Innovation drives chocolate forward
AN increasing number of chocolate lovers prefer blondes, if category growth figures are to be believed.
Getting into a tropical mix up
FERRERO is mixing things up within its Tic Tac Mixers range with a new tropical flavour set to replace Tic Tac Mixers Peach to Lemonade.
Chocolate – everyday pleasure of 8m Brits
AS chocolate fans of all ages around the UK got ready to crack open Easter eggs and bunnies last month, leading research organisation...
Frighteningly good sweets
Swizzels is prepared for a spooktacular Halloween 2019.
Skittles launches new Citrus flavour for the summer
Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has brought a bold new twist to the Skittles brand with the launch of Skittles Citrus into the category.
Bags of choice for every taste
Bagged confectionery has become an important part of the store for many retailers and appeals to a broad range of shoppers from children looking for a quick treat to adults planning a night in front of the TV. We spoke to some prominent Scottish retailers to get a picture of what is happening in the category.
Hancocks shares must-stocks for Easter season
Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is urging retailers to make the most of the longer Easter season this year by stocking up on a strong range of themed treats.
Free to be sweet
Fruitella has launched two completely sugar-free products, Fruit Foams and Fruit Gums.
Brand manager Matthew Navier said: “Data shows that 92% of consumers are actively...
Roll up for summer
PREMIER Foods is bringing back its special-edition Cadbury Ice Cream Flavour Mini Rolls range, targeting families on the lookout for a sweet treat to...
Putting a price on success
Mondelez reports 4% growth for sharing bags
Fruit-tella Sticks to expansion with Berries & Cherry
Global confectioner Perfetti Van Melle has expanded on the Fruit-tella Berries & Cherry variant with a new on-the-go Stick format pack.
Sharing for TV night in
WITH families and groups of friends gathering round televisions to watch the cream of world football contest this summer’s World Cup finals tournament, demand for big night in products will be high
Special tin for Christmas
Big Bear Confectionery has created a series of special products to help retailers maximise their return from the festive season
More treats with fewer calories
The latest addition to the Burton’s Biscuit Company ‘less than 100 calories’ range of biscuits and snacks is Maryland Oaty Cookie Bars
Ethical cacao can add value
Scottish producer makes trip to Peru
A SCOTTISH chocolate maker made his way to the mountains of Peru last month where he met with the...
Ferrero focusing on festive season
The brand are heavily investing in Christmas NPD .
