Spar launches new 1kg Pick ‘N’ Mix sweets
New Pick 'N' Mix confectionery bags have rolled out to select Spar stores across Scotland, England and Wales, offering consumers a nostalgic sweet hit.
Branching out into biscuits
Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats (MCD&T) has brought the Galaxy brand into the biscuit category.
Keep taking the tablets
Brands giant says sweets business is show business
SUCCESS in confectionery is all about showcasing core products with a great display, according to major chocolate,...
It’s fudge in a new format
Mondelez International has extended its range of Cadbury brand chocolate bags with the launch of Cadbury Fudge Minis.
Available in 120g bags priced at £1.99,...
Sugar free to appear on TV
MINT brand Trebor has added two new sugar-free varieties to its portfolio.
Trebor Mighties are available in Mint and Berry Mint flavours.
The launch is being...
Galaxy boldy goes to a new look – revival of its classic strap-line
GALAXY has a new look to accompany the revival of its classic strap-line: “why have cotton when you can have silk?”
On August 11...
Chance to fashion a win every day
Fashion-conscious consumers are being given the chance to win a prize every day from September right up until Christmas with Kinder Bueno.
As part of...
World of Sweets teams up with Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir
World of Sweets has marked the 130th anniversary of Bonds of London with its new share bags in partnership with Vicky McClure's Our Dementia Choir.
Acting on impulse
Treats still the driving force behind strong impulse sales
EVERYONE likes a treat from time to time and there’s something satisfying about an indulgent spur-of-the-moment...
Seeking a taste of something special
Premiumisation trend could be good for c-stores
CONFECTIONERY has been going through some changes, with reformulations and new product development to meet the demands of...
NPD to keep things sweet
Swizzels has been expanding popular brands with new flavours and formats .
You caramel be serious about Terry’s new Chocolate Ball!
Terry’s caramel be serious with its new Chocolate Caramel Ball
The choc of the new
‘Innovation’ is still the watchword in confectionery
THE UK confectionery market has seen a proliferation of new sweets and chocolate over the past year. And...
All wrapped up for TV appearances
£7.9m spend on chocolate brands
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.
Recipe for fruit sales
Wrigley launches multi-million pound investment to grow sales of its brands.
THE three vital ingredients in growing the sugar confectionery category are new product development,...
