PepsiCo and Swizzels competitions for retailers
Convenience retailers have got the chance to win cash as two well-known companies – PepsiCo and Swizzels – are running big competitions over the coming weeks.
White Claw aims for healthy sales
Bosses for the hard seltzer White Claw believe retailers can capitalise on the demand from younger drinkers for lower-calorie options.
ScotGov launches new vape consultation
The Scottish Government has launched a new consultation about the incoming disposable vape ban, which is set to run for six weeks.
Aperol Spritz moves to new canned format
The iconic cocktail serve the Aperol Spritz has rolled out into a canned format for the first time as Campari Group introduces its Aperol Sprits To Go cans.
Minimum pricing will go ahead
UK Supreme Court rules in favour of Scottish Government policy
MINIMUM unit pricing will go ahead in Scotland following a ruling by the UK Supreme...
Altos launches Strawberry Margarita ready-to-serve variant
Agave tequila brand Altos has expanded on its range of ready-to-serve cocktails with the launch of its new Altos Strawberry Margarita bottles.
Allwyn sets up for new Lotto game with launch boxes
The National Lottery operator Allwyn has sent out launch boxes to its retail partners to help prepare for the changes coming to the Lotto game on Sunday 7 June.
Awards Profile – Licensed Retailer of the Year
Scottish Grocer has been catching up with Spar Renfrew owner Saleem Sadiq to discuss the store's ever-evolving off-trade selection after it was named Licensed Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.
Baileys x Terry’s Chocolate Orange liqueur is back
A consumer festive favourite from last year – Baileys x Terry's Chocolate Orange Irish Cream Liqueur – is reappearing as a limited-edition release for this Christmas.
Stirling Distillery rolls into Co-op stores
Stirling Distillery has secured listings in 16 Co-op stores across Scotland, aiming to introduce its nettle gin to more shoppers in the country.
Skittles goes Gooey to the core in new flavour
Mars Wrigley has taken a new step of innovation with the Skittles brand as the firm launches its new Skittles Giants Gooey range, featuring a citrus gooey core.
Gravity Drinks brews a new Pumpkin Potion
Themed drinks producer Gravity Drinks has unveiled its latest offer for the Halloween season with its new Pumpkin Potion tropical vodka liqueur.
Lindt captures Dubai chocolate trend with new Pistachio Easter Egg
Premium Swiss chocolate brand Lindt is set to capture the Dubai chocolate craze this season with its new Lindt Lindor Pistachio Easter Egg.
Lea & Perrins in cheese on toast mystery
Lea & Perrins is launching limited edition Worcestershire Sauce bottles telling cheese on toast lovers to put the sauce on before the cheese.
Terry’s offers shoppers the chance to win £10k in new campaign
Chocolate brand Terry's is offering consumers to pocket £10,000 in cash as part of its new summer campaign to drive up opportunities for gift sales.
Budget must bring rates action
The Scottish Retail Consortium has called on government to publish a timetabled plan to “substantially reduce” business rates .

























