Eight more in the bag
Spar Brand has revamped its small bag confectionery, adding eight new variants to the range, comprising 45g and 60g packs all with an RRP...
Share boost for bag sales
ENTHUSIASM for sharing helped the value of chocolate sales grow by 0.9% to £3.9bn in 2015 says Mars Chocolate.
Trade communications manager Bep Dhaliwal said:...
Swizzels kicks off summer with new Squashies flavours
Swizzels has unveiled its two latest flavours for the popular Squashies range with the new Sour Shooting Stars and Tropical variants.
Blocks away
CHOCOLATE. Is there anything it can’t do? It’s high in antioxidants, a natural anti-depressant, and contains theobromine, which kills the bacteria which cause tooth...
Deal on the right track
MACKIE’S is steaming ahead on the distribution deal front, after reaching an agreement to supply the Caledonian Sleeper with chocolate.
Softs selling well
HANGING bags are driving growth for Swizzels according to figures sourced from IRI Marketplace
Innovation aims to keep sales sweet
Many c-stores have moved to extend ranges and embrace new styles of retailing as consumers carry out more substantial top-up shopping and look for...
A record year for chocolate farmer
Mackie’s of Scotland sold enough bars in 2019 to stretch from Glasgow to Edinburgh and back
Mondelez marks Jubilee
MONDELEZ is marking the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with two commemorative Cadbury packs.
Smooth vegan NPD
Vegan confectionery brand Nomo has added a new free from Hazelnut alternative to its portfolio
The sweet favourite
When it comes to sweet treats, chocolate is the nation’s favourite and the latest figures from Key Note show that its value continues to grow...
Say ‘chai’ to green tea mints
US brand Sencha Naturals is launching in the UK with its range of Green Tea Leaf Mints, which are designed to combat bad breath...
Protecting people and the planet
Ferrero has confirmed its commitment to making the palm oil industry good both for people and for nature, with the publication of its new Palm Oil Charter.
Something sweet from the Swiss
SOME sweet Swiss flavour is what Ricola hoped to offer UK consumers with its latest launch
Bags more gum choice
WRIGLEY has added a new on-the-go pack to its Extra sugar-free gum range, with the launch of a re-sealable 21-piece hanging bag.
Peppermint and Spearmint...
Brands across the water
A sweet taste of America is becoming increasingly popular on this side of the Atlantic according to Eurofood Brands, the distributor of the Hershey’s...







































