Pulling power
IT has been another busy year for some of the UK’s biggest names in snacks – and it’s not over yet.
Through 2014, the brand...
Popcorn now as important as crisps?
POPCORN is now just as much a must-stock as crisps for convenience stores, according to Mackie’s at Taypack.
“The popcorn market more than doubled in...
Penrhos Gin unveils new Wonky Strawberry Gin flavour
Craft distiller Penrhos Gin has unveiled a limited-edition variant with the new Wonky Strawberry Gin, made from misshapen and surplus strawberries.
Are you a lover or a hater?
The advert aims to spark debate and drive sales of the packs
Shakes in demand
Lockdown hasn’t taken any wind from the sails of frozen milkshake machine supplier F’real
Pop go the flavours
BUTTERKIST launches two new flavours in its popcorn range this month.
Butterkist Choc Mallow Popcorn is available in a 170g bag and Butterkist Coconut and...
Energy brand cuts sugar ahead of tax
THE levy on sugary soft drinks that’s scheduled for this April will not affect the price of Boost
Afternoon is time for delights
Scottish consumers like sweet and savoury treats in the afternoon, according to a survey commissioned by Lanark-based biscuit manufacturer Border
Consumers go nuts for festive snacks
With the crisps, snacks and nuts category remaining a popular one, KP Snacks reckons upcoming Christmas celebrations will provide ample opportunity to push these sales further.
Blast from the past – Hankey Bannister whisky
A perfectly preserved bottle from the 1920s has inspired Hankey Bannister whisky to recreate the flavour in its new Heritage Blend.
The bottle was...
Adding two to the catch
REFLECTING modern menus in local chippies across the UK, Burton’s Biscuits has added a curry sauce flavour to its Fish ‘n’ Chips...
Tobacco giant aims to help retailers through changes
Imperial continues with legal action but says ‘be prepared’
Imperial Tobacco is launching Partnering for Success, a project designed to give retailers information and guidance...
The power season
With the Christmas run-in just around the corner what should retailers know about developments, trends and merchandising in the batteries market?
BATTERY sales are growing...
Pushing forward
R&D centre renamed after a biscuit legend
Jakemans aims to keep the nation motivated this winter
Menthol lozenge brand Jakemans has launched a social media campaign to highlights the importance of keeping voices soothed as the nation heads into winter months.
Value driving impulse sales
CONFECTIONERY brands have been putting their weight behind price-marked packs
