People organising group gaming sessions
If everyone should be able to grab an ice lolly during a break, the number in the pack will help you plan portions. Carrefour, ALDI France and E.Leclerc, for example, list multipacks of 12 or 20.
Who are these pack sizes for?
Groups with different tastes
An assortment lets you offer several varieties in one pack. The ranges listed by Magnum and Auchan include Classic, Almond and White Chocolate mini ice creams. Check each variety if anyone in your group avoids certain ingredients.
What should you look for?
First, count the portions, then choose between a mix of varieties and a multipack of the same flavour, depending on your group’s preferences. Before buying, check the label and storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Count the players and check how many pieces are in the pack, rather than relying on its weight alone. | When everyone wants an ice lolly, I want enough pieces to give one to each person. This is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Varieties and allergens | Check the varieties in the pack and the ingredients in the exact product, including any “may contain” warnings. | If tastes differ or someone avoids an ingredient, I need to be able to choose without assuming every ice lolly is suitable for them. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Storage | Check the instructions on the packaging and make sure you have enough room in the freezer. | If the ice lollies need to wait until the next break, I want to be able to store them as directed on the pack. This is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
Things to bear in mind
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Choosing by pack weight alone
Two packs of different weights won’t necessarily contain the same number of ice lollies to share. E.Leclerc lists an assortment of 20 sticks, while some Magnum Mini packs contain 6.
Count the people in your group, then check the number of pieces on the pack before choosing a size.
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Assuming an assortment suits everyone
A range of varieties doesn’t remove the need to check for allergens. Magnum states that its Mini Classic product contains milk and may contain several types of nuts.
Ask your guests which ingredients they need to avoid, then check the label on the exact product, including any “may contain” warnings.
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Forgetting the storage instructions
The Joybuy listing for a Magnum Mini assortment says to store it at −18 °C or below and not to refreeze it after thawing.
Check the instructions for your chosen product, and plan how you’ll transport it and where you’ll store it in the freezer.
Brands and retailers to know
Magnum
Magnum offers boxes of 6 mini ice creams, as well as assortments featuring several varieties.
- The Classic, Almond and White Chocolate assortment caters for different flavour preferences.
- Check whether the number of pieces is enough for your group and look at the allergens for the exact product.
Carrefour
Carrefour offers a Classic’ multipack of 12 chocolate and vanilla ice lollies.
- The number of pieces is clearly stated, making it easier to plan one portion per person.
- This pack doesn’t offer the same variety of flavours as an assortment.
Auchan
Auchan’s mini ice cream section includes an 8-piece Auchan assortment and a 10-piece Magnum assortment.
- These pack sizes can work well for smaller groups.
- Check the varieties and ingredients in the pack you choose rather than relying on the word “assortment” alone.
MUCCI® / ALDI
ALDI France offers a 429 g pack of 12 MUCCI® mini ice creams, with four advertised varieties.
- The pack contains 12 pieces in milk chocolate, white chocolate, almond and Classic varieties.
- If anyone avoids an ingredient, check the labelling for each variety before choosing the assortment.
Marque Repère / E.Leclerc
E.Leclerc’s Marque Repère frozen desserts range includes an 850 g SMICY assortment of 20 sticks.
- With 20 pieces, this pack can cater for more people than a box of 6 or 8.
- Check the pack for details of the varieties, ingredients and allergens in this specific assortment.
Joybuy products for sharing
These products include water ice lollies, mini ice creams and individual sorbet sticks. Choose the number of pieces and varieties to suit your group, bearing in mind that these are different types of frozen treat.
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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 1 200 g
This pack of 12 individually wrapped water ice lollies can provide a treat for the group during a break.
Five flavours are listed. If anyone avoids certain ingredients, check the label for this product.
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POP POLO Water Ice Lollies, 10 pieces, 700 g
This pack of 10 individually wrapped water ice lollies is a good fit if ten portions are enough for your group.
Five flavours are listed. Count the pieces before buying if some players might want a second one.
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Magnum Mini Classic, Almond and White Chocolate, 6 pieces, 254 g
The six mini ice creams offer a choice of varieties for a small group, but won’t provide one each for six people if someone wants a second ice cream.
The listing for this assortment says it contains milk and may contain nuts. Check the label if this is relevant to anyone in your group.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
The 12 individually wrapped ice lollies make it easy to plan one per person for a group of this size.
The product name lists orange and cherry, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the pack contains two separate varieties. Check the label for ingredients and allergens.
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Pop Fruit Mini, Sicilian lemon and Sicilian blood orange sorbets, 8 pieces, 280 g
These eight mini sorbet sticks can be shared among a small group. Check that there are enough portions for everyone.
The pack lists Sicilian lemon and Sicilian blood orange varieties. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
How many ice lollies should you get for a gaming night?
Allow at least one piece per person if everyone wants an ice lolly, then add more if you’re planning a second round. Check the number on the pack: the products listed by ALDI France and E.Leclerc contain 12 and 20 pieces respectively, compared with 6 in some Magnum Mini boxes.
Do you have to choose an assortment?
No. An assortment is useful if people want different varieties, while a multipack of the same flavour can work if everyone likes it. Either way, check the ingredients and allergens for the exact product.
How do you compare portions of different sizes?
Look at both the number of pieces and the net quantity. The number tells you how many ice lollies you can hand out, while the net quantity shows the total amount. To compare nutritional information, the DGCCRF states that it is given per 100 g or 100 ml.
Where can you check allergens on a pack in France?
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack. The DGCCRF states that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on food labels. Also look for any “may contain” warnings.
How should you store mini ice lollies after buying them?
Follow the instructions for the product you’ve bought and make sure you have room in the freezer. The Joybuy listing for a Magnum Mini assortment says to store it at −18 °C or below and not to refreeze it after thawing.