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Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Convenience in brief | Tomintoul, Jisp and Aldi news
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Tomintoul Distillery, Jisp and Aldi.
Cheers to new vodka RTDs
The Coca-Cola Company and Pernod Ricard have teamed up to create Absolut Vodka & Sprite, while Diageo is using its Ciroc vodka in two new sparkling RTDs, with the newcomers set to help boost sales in convenience stores.
Starbucks extends no added sugar fraps
Arla is out to grow the demand for balanced Frappuccino variants with the launch of its Starbucks Frappuccino Caramel No Added Sugar drink.
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.
De Kuyper keeps cocktails convenient
De Kuyper Royal Distillers aims to simplify the at-home cocktail serve with its new range of RTD cocktail options made with William Grant & Sons.
Chocomel kicks off a playful side in TV campaign
Premium milk drink brand Chocomel has kicked off another round of marketing in the UK aiming to build on the playful nature of the brand.
Awards Profile – The Innovation Award
Premier RaceTrack Pitstop Bearsden was the winner of The Innovation Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023. We've been catching up with retail manager Guna Sud and store manager Leigh McCarter to find out more about what makes the store so special.
United in providing full retail support
Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) are already gearing up for the Day-Today Trade Show 2024 – but that's just part of a comprehensive package for its retailers.
Cost of crime skyrockets for convenience
The Scottish Grocers' Federation has highlighted the financial burden and mental stress many convenience retailers have been facing in its latest Crime Report.
Easter treats from World of Sweets
As Easter weekend is early this year, retailers should stock up as soon as possible to make sure they can offer their customers a wide variety of celebratory products, say bosses from World of Sweets, which has a range of new products.
Strongbow offers an arrow of Zest
Heineken UK has added a zesty new arrow to its Strongbow quiver with the launch of Strongbow Zest Cider which will roll out to convenience next month.
Nisa enhances convenience in Thurso
Nisa has unveiled the results of a £260k investment into one of its symbol stores in Thurso following an investment from a local retailer.
IVG aims to offer vape debate solution
Vaping device brand IVG believes its 2400 product could be the answer to many concerns that the public have around disposable vapes.
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.
Mr Porky can deliver a protein fix
Pork snacks can suit a number of shopper missions – from consumers wanting to bring a taste of the pub to their home to gym goers seeking a protein boost, reckons Tayto.
