Monster Energy sets sail on new flavour Viking Berry
Drinks giant Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has brought a Scandinavian touch to the Monster range with its new Monster Juiced Viking Berry variant.
Heineken plugs premium beers and ciders
Premium beers and ciders, such as Moretti and Old Mout, will be popular throughout the festive season with shoppers looking to treat themselves, says Heineken UK.
Scotland’s Top Alcohol Brands: No.2 The Famous Grouse
Spotlight on The Famous Grouse, the No. 2 Scottish alcohol brand of 2022.
Aldi Scotland crowns East Kilbride local as its national beer lover
Aldi's National Beer Lover is unveiled as East Kilbride local Iain Mason, after he impressed judges with his home pub.
World of Sweets bolsters range with Vimto Jazzies
UK confectionery wholesaler World of Sweets has unveiled its latest addition to its Vimto sweets range with the new Vimto Jazzies.
Waitrose and Sainsbury’s fall into Wonderland
BrewDog Distilling Co RTD brand Wonderland Cocktails has announced new listings in Waitrose and Sainsbury's stores, with a new drink in the range as well.
Barista Bar and Spar Scotland partnership is thriving
Premium retail coffee offering Barista Bar, available exclusively to Spar Scotland, is shaking up the market and positioning itself as a must-have product for 2025.
Nisa CEO steps down
Nick Read, chief executive officer of Nisa Retail Limited (“Nisa”) has announced he is stepping down as CEO, ahead of an expected formal takeover...
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.
Walker’s rolls out Shortbread Mini Eggs for Easter
Walker's Shortbread has embraced the novelty of the Easter season with the roll out of its new Mini Shortbread Eggs packs to the retail channel.
JTI launches new trade platform
JTI has rolled out an updated and improved independent retailer focussed platform with JTI 360, offering the latest news updates and prize opportunities.
Scotland business rates frozen for another year
ScotGov has announced a freeze to business rates for another year, as retailers continue to face constant challenges to trading in the retail sector.
JW Filshill urges retailers to prepare for disposable vape ban
Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has urged its retailers to act now to phase out disposable vape stock with a new guide that covers off the legislation.
FSS puts retailers in regulation spotlight
Scotland’s stores should be transformed to drive customers towards healthier produce, according to academics at the Unviersity of Stirling
Irn Bru Snowman is back on TV
Irn-Bru's famous Snowman ad is back on the TV, helping many consumers kick off their festive seasons with the highly anticipated return of this annual ad.
Feedwell highlights pet care opportunities
The pet food category provides a massive opportunity to grow sales – but many Scottish convenience retailers aren’t making the most of it, reckon bosses at Feedwell Dog Food.
