A taste of the curious

Edinburgh based sour beer makers Vault City Brewing has found the top ten cities most likely to try new flavours across the alcohol section.
Matt Collins, trading director at KP Snacks, has Rugby World Cup advice for c-store retailers.

KP urges retailers to seek snacks to sales conversion

The bosses at KP Snacks reckon that convenience store retailers can capitalise on friends gathering together to watch the forthcoming Rugby World Cup matches.
Aspall Cyder 2025 marketing campaign.

Aspall Cyder is set to elevate the cider category this summer

Premium cider brand Aspall Cyder has kicked off a new marketing campaign to help position the brand as a go-to option for consumers for "elevated social occasions".

Counting on cash

ATM-using forecourt customers spend more than others and more than eight in 10 consumers plan shopping trips with ATM availability in mind, says new...

Are the days of cash coming to an end?

Bank cash handling charges and changes to payment service commissions have put independent retailers under pressure but some consumers now expect to give up...

Compleat Food grows the plant-based offer

The Compleat Food Group has acquired plant-based cheese brand Palace Culture as part of its ambitions to be the number one chilled prepared food firm in the UK.
People at Fife Creamery's Kirkcaldy site are no more than a minute away from an AED unit.

Fife Creamery invests in community

Dairy firm and wholesaler Fife Creamery has introduced defibrillators at its Kirkcaldy site for the benefit of staff and visitors.
Man In Front Of Spar truck

Spar Scotland takes to the TV

SPAR has been appearing on the small screen as part of a new media campaign for the retail brand.
Angela Constance, justice secretary for the Scottish Government.

Justice for Scottish postmasters delayed

New legislation set to be introduced today will exonerate postmasters south of the border as Scotland confirms its own law could be on the way.
Karen Gillan stands in front of a portrait as part of an art design for Compass Box whisky.

Avengers star Karen Gillan fronts Compass Box whisky

Star of Marvel's Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy Karen Gillan has returned to her Scottish roots as the new face of Compass Box's Hedonism whisky.
UWS has identified significant growth initiatives across the business to the benefit of retailers and suppliers.

UWS sets out bold vision for the future

Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) have revealed their ambitious plans to grow the business and become the perfect partner for its retailers and suppliers.

Gin Bothy calls for gin protection

Award-winning spirits producer Kim Cameron, owner of Gin Bothy, has called on Westminster to protect Scottish gin from imitation through GI status.
Minah Shannon from BBC's The Traitors stands holding a red book with the title 'Jane Hare' whilst holding her index fingers to her lips to tell people to shh.

The Traitors star Minah teams up with Mars to keep Easter treats hidden

BBC's The Traitors star Minah Shannon has teamed up with Mars Wrigley to roll out a range of limited-edition Easter books that house a secret of their own.
Jay was delighted to be presented with the Entrepreneur Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Awards Profile – Entrepreneur Award

Scottish Grocer has been catching up with multiple-store retailer Jay Javed about his ambitions to further grow his business after he won the Entrepreneur Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.
Bottle of the newly designed Panther M*lk drink sit on top of a wooden table.

Lap up the cocktail opportunity with new Panther M*lk bottles

Plant-based RTD cocktail brand Panther M*lk is keen to capitalise on sales from younger drinkers with its new sleek bottle design and extended flavours.
Kathryn Neil and the SGF Healthy Living Programme team have been visiting Spar stores for tours with youngsters.

Convenience in brief | Spar Scotland, SGF and Asda news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Spar Scotland, the SGF and Asda.