Meet the maker: Jimmy’s Iced Coffee

Jim Cregan, founder of Jimmy's Iced Coffee, sat down with Scottish Grocer to talk about the history of his brand and ambitions for the future.
Pack shots of Extra Refreshers Raspberry Watermelon.

Extra unveils new Watermelon Raspberry Refreshers variant

Mars Wrigley has rolled out a new Watermelon Raspberry flavour for its Extra Refreshers brand, aiming to recruit more shoppers into the gum category in doing so.
FareShare works hard to redistribute food and drink to groups across Scotland.

FareShare plea to food sector

Charity FareShare is appealing for more "food partners" as it faces massive demand for help because of the cost-of-living crisis.
Scottish Wholesale Association Achievers Awards logo against a blue background.

Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards adds after-party event

The Scottish Wholesale Association has announced the addition of a new after-party celebration to its upcoming Achievers Awards ceremony.
A glass with ice cream and a bar of Flower & White inside it stands behind a pack of Flower & White Salted Caramel Meringue Bar.

Finsbury acquires Flower & White snacks

Baked goods firm Finsbury Food Group has acquired Flower & White in a bid to strengthen its position across the healthier alternatives market.

A boon to smugglers?

3% extra rise in duty for rolling tobacco ‘step in the wrong direction’ CHANCELLOR George Osborne has been strongly criticised for potentially lending a helping hand...
Talysis says its new VOX system can provide insights when users simply ask a question of it – similar to Alexa or Siri.

Convenience in brief | Talysis, AI, Avens

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Talysis, Ingredient Communications and Avens Retail.

Industry leaders back FM’s DRS delay

Industry leaders from across the convenience channel have welcomed the new measures introduced by new First Minister Humza Yousaf, including the delay to DRS.
Pack shot of Made for Drinks Mr Trotter's Pork Scratching Flavoured Potato Crisps.

Made for Drink unveils Pork Scratching Crisps

Bar snacks-style brand Made for Drink has unveiled a new collaboration with pork scratchings brand Mr Trotter's for its new Pork Scratching Crisps.

Barr set to heat up sales in soft drinks

AG Barr is pushing retailers to capitalise on the summer heat this year with its wide range of brands to help appeal to a number of consumer desires.
Nisa Local

CMA gives Co-op green light on Nisa

Way clear for Co-op to take over Nisa business
David's Kitchen owner David Sands

David Sands joins Spar Scotland

DAVID Sands Group has joined the Spar Scotland symbol in a partnership that brings together two of the most well-established names in Scottish retail. A...

Rewards from JET

Phillips 66 Limited has been giving Scottish motorists the chance to win some prizes at the pumps as part of its latest campaign for JET fuel.
Andy Murray stands in a tennis court holding a mug that says 'Walkers Spectator Coach' on it.

Andy Murray steps into coach role in Walker’s Shortbread campaign

Former tennis ace Andy Murray has taken on a new role on the court as the 'Spectator Coach' as part of Walker's Shortbread's latest marketing campaign.

New chiefs in role position

Bestway has continued to strengthen its senior teams with three new hires for the wholesaler, along with two further appointments to its retail outfit.
Pack shots of Florette PMP bags including Crispy and Mixed.

Florette bolsters independent support with PMP range

Bagged salad brand Florette has introduced its first range of PMP packs in a bid to drive up additional sales across the convenience channel.