Mackie’s highlights chocolate gifting opportunity
Mackie's of Scotland says there are plenty of opportunities for chocolate gifting during the festive season and retailers should be keen to make the most of these.
Peperami has an Animal return
Peperami's meat-crazed mascot Animal is set to make its return to TV screens across the UK in a new ad following a ten year absence for the anarchic character.
Meet the Maker – Dole Sunshine Company
Andrew Bradshaw, UK sales director at Dole Sunshine Company, gives an insight into the inner workings of the fruit cup company.
Concerning start to 2025 as inflation hits a 10-month high
While inflation hit a 10-month high at the end of January, it did little to dampen Scottish spirits as many families embraced local celebrations in earnest.
Education ‘will help smokers to switch’
Educating both consumers and retailers about nicotine alternatives to smoking is key to enabling adult tobacco consumers to make the switch, reckons vape brand IVG.
Market News | Nakd, Tyrells, Weetabix, Trek
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Chupa Chups counts down with new Advent Calendar
Confectionery brand Chupa Chups has unveiled its new advent calendar, complete with 24 daily surprises throughout the advent season.
More than 2m using e-cigs
Adult vapers triple over the last two years. One third use the product to give up; two-thirds also smoke tobacco.
THE number of adults using...
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.
Awards Profile – Independent Retailer of the Year
Jaz's Premier in Grangemouth was the winner of the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 Independent Retailer of the Year honour. We've been catching up with owner Jaz Ali to find out more about what makes his store so outstanding.
PayPoint builds on gaming offer with Fortnite vouchers
Payment services provider PayPoint has partnered up with Epic Games to include vouchers for Fortnite as part of its services for retail partners.
New York Bakery introduces Christmas packs for bagels range
New York Bakery has added a festive touch to its line-up for 2025 with its new, limited edition Christmas pack designs across its bagels range.
Market News | Galaxy, Bottlegreen, KP Snacks, LU
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Business rates poundage capped by Budget
DEREK Mackay has confirmed the Scottish Government will alter in the poundage figure used to calculate business rates next year, while at the same...
Lucozade unveils new major brand overhaul
Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I has unified the Lucozade brand for the first time with its three sub-brands featuring a new TV campaign and pack design.
SBF rolls out new Ribena promotion
SBF GB&I is giving consumers the chance to win cash prizes, experience vouchers or holiday packages as part of its latest on-pack promotion for Ribena.
