Barr is out to support retailers' sales this summer with its on-pack Euros promotion.

Barr and Lees tap into national pride

Well-known Scottish brands Barr Soft Drinks and confectioner Lees have been speaking about their hopes to boost sales as excitement builds for the Euros, with the national team taking on Germany in the opening match on 14 June.
A man wears a novelty false moustache in the image on the left as a man shows the sideburns he has grown on his face in the image on the right.

Simon Howie brings a hairy twist to Burns Night fundraising

Simon Howie's challenge to raise funds for SAMH PERTHSHIRE butchery brand Simon Howie has given Burns Night a hairy twist this January as it has...
A bottle of Mirror Margarita stands against a white backdrop.

Mirror Margarita makes it clear across Sainsbury’s

RTD cocktail brand Mirror Margarita is set to come to Sainsbury's stores this September, offering drinkers a unique cocktail serve for the home.

Belhaven tees up at the Fringe

Belhaven tees up at the Fringe with its own mini golf course next to its city centre pop up bar, Belhaven Bar on the Mound.

Elaine C Smith tops the bill

The Scottish Grocer can reveal the host for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 as Elaine C Smith, known for her TV comedy roles and Christmas pantomimes.
Retailers can. take advantage of the growing popularity of air fryers across the frozen section with the likes of McCain's products.

Air fryer out the financial worry

Frozen potato foods brand McCain is keen to ensure that retailers can make the most out of the wildly popular consumer trend for air fryers with its own McCain Air Fryer Quick & Crispy range.
Mentos Pure Fresh Gum Strawberry tub and duo pack are standing on a red platform with cut up strawberries around them with a pink background.

Mentos Gum rolls out a new Strawberry flavour to appeal to shoppers

Confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle has rolled out a new Strawberry flavour to its Mentos Pure Fresh Gum range to appeal to young shoppers.
Pack shots of the Christmas 2025 designs for the New York Bakery bagel range.

New York Bakery introduces Christmas packs for bagels range

New York Bakery has added a festive touch to its line-up for 2025 with its new, limited edition Christmas pack designs across its bagels range.
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

Call for shop crime statistics transparency

The Scottish Grocers' Federation wants shop crime prosecution figures to be made public in a bid to deter offenders and encourage retailers to report incidents.
Pack shots of the relaunched Diet Coke Cherry featuring the classic Diet Coke Cherry design.

Diet Coke Cherry makes a return to store shelves

CCEP has announced the return of Diet Coke Cherry for a limited time only, complete in some nostalgic packaging to build appeal with Diet Coke fans.
A person uses the Jisp Scan & Save feature on his phone to scan products in a store.

Jisp enhances its Scan & Save loyalty scheme

Jisp has rolled out a new barcode scanning software across its Scan & Save feature, in a bid to offer consumers a more seamless experience when using the app.

Showcase for Scotland’s strengths globally

Over 100 international buyers have descended on Edinburgh as part of Scotland Food & Drink's 'Showcasing Scotland 2024' event.
A multipack of KitKat Nescafé Mocha Flavour biscuits sit on a wooden table.

KitKat pairs up with Nescafé for new Mocha flavour

Confectionery firm Nestlé has unveiled its latest brand collaboration between KitKat and Nescafé with the new KitKat Nescafé Mocha Flavour biscuits.
A bottle of Eden Mill Golf Gin sits next to a golf ball on a tee in the middle of a green.

Eden Mill drives with Scottish Open

St. Andrews-based distiller Eden Mill has been named as the 'Official Gin' of the 2024 Genesis Scottish Open, seeing the brand on a global stage.
Graham Watson, of Premier Watsons Grocers, won the Industry Achievement Award.

The main stars of the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023

Two leading lights of convenience retail were chosen by judges to take away the top Entrepreneur and Industry Achievement honours at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Mondelez goes novel for Christmas drive

Mondelez International aims to build up excitement for Christmas throughout November with its novelty confectionery range from Cadbury and Toblerone.