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Britain’s top sweets revealed

Prospectus Global has found Britain's top sweet choices in new market research which finds many consumers are looking to more retro options.
Confectionery retailing experts

Let’s talk chocolate

When it comes to predicting chocolate confectionery trends for 2014, who better to ask than Scottish convenience retailers. WITH chocolate confectionery, the possibilities for consumers...

Traditional treats move with times – J&A Ferguson’s

SWEETMAKER Golden Casket says its J&A Ferguson’s chocolates are “luxury treats” and are ideal for shoppers who are looking for something different to give...

New retro product for Bonds

BONDS Confectionery has added a new product, Sherbet Straws, to its retro-themed portfolio. The 110g bags contain four flavours of sherbert: orange, lemon, cherry...

Bags bursting with berrys

STARBURST parent firm Wrigley has a fruity proposition for the bagged confectionery category, having recently launched new Very Berry variants of the fruit chew...

Christmas selection

Mars has unveiled its Christmas range for 2020 complete with NPD and returning favourites

Making the deal sweeter

Purse strings are getting tighter this year but retailers can still drive up some sales, according to sweets giant Perfetti Van Melle (PVM).

Pocket money-friendly PMPs

BAZOOKA Candy Brands is price marking its Mega Mouth, Juicy Drop Pop, Big Baby Pop and Push Pop brands. All will be less than...
The new Galaxy Smooth Mint offering from Mars Wrigley.

Market News | Galaxy, Bottlegreen, KP Snacks, LU

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.

Strong contender for fresh breath

LAST year more than 300m of its XXX Extra Strong Mints were consumed in the UK, according to Big Bear Confectionery. Head of trade marketing...
A new Ferrero Rocher ad and a Pancake Day ad for Nutella will appear on TV screens this month to support seasonal promotions for the brands.

Sharing on air for spring

FERRERO has launched seasonal ranges for its Ferrero and Kinder brands. Kinder Surprise is encouraging children and their parents to create stories online. Consumers will be...
Bazooka Candy Brands added Moshi Monsters Sour Gummies to its range earlier this year. Price-marked packs of Big Baby Pop and Juicy Drop Pop have also recently been introduced.

Kids sweets in value lead – Category growth

CHILDREN are impulsive when they’re buying confectionery, and they don’t necessarily plan their sweet shopping far in advance. And when they arrive at stores,...
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Toffee Twins aim for big break

SET to be available for its first Christmas is the latest Toffee Twin pack launched by traditional toffee maker, Walker’s Nonsuch earlier this year. The...

Sweet and low

HEALTH has become a major focus for many shoppers in recent years. As an indulgent treat, what role can chocolate play in this new health-focused landscape?
Swizzels Matlow

Sharing sweets retailing tips from Swizzels Matlow

• One of the most popular places for eating sweets is in front of the TV, especially on Saturday nights. Stock up and face...

Keeping consumers sweet

Newly launched in the UK after success across Europe, new snack brand Knoppers is hoping to make an impact in the confectionary market .