Bring in flavours from the land of the rising sun

Convenience retailers can bring Japanese flavours to consumers in an entirely different way with the new range of spirits from The Wasabi Company.
Packs of KitKat sharing bars sit on a wooden tray including KitKat Hazelnut, KitKat Double Chocolate and KitKat Salted Caramel.

KitKat invites consumers to Share in a break

Chocolate wafer bar brand KitKat is encouraging consumers to "break better" with its launch of KitKat Sharing Bars, ideal for sharing during gatherings.
Natasha Hunt, English Rugby Union player and brand ambassador, sits on a yellow bench in the middle of a rugby ground with a bottle of Volvic on the bench to her right, a towel to her left and a kit bag next to her left foot.

Volvic announced as Official Water Supplier of Women’s Rugby World Cup

Bottled water brand Volvic has been named as the Official Water Supplier for the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, complete with an on-pack promo.
Interior shot of a Hancocks depot displaying massive pallets of confectionery brands.

Hancocks announces next Sweetest Day event

UK confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has announced the next date for its in-store and online Sweetest Day event, offering retailers a trance of deals.
Promotional image of the Surf laundry detergent rebrand, with pack shots of the products against a pink background that has flowers. The text reads 'clean with joy infused fragrance'.

Surf washes up a new look

Laundry detergent brand Surf has unveiled its new "Joy-Infused" rebrand for its liquid and capsule range, complete with new mood-boosting scents.
John Swinney, first minister of Scotland, stands at a white podium in Bute House during a press conference.

ScotGov sets out pledge to stamp out retail crime

The Scottish Government has announced further support towards stamping out retail crime in Scotland as part of its Programme for Government.

Retailer groups slams Camelot support charges

RETAILER representative group the NFRN has criticised National Lottery organiser Camelot’s introduction of new 0844 payable telephone numbers for retailer support services. The organisation said...
Pack shots of Tilda Ready Meals including Vegetable Paella, Sundried Tomatoes & Beans and Chickpea Korma.

Tilda builds convenience with new Easy Meals range

Rice products brand Tilda has expanded into full meal solutions with the launch of its new ready-to-heat Easy Meals range, offering further convenience for shoppers.

Food inflation continues to trickle down

Food inflation continues to trickle down as industry bodies warn government not to be complacent on this with future costs on the horizon for many.
The two new releases highlight the raw character of two popular expressions.

The Glasgow Distillery plays to cask strengths

Ideal for Christmas and New Drinks, Scottish Grocer highlights two new expressions from The Glasgow Distillery and the Pickering's Gin Crimbo Limbo Calendar.
Pack shots of Irn-Bru Energy and Irn-Bru Energy Zero Sugar.

Irn-Bru Energy returns to store shelves

Irn-Bru Energy has made its return to store shelves across the country as AG Barr looks to drive energy sales through its loyal consumer base.
Bottles of Glasgow 1770 Small Batch Series Wine Cask editions including Constantia Wine Cask Matured, Syrah Wine Cask Matured and Pineau des Charentes Wine Cask Matured. All three bottles stand on top of a wooden barrel.

Glasgow 1770 whisky experiments with wine casks

Local distiller The Glasgow Distillery has announced three limited edition single malt whiskies for Glasgow 1770 that have all finished in rare wine casks.

Deposit return debuts at Musselburgh Iceland

Frozen food specialist launches reverse vending trial at four UK stores

Chocomel kicks off a playful side in TV campaign

Premium milk drink brand Chocomel has kicked off another round of marketing in the UK aiming to build on the playful nature of the brand.
Pack shots of Lucozade Energy Grafruitti.

Lucozade brings back Grafruitti flavour to the shelves

Suntory Beverage & Food has announced the return of the popular Lucozade Energy Grafruitti flavour as a permanent addition to the brand's line-up.

Taking real pride in Scottish produce

Scottish wholesaler Lomond The Wholesale Food Co is gearing up for its trade show set to take place in the SEC in May this year.