Local produce highlighted across Scotmid stores
SIX Scottish food and drink brands have been celebrated as part of Scotmid’s annual Scottish Favourites competition.
Launched as part of Scotland Food & Drink‘s Scottish Food and Drink September, the competition is designed to support local producers by raising up their profile, open up routes into retail markets and bring some innovative Scottish food and drink produce to convenience shoppers.
Following a rigorous judging process, the six food and drink brands selected as winners are:
• The Gin Bothy (Angus) – Scottish Chilli Jam and Scottish Strawberry Jam.
• Cosmo (Midlothian) – Margherita Pizzini and BBQ Chicken Pizzini Twin Pack.
• Nudie Snacks (Glasgow) – Soured Cream & Chive and American BBQ Sweet Potato Chips.
• PK Foods/Mr Singh’s (Glasgow) – Chicken Bhuna Curry and South Indian Garlic Chicken Curry.
• Yester Farm Dairies (East Lothian) – Cottage Cheese and Luxury Soft Cheese.
• Nakey Bakey (Fife) – Mixed Berry and Strawberry Mango Fusion Granola.
Each winning supplier will receive a Scotmid listing with products expected to launch across selected stores during 2026, subject to final ranging and rollout plans.
Steven Addison, local sourcing manager at Scotmid, said: “Our Scottish Favourites competition has grown year on year and is now a recognised route to market for Scottish producers. As ever, selecting the winners was a real challenge, with a high standard of creativity and quality across the entries.
“We’re proud to support local suppliers and help innovative brands take the next step in their retail journey. This year’s winners demonstrate just how dynamic and forward-thinking the sector is, and we’re looking forward to working with them as their products launch in our stores in 2026.”
Angus Bell, UK market manager at Scotland Food & Drink, said: “Scottish Favourites continues to provide an important opportunity for ambitious producers to engage with retail and showcase their products to a wider audience.
“Scotmid’s commitment to local sourcing and to championing innovation plays a valuable role in supporting the growth of Scotland’s food and drink sector and Scotland Food and Drink are delighted to have partnered with Scotmid again.
“The winners combine creativity with commercial appeal. Whether reinventing familiar favourites or responding to emerging consumer demands, these businesses are helping to grow our brilliant food and drink sector in Scotland.”
