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Raising a glass to malt whiskies

Lesley Ann Gray, strategic lead for Scotland at market research company Kantar - analyses the year for the leading Scottish alcohol brands.

Focus on the future

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Vault City rolls out Last Christmas Wham sour

Edinburgh-based sour beer brewery Vault City has rolled out a festive brew inspired by a duo of 80s favourites with its Last Christmas sour beer.
Pack shots of Hobnobs Oaty Snaps Vanilla and Caramel variants.

McVitie’s Hobnobs expands with Oaty Snaps range

Global snacking firm pladis has rolled out its new McVitie's Hobnobs Oaty Snaps range that falls in line with English HFSS regulations.
Pack shot of McGhee's Halloween Empire Biscuits with skull and spiderweb designs on them.

McGhee’s brings a spooky touch to its Empire Biscuits with a new Halloween design

Glasgow bakery brand McGhee's has launched a deliciously spooky treat for October with its new limited-edition Halloween Empire Biscuits.
A tartan panel with the words "TOP 50 SCOTTISH BRANDS 2025" in it with the Worldpanel by Numerator logo beneath.

Top 50 Scottish Brands 2025

Discover which Scottish brands have climbed through the rank and who has been listed as the best of the best as the Worldpanel Top 50 Scottish Brands in Scotland is revealed for 2025.
Pack shot of SKE 15k Lemon & Lime with a refill of the variant standing outside its outer box.

SKE unveils first ever 15,000 puff vape range

Global vape brand SKE has unveiled its first ever device with more than 10,000 puffs with its new SKE BAR 15K range of vapes.

Coca-Cola has a citrus fresh launch

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has a zesty new launch in its flavoured colas category with the addition of two lemon flavoured variants to its range.
A retailer stands in their store behind the counter with a National Lottery 'Millionaire Made Here' sign on the table.

Allwyn shares the win with 20 National Lottery retailers

National Lottery operator Allwyn has rewarded 20 retailers across the UK £127k as part of its 'Share the Win' initiative to mark big winners in their stores.
Pack shots of VK Squashka range incluidng Apple & Blackcurrant, Cherries & Berries and Orange & Pineapple variants.

VK introduces new ‘enhanced RTD’ with Squashka range

RTD brand VK has introduced its new range of 'enhanced RTD' drinks with the launch of VK Squashka, inspired by a new TikTok trend for pre-drinks.
The new Swizzels biscuit range based on Squashies and Love Hearts that have been created by specialist manufacturer Baleigh.

Iconic Swizzels sweets made into biscuits

Two of confectionery giant Swizzzels' most iconic sweets – Squashies and Love Hearts – are being brought to the biscuit category for the first time.
Rami Baitiéh, chief executive of Morrisons, stands in front of a sign that reads 'We make Morrisons' as he is appointed president of GroceryAid.

Morrisons boss takes presidential role at GroceryAid

Morrisons boss Rami Baitiéh has been appointed as the new president of GroceryAid as the industry charity looks to expand its support across retail.
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.
Pack shots of Sour Patch Kids Peach, Maynards Bassetts Tropical Mix and Sour Patch Kids Paradise Twist.

Sour Patch Kids and Maynards bring tropical vibes

Mondelēz International has unveiled a trio of NPD for its sugar confectionery brands with new Sour Patch Kids and Maynards Bassetts flavours.
Chivas Brothers has shared its energy tech with the industry.

Chivas Brothers shares sustainability knowledge

Chivas Brothers is sharing its sustainability technology developments with others in the whisky industry in a bid to cut emissions.

Asda builds Foundation of support

Asda Foundation has opened up invitations to its second round of grants following highland dance group Dannsairean Màiri's own success story with a grant.