Premier Cupar Store bagged the Independent Retailer of the Year honours at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2022.

Awards Profile – Independent Retailer of the Year 2022

The final profile for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2022 saw us catching up with our Independent Retailer of the Year – Premier Cupar Store – and discussing the importance of keeping the customer happy.

Glenmorangie offers eastern flavours

Capturing the sensory wonders of Tokyo in a bottle ROSSSHIRE-based distillery Glenmorangie has delivered a unique taste of Japan with the launch of its latest...
A range of wind turbines across a stretch of the sea.

Scotmid secures 10 year green energy deal

Scotmid Co-op stores are set to benefit from a supply of green energy following a deal between five Co-ops and renewable electricity generation firm RWE.

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...
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.
Dr Roger Henderson, GP and spokesperson for Olbas, sits at a table with pack shots of Olbas Bath and Olbas For Children Inhalant Decongestant Oil.

Olbas prepares parents for cold season

Decongestant brand Olbas has recommended retailer to stay well-stocked on its range of winter remedy options to support parents during the flu season.

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...
KeyStore Express Cults was named Tobacco Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Awards Profile – Tobacco Retailer of the Year

Scottish Grocer has been catching up with Chris Cobb at KeyStore Express Cults, which was named Tobacco Retailer of the Year at our 2023 awards thanks in part to its customer-first mentality and willingness to adapt to change.

ScotGov announces one year rates holiday

RETAILERS are set to benefit from 100% business rates relief to the end of the 2021/22 financial year. Scottish Government finance secretary Kate Forbes MSP...

Rewards from JET

Phillips 66 Limited has been giving Scottish motorists the chance to win some prizes at the pumps as part of its latest campaign for JET fuel.
The left image has a bottle of Luxardo Aperitivo stands next to The Pink Aperitivo serve with oranges, herbs and nuts around the glass. The image on the right has a bottle of Luxardo Limoncello with a Luxardo Limoncello Spritz serve next to it on with a blue and white tea towel next to the glass on the table.

Spritz of refreshment from Luxardo

Italian drinks brand Luxardo is set to help consumers enjoy some simple cocktail serves this summer with two drinks for its Limoncello and Aperitivo spirits.
Hamlyns products now come in eco-friendly paper bags – meeting consumer sustainability desires.

Hamlyns lays out its green credentials

Responding to the rising demand for more sustainability support with consumers, Hamlyns of Scotland has introduced new paper packaging.
A can of Funkin Cocktails Sour Apple Martini stands next to a martini glass with the drink inside it and a slice of green apple garnished on the glass. This is shot against a green background.

Funkin Cocktails unveils Sour Apple Martini cans

Canned cocktails brand Funkin Cocktails has expanded on its nitro drinks range with a fruit-filled option in its new Sour Apple Martini serve.

Mixed bag Budget for retailers

THERE was good news and bad for retailers in Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s first Budget today (11 March). Alcohol duty has been frozen across the board,...
covid sign on high street

Covid rules relaxing for retail

FROM Monday (9 August) self isolation rules are set to change in Scotland, in a move that could reduce staff shortages for retailers. In a...
A bottle of Sarti Rosa splashes down in a liquid with two wine glasses next to it fill with the spirit and fruit, with pieces of fruit splashing into the liquid as well.

Sarti Rosa aperitif lands in the UK

Italian aperitif brand Sarti Rosa has made its way to the UK as the Campari Group aims to drive up excitement for the Spritz cocktail market.