Value conquers guilt
LOW prices help diminishing snack-related guilt for consumers who buy confectionery on the run according to biscuits, cakes and sweets manufacturer Lees of Scotland.
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Sugar choices go bigger and softer
MAIN trends in the confectionery market, according to Swizzels, include increasing interest in and purchase of large packs, and growing sales of gums and...
Gnaw Chocolate takes inspiration from classic puds in Christmas range
Premium chocolate bar brand Gnaw Chocolate has unveiled two new variants inspired by classic desserts as part of its Christmas range.
Novelty will not wear off
Mars Wrigley is ready for the final push towards Easter, with expanded distribution for some novelty treats and a host of classic shell eggs.
A sporting return for Ritter
Ritter Sport’s popular Taste the World range of chocolate bars is back on Sainsbury’s and Ocado’s shelves, bring consumers flavours from across the globe.
Another lower sugar release
Wine Gums are the latest brand to get a low-sugar makeover, with parent firm Mondelez releasing a new variant that contains 30% less sugar.
Make it a cracker with confectionery
Treats take on new life at Christmas time
Golden Casket recruits some minions
Screen appeal is a sweet deal
Health focus only adds to premium’s appeal
Consumers seeking out something special, firms say
THERE can be few adults in Scotland who don’t have some memory of scavenging the bottom of Gran’s...
Chup full of goodness
CHUPA Chups has expanded its sugar free range with Chupa Chups Good For You.
A taste of the traditional
When it comes to trends in sugar confectionery, well-established brands continue to be key to the category, according to Gillian Clarke, senior brand manager...
Clever cookie solutions from Baked by Rich’s
Baked by Rich's aims to get more of its fresh branded cookies into convenience stores with its new thaw and serve concept.
Festive chocs on the rise
CHRISTMAS chocolate saw sales value rise 5.3% in 2013 said Cadbury brand owner Mondelez International as it launched its festive range for this year.
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Mars Wrigley rolls out new Twix Hazelnut flavour
Mars Wrigley is set to entice more shoppers to the confectionery category across stores with its new Twix Hazelnut variant.
Reese’s makes a frightful return for Halloween with a chance to win tickets to...
Reese's has unveiled its Halloween themed range for 2025 with a competition that gives shoppers the chance to win tickets to an exclusive screening of Scream 7.
Fruit-tella unveils two new multipack formats
Perfetti Van Melle has expanded on the flavours for its Fruit-tella multipacks as the brand's Summer Fruits and Berries & Cherry variants join the format.
