Red Bull runs home with new multipack

Red Bull is set to drive up the take-home energy drinks mission with consumers with the launch of its new variety four can multipack.
Mumtaz Ali and his wife took to the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024 stage to receive the Tobacco Retailer of the Year accolade.

Awards Profile – Tobacco Retailer of the Year

Scottish Grocer has been catching up with Mumtaz Ali at his Best-one Mace South Bridge store in Edinburgh after it was named Tobacco Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024 ahead of his impending retirement.
Pet treats are a major area of growth in the category, according to Mars Petcare.

Appeal to the pet shop buys

Petcare is a category where convenience retailers really can drive up profits, as it outperforms FMCG as a whole and shoppers are prepared to splash out on quality goods, according to Mars.
SGF president Graham Watson says retailers can’t afford to invest in their business because they are swamped with the rising cost of doing business.

SGF launches Scottish Election manifesto

The SGF has highlighted its key priorities for the next Scottish Government to consider in the convenience industry ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May.
Pack shots of Castle MacLellan Chicken Liver Parfait and Mushroom Pâté.

Castle MacLellan builds artisan foods range with new Pâté and Parfait

SCOTTISH artisan foods brand Castle MacLellan has gained distribution in Tesco for its new parfaits and pâtés and introduce its range to shoppers.
Food to go is becoming increasingly important in convenience, reckons Lumina Intelligence.

Trends insights that can drive growth

Insights experts from The Knowledge Bank and Lumina Intelligence have been sharing trends analysis that is set to benefit both convenience retailers and Scottish food and drink producers.
A bottle of Bladnoch The Wave whisky sits in the middle of a stream of water which parts around the bottle.

Bladnoch kicks off new whisky series with a Wave

Bladnich has revealed the next chapter in its Master Distiller's Collection with the launch of The Wave I: Time & Maturation, exclusive to its website.
Lactalis highlights the importance of provenance on packaging for its cheeses.

Cheddars flying the flag for Scotland

Product provenance is a key purchase driver for Scottish shoppers – and Lactalis UK & Ireland reckon that’s why its Orkney, Galloway and Seriously cheese brands remain popular choices.
Interior of Spar Crosshouse

Wholesalers explain symbol benefits for retailers

New year, new fascia: Symbol groups are ready to support retailers through cost-of-living crisis.
The Co-op store on Old Station Road, Biggar, has reopened after a major revamp.

Convenience in brief | Co-op, Biffa, Loch Lomond Whiskies

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from the Co-op, Biffa and Loch Lomond Whiskies.
Bradley Scanes, former Formula One coach, stands holding a bottle of champagne in one hand and a trophy in the other.

Bradley Scanes takes on director role at AG Barr

Former Formula One coach, Bradley Scanes, has been appointed as the new people performance director at AG Barr to embed positive habits across the business.
Pack shots of McCoy's Flame Grilled Steak and Hot 'N' Spicy variants with a promotional callout across the packs.

KP Snacks launches new McCoy’s promotion

Snacks firm KP Snacks has announced a new promotion across its McCoy's brand, complete with prizes for retailers and consumers alike to win.
Hamlyns of Scotland products

Oat-cuisine is a growing trend

Healthy options and value for money are two key drivers for shoppers when it comes to breakfast choices, according to Hamlyns of Scotland.
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Lidl owner to be Euro tops

Analyst predicts discount group will overtake Carrefour in European food and drink retail and that UK and France will see major multiple convenience growth LIDL...
Pack shots of Tic Tac Two Spearmint , Strawberry & Lemon and Raspberry & Lime.

Ferrero doubles up for Tic Tac Two launch

Pocket confectionery brand Tic Tac has unveiled its latest piece of innovation with Tic Tac Two, offering consumers a dual layered flavour experience.
Variety packs of Swizzels sweets in an array of colours.

Drop happier memories in baskets with Swizzels

Tempt consumers with a sweet tooth to pick up on retro confectionery delights as Swizzels reckons the drive for sweet nostalgia remains a key consideration.