Two snack samples arrive, and the first question is “Which is healthier?” That question needs more information than a front label. For a workplace purchase, start with the job the snack has to do.
Compare the actual products
Name the offered makhana flavour and the offered trail mix. The Farmley trail-mix reference identifies a particular product, not the recipe of every mix. Ask for current ingredients, allergen information, net quantity and storage instructions for both candidates. Do not compare a flavoured makhana with an unnamed generic bag of nuts.
Run the same serving test
Use the planned setting: a reception portion, a staff break or a shared meeting. Keep the serving method consistent and record feedback on texture, flavour and practical handling. A gram of one product is not the same volume or eating experience as a gram of the other.
| Question | Makhana trial | Trail-mix trial |
|---|---|---|
| Exact reference | Named flavour and pack | Named mix and pack |
| Serving method | Weighed or sealed portion | Weighed or sealed portion |
| Practical result | Handling and acceptance | Handling and acceptance |
| Cost basis | Approved serving, not jar size | Approved serving, not jar size |
Compare the cost of the chosen portion
If a purely hypothetical 200g pack costs ₹300 before GST and your planned portion is 20g, the theoretical ingredient cost is ₹30 per portion before loss. That is arithmetic, not a Farmley quote or a recommended serving size. Packaging, labour, transport and unused food are excluded.
Make that calculation separately for each candidate using the portions you actually approved. Do not declare a winner from price per gram alone.
Keep the decision modest
You can choose one product for a specific service, or offer a clearly identified choice. You cannot conclude that a small tasting proves a nutritional benefit or universal staff preference. Ask for an itemised quote for the selected exact packs.
Frequently asked questions
Is makhana automatically a better nutritional choice?
This guide makes no such claim. Review current labels and seek appropriate advice for individual dietary questions.
Can price per gram decide the order?
It helps compare weight cost, but approved portions, handling and unused stock also affect the decision.
Should both samples be served in equal volumes?
Record your actual serving method; equal volume need not mean equal weight or cost.
Are ₹300 and 20g real Farmley specifications?
No. They are hypothetical cost and portion inputs for a transparent calculation.
Can we keep both options?
Yes, if exact product information, demand and the operating budget support the choice.
Make the next enquiry specific
Use the related buying guide for the wider decision, then send Mediators India an enquiry with the exact product or model, quantity, location and required date. Ask for current terms; availability and any optional service must be confirmed.