Macallan acquires Malcolm Allan and Macsween
Gordon Allan, director of Malcolm Allan, has announced his plans to retire as management of the business is acquired by Macallan Food Group.
Popcorn Kitchen pops Peter Pigs on the menu
Gourmet popping popcorn brand Popcorn Kitchen has rolled out its latest indulgent Kit with the new Peter Pigs, featuring Strawberry chocolate pig shapes.
Simon Howie ramps up Asda presence
Perthshire butcher Simon Howie has increased its presence across Asda stores with the firm's products rolling out to the supermarket's stores across the UK.
Rémy-Cointreau has a spirited range for Christmas
French spirits group Rémy-Cointreau UK is set to help make the Christmas season even more memorable with its varied spirits selection.
Retailers set to win in Pepsi Ice Cream competition
Convenience retailers have the chance to win an experience day with Carlsberg Britvic to mark the launch of the Pepsi Ice Cream Flavours range.
International Women’s Day – BAT
Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
Biffa takes legal action against ScotGov over DRS
Waste management firm Biffa has confirmed it is seeking legal action against the Scottish Government following the collapse of the deposit return scheme.
Mentos opens up to sharing
Perfetti Van Melle is set to grow the opportunity for confectionery sharing as the firm rolls out new Pouch Bags sharing packs across the Mentos brand.
Concern over alcohol duty rate changes
Convenience channel leaders have warned of the negative impact changes to alcohol duty rates will have on retailers, consumers and criminal activity.
Catering for Dry January – and Damp January
Accolade Wines reckons its Hardys Zero offerings will appeal to Dry January consumers' taste buds, while The Knowledge Bank has highlighted the Damp January trend.
White Claw unveils new Tequila Smash brand
Hard seltzer brand White Claw has unveiled its latest brand launch with its new Tequila Smash RTD cans, marking a new first for the brand.
DRS delayed until 2025
Scottish Government has delayed DRS until October 2025 following doubts over the scheme's viability after UK Government removed glass from the scheme.
Whisky bottler appoints new hires
The Single Cask is out to highlight the stories to be found with its whisky brands through the appointment of two new hires in its senior management team.
Bebeto unveils heartwarming Valentine’s sweets
Halal confectionery brand Bebeto has unveiled its new launches for Valentine's Day 2026 to provide consumers with unique treats for loved ones this year.
UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – Tennent’s
Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.
Scotland’s convenience retailers ‘better than rest of UK’
Scotland's convenience retailers are outperforming the rest of the UK, according to the latest Talysis data, which has been welcomed by the Scottish Grocers’ Federation.






































