Dram funny
BLENDED whisky brand Whyte & Mackay is the new sponsor of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival
It’s the most wonderful time for a beer!
With Christmas Day falling on a Sunday last year, retailers saw the largest-ever ‘final week’ of trading in 2016, resulting in increased performance across sales
Scotland’s most valuable off-trade RTDs+ brands
Sooped up
AT Scottish Grocer we often speak of certain drinks as young adult brands. They’re not exclusively for young adults, of course, but often...
Malta makes it into a can
BEER importer Morgenrot has expanded its international selection
Three key appointments for retail industry
There have been three key appointments that are relevant to the convenience channel, with announcements relating to the Scottish Retail Consortium, Scottish Alcohol Industry Partnership and Greens Retail.
Making Mexico holiday plans for 2015
THE UK and Mexican governments have declared 2015 the year of Mexico in Britain.
And, in response, Global Brands has identified opportunities to promote Amigos,...
Brewers predict pandemic boost to beer sales is set to continue throughout 2021
Current beer category trends suggest Scotland’s convenience retailers can also expect a strong 2021, as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect consumer behaviour – including their approach to beer
The Antiquary rolls out whisky gift ideas for Father’s Day
Highland distiller Tomatin has rolled out a trio of whisky suggestions for Father's Day this year from its blended whisky brand The Antiquary.
Free increases as full slips
“In Scotland anecdotal evidence from customers has shown a sharp increase in demand for alcohol-free products since the introduction of the new drink driving...
It’s ale about a quality offer
In the on trade, the days of “a pint of your cheapest” are a thing of the past, as the rise of craft has generated interest in quality brews with a bit of authenticity.
Smokehead is out to rethink drinking
Smokehead whisky is out to reinvent the way we drink whisky by changing the shape of the glass after partnering with Blown Away winner Elliot Walker.
Belhaven assures quality in beer
When it comes to consumer's beer selection this Christmas, plenty will be looking to quality options and Belhaven reckons award winning ranges could be key.
New Funkin cocktail best served in the cold
Funkin Cocktails is set to prove that cocktails aren’t just for the summer sun with its new Salted Caramel Espresso Martini variant.
Stars launch the new look
LUCKY stars under the caps on new-look bottles will win Stella Artois Cidre consumers prizes ranging from limited-edition chalices to an adventure on a...
Ready and thrilling
New flavours, formats and designs aim to keep RTDs, cocktails and spirit beers on trend
FOR the young adult consumer, innovation is key – be...
English rugby stars front new Rémy Martin VSOP campaign to bring shoppers to the...
Cognac brand Rémy Martin VSOP has teamed up with 'The Good, The Bad and The Rugby' podcast stars to introduce its range to a wider consumer base.
