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Two people hold small tubs of Mackie's of Scotland ice cream next to a Caledonian Sleeper branded cart with the Caledonian Sleeper sign in the background.

All aboard for new Mackie’s competition

One lucky winner is set to win a trip on the Caledonian Sleeper train service as well as a year's supply of ice cream in a new competition from Mackie's.

Will you have to tell shoppers to cut down?

Drinks retailers and others may be expected to contribute to decreasing alcohol consumption in Scotland if a Scottish Parliament committee’s recommendation is taken up. The Local...
Pack shots of WKD X Citrus Ice and Purple Grape cans.

WKD expands on X range of drinks

Caffeinated RTD drink WKD X has rolled out two new flavour variants to its core range alongside the first dedicated media campaign for the sub-brand.
Multipacks remain a strong addition to the cider section across convenience, says Kopparberg.

Kopparberg pushes multipacks for convenience

Swedish cider firm Kopparberg reckons it’s a no-brainer then that a strong range of cider options – especially multipacks – should be the order of the day as retailers look to prepare ahead for the incoming sun.
Promotional image for CCEP's Christmas campaign for Coca-Cola.

Coca-Cola spreads festive joy in Christmas 2025 giveaway

Drinks giant CCEP is set to bring some extra festive joy to consumers with a new on-pack promotion as part of its Christmas marketing activity.
Cans of Hive Mind Honeyade, The Scottish Bee Company Chocolate Spread with Honey jar and bars of GNAW Chocolate with Honeycomb and Caramel are all grouped together to mark World Bee Day.

Trio of bee-corp brands unite for World Bee Day

B-Corp firms Hive Mind Mead, The Scottish Bee Company and GNAW Chocolate have teamed up to support World Bee Day this year.
Jamie Sanders, from JTI, told SGF delegates that the illegal trade harmed their businesses.

Plea to join war on illicit tobacco trade

Scottish convenience store retailers have been hearing from JTI UK public affairs manager Jamie Sanders why it is important for them to help crack down on illicit tobacco sellers.
Promotional image for the launch of Flyers Cherry liquorice straws.

Flyers loads in Cherry to liquorice range

Liquorice confectionery producers Flyers has added a new tangy Cherry flavour to its range, aiming to build on the demand for sour sweet options.
Pack shots of KitKat Chunky Crunchy Double Choc bars.

Spar UK rolls out new KitKat Chunky bar in exclusive deal

Spar UK has secured another exclusive distribution deal with Nestlé as the limited-edition KitKat Chunky Crunchy Double Choc rolls out to the symbol's stores.
Pack shots of Ben & Jerry's Sundae Brookies & Cream and Ben & Jerry's Non-Dairy Bohemian Raspberry with branding from the band Queen on the lid.

Ben & Jerry’s launches a Rhapsody of flavour options

Ice cream brand Ben & Jerry's has announced the return of its Bohemian Raspberry flavour in partnership with UK rock band Queen, alongside a new Sundae option.
Pack shots of Jolt Strips including Spearmint and Raspberry variants.

Feel a Jolt with new Nicotine Strips

Jolt Nicotine Strips reckons it can provide consumers with a discreet and innovative solution for nicotine cravings as many seek new options due to incoming product bans.
A family line up at the start of the Simon Howie Puddin Race ready to take part in the fundraiser.

Simon Howie launches first Puddin’ Race fundraiser for SAMH

Scottish butchery brand, Simon Howie, is set to hold its inaugural 'The Puddin' Race' run next Burns Night to raise funds for SAMH.
Packs of Caramac including a bar, multipack of bars and sharing pack, sit on a white wooden background with pieces of the blonde chocolate around them.

Caramac is back on the shelves

Classic chocolate confectionery brand Caramac has made its return to store shelves for a limited time only as Nestlé brings back the staple sweet after it was discontinued in 2023.

It’s a cracker!

Aldi and Highland Fine Cheeses join forces to find the cheesiest joke Aldi Scotland and Highland Fine Cheeses have launched a hunt for the nation’s...
The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment Programme's Business Support Research Survey aims to cover the industry's entire supply chain.

Net Zero survey open for Scottish food and drink firms

The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment Programme has launched an industry-wide Business Support Research Survey and is urging firms across the sector to take part.
Headshot of Lesley Ann Gray

Cheers to beers and fine drams

Lesley Ann Gray, strategic lead for Scotland at market research company Kantar – which provides the listing of the top 50 Scottish non-alcohol brands in Scotland and the top 10 Scottish alcohol brands in Scotland, analyses the year for the leading Scottish brands in Scottish food and drink retailing.