Long drinks in Olympics sales surge
HOT weather and the Olympics in Rio combined to boost demand for alcohol, according to researcher Nielsen.
Beer and cider were the big winners, with...
Evapo offers fake vape advice
Vape retailer Evapo has rolled out a new initiative to help consumers spot a fake vape with fears around the rise of the illicit trade due to the incoming ban.
Pergola introduces a new tequila can
Pergola Drinks is out to add a premium touch to the canned cocktail market with its Tequila & Tonic cans, which the firm claims is a market first flavour.
KP Snacks plugs flavour gap with McCoy’s Salted PMP
Savoury snacks giant KP Snacks has introduced its McCoy's Salted crisps to its PMP range, which will hit shelves from 26 January 2026.
Vitawell revamps health supplements range
Vitamins and supplements brand Vitawell has unveiled its new brand identity with a focus on simplifying access to the wellness sector for shoppers.
Planting some pastry options
Motivations to stick to plant-based diets will stay strong with consumers despite rising costs, says a boss at The Compleat Food Group.
Support for local suppliers
The Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has launched a new local sourcing project in a bid to engage its members with more Scottish producers
SGF looks to the future
The SGF Annual Conference makes its return on 12 & 13 October with plenty of industry insights and insights into the future of retailing.
Production kicks off at Eden Mill distillery
Independent distiller Eden Mill has officially completed the commissioning of its new distillery as the firm kicks off production for its gin and whisky ranges.
Government begins crackdown on youth vaping
The UK Government has set out its intentions to crack down on the illegal sales of vaping devices to under 18s with a new review.
Coca-Cola introduces new lime flavour
Coca-Cola is launching a zesty lime-flavoured variant for both its Original Taste and Zero Sugar ranges, with the soft drinks giant saying it will boost sales for retailers.
Mixed reviews for minimum pricing
One month in retailers assess the controversial policy
Counting the cost of Brexit
Remaining competitive a top priority for retailers
A month on from the UK’s vote to leave the EU industry voices have lined up to express...
Bacardi makes cocktails simple
Bacardi brings the Eristoff vodka brand to the RTD market for the first time with the launch of two new fruit flavoured drinks in cans in time for Christmas.
Cadbury rolls out new Grab and Go pack format
Cadbury has unveiled a new Grab & Go format pack for its Dairy Milk range in a bid to cater to shoppers seeking out more convenient pack sizes in stores.
Agent predicts c-store growth
Retail property prices rose by 11.3% after three years of decline.
C-stores still dominated by small businesses but multiples moving in.
CHANGING shopping habits are...
