × 125 g and 16 × 125 g multipacks, as well as the space available in your fridge. |
If my household eats yoghurt regularly, I could consider buying more pots, but only if we’ll finish them in time. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise buying an amount they can actually use. |
| Six portions and freshness |
Check the number of pots, their weight, the use-by date and the storage instructions for the product you choose. |
I prefer six individual portions when I want to limit the number of pots I need to store. A smaller multipack would be the main choice for around 27% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens |
Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values per 100 g, particularly the sugar and fat content. |
If I’m comparing two recipes in the same format, their ingredients could determine my choice. Around 27% of consumers would check the label first. |
| Flavours and texture |
Check the flavours, whether the yoghurt contains pieces of fruit, and the ingredients in each recipe. |
When buying a multipack to share, I want to choose flavours and a texture that suit everyone in the household, so no pots get left uneaten. Around 13% of consumers would put this factor first. |
Mistakes to avoid when choosing
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Assuming “no added sugar” means “sugar-free”
As Anses points out, this claim doesn’t mean that a product contains no sugar at all. According to Yoplait, some Panier de Yoplait recipes labelled “0%” also contain sweeteners.
Check the “of which sugars” line per 100 g and the ingredients list for the recipe in question.
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Choosing a large multipack without checking the use-by date
A larger number of pots needs more fridge space and a rate of consumption that fits the date shown on the pack. Manger Bouger reminds shoppers to observe the use-by date.
Before buying a 16-pot multipack, check the use-by date and storage instructions on the packaging.
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Confusing yoghurt pots with a large bottle
A pack of six 125 g pots contains 750 g of yoghurt in individual portions; it isn’t the right choice if you’re looking for a 3-litre bottle.
If you need a particular capacity in pints or a bottle, check the product category and unit you’re looking for before choosing a format.
Brands to consider in these formats
Yoplait
Yoplait’s Panier de Yoplait range includes fruit yoghurts with pieces of fruit in packs of 6 × 125 g. Auchan lists Fruits jaunes and Fruits rouges, among others.
- These listings state that the milk is of French origin and that the yoghurts should be kept between 0 °C and +6 °C maximum.
- Check the flavours and ingredients for the product you choose: details for one recipe don’t apply to the entire range.
Carrefour
Carrefour Extra offers an assortment of stirred fruit yoghurts in six 125 g pots, as shown on its Carrefour France product listing.
- The listing gives several flavours and mentions whole milk and cream, depending on the recipe.
- Check the ingredients for each recipe in the multipack rather than assuming that every flavour has the same ingredients.
Auchan
Auchan offers an assortment of fruit yoghurts with pieces of fruit in a 16 × 125 g format. Compare it with a six-pot pack if quantity is an important factor in your choice.
- The listing states that the product should be kept between 0 °C and +6 °C and contains 14 g of sugars and 2.6 g of fat per 100 g.
- With this format, make sure your household can store and finish the pots before their use-by date.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you compare a six-pot pack with a larger multipack?
Compare the total weight, number of pots and use-by date with your household’s consumption. Six 125 g pots contain 750 g; a 16-pot multipack of 125 g pots needs more fridge space and more time to finish.
Which nutritional details should you compare between two fruit yoghurts?
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g, particularly the sugar and fat content, then check the ingredients and allergens. This gives you a consistent basis for comparing recipes without judging them by the product name alone.
Does “no added sugar” mean “sugar-free”?
No. Anses explains that this claim doesn’t rule out naturally occurring sugars. Check the amount shown on the “of which sugars” line and read the ingredients list, particularly if you want to know whether the recipe contains sweeteners.
How should you store fruit yoghurts after buying them?
Follow the temperature and use-by date shown on the packaging for the product you’ve bought. The Auchan listings for Yoplait Panier de Yoplait Fruits jaunes and Fruits rouges packs specify storage between 0 °C and +6 °C maximum. Manger Bouger also points out that observing the use-by date depends on storing the product correctly.