We highlight new products that Scottish c-store retailers might want to stock
1. Imperial Brands Rizla papers with limited-edition design
IMPERIAL Brands is set to draw attention to its Rizla papers brand with its new limited-edition design.
Available across the king-size papers, the new look comes in three different colourful designs that form a complete image when put together.
The final design – which features an interpretation of Michelangelo’s David sculpture – was chosen from more than 580 entries submitted via Instagram for a global competition that reached an audience of more than two million people.
Each pack has 32 king size papers with an MRRP of 99p.
2. Whole Earth Drizzler Salted Caramel
PEANUT butter brand Whole Earth has drizzled in a sweet touch to the range with its new Drizzler Salted Caramel.
Aiming to extend the brand’s reach into the desserts and toppings occasion, the new Drizzler Salted Caramel features a peanut butter base and is packed with plant ingredients to offer consumers a protein and high-fibre addition to their pudding options.
Each 320g bottle comes with an RRP of £3.79 and is made with 100% recycled plastic.
Nicola Turner, Whole Earth brand controller at parent firm Ecotone UK, said: “We wanted to offer people a healthier alternative to sweet toppings on desserts such as pancakes or ice cream.”
3. Elfbar 4-in-1 Prefilled Pod Kit vape
GLOBAL vaping firm Elfbar has launched a new 4-in-1 pod kit.
Marking the first four pod system for the brand, each device offers consumers up to 2,400 puffs in standard mode, with up to 3,200 puffs in economy mode.
The four pods can be switched out for a quick and easy flavour change as well, complete with a chargeable battery and a display to indicate how much power remains.
Chris Kader, head of PR and comms at Elfbar, said: “Our 4-in-1 serves as a practical and economical replacement for single-use vapes.”
4. Jam Shed Shiraz Mini Box from Accolade Wines
ACCOLADE Wines has unveiled its new Jam Shed Shiraz Mini Box format.
Available widely across grocery and retail channels, the new format contains 1.5 litres of the wine inside that is kept fresh for up to six weeks after opening.
Each box comes with an RRP of £14 as Accolade said it looks to branch further into innovation for wine packaging.
Lucy Ramsay, head of portfolio, innovation and sustainability for Europe at Accolade Wines, said: “With the festive season just around the corner, the launch of the Jam Shed Shiraz Mini Box couldn’t be more timely.”
5. Black Tot Historic Solera Rum
PREMIUM rum brand Black Tot has unveiled a new addition to its core range with the launch of Black Tot Historic Solera Rum.
It features a blend of rums from Guyana, Barbados and Jamaica that have all been aged using the solera technique, which is typically used for ageing wines such as sherry or madeira.
This is also the first time that a blend of rums from these countries has been aged using the solera technique, says parent firm Elixir Distillers.
The final result comes in a 700ml bottle at 46.2% ABV, with an RRP of £64.95 per bottle, offering an ideal Christmas gifting option.
