Darker future?
TAX changes have benefited beer sales in Britain in recent years and continuing pressures on pubs have seen sales move to the off-trade, says...
Two masterclasses in creating gin
Two unusual and enticing gins have come to market that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking for aficionados of the spirit.
New malt shaped by the Skye
Isle of Skye Single Malt Distillery brand Torabhaig has launched its new limited edition single malt that has been matured in sherry casks, Cnoc Na Mòine.
Don’t forget the honey
AFTER what they say was the successful launch of environmentally conscious brand Planetbee’s South African Chenin Blanc earlier this year, distributor Morgenrot and brand...
VK unveils the return of its Chocolate Orange flavour
Pre-mixed cocktails brand VK has unveiled the return of its divisive Chocolate Orange flavour for the festive season, to drive up extra sales in the off-trade.
A new life bears fruit for Cider Retailer of the Year
Our winner: Muirside Stores
Elaine McIntyre and her husband Derek own Muirside Stores Ltd, trading as Spar, Tullibody – the Scottish Grocer Cider Retailer of...
New look aims to attract new enthusiasts
TOMATIN Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has a new look as part of a package designed to raise awareness of the whisky with new...
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,...
Tomatin launches The Sherry Collection trio of malts
Highland distiller Tomatin has unveiled a trio of new single malt expressions in its Sherry Collection, displaying the influence sherry casks have on whisky.
GK Barry partners up with Echo Falls for Limited Edition Summer Berries wine
Social media sensation GK Barry has partnered up with Echo Falls wine to launch a new limited-edition Summer Berries Fruit Fusion bottle.
Celebrating neighbours
Research by wine brand Barefoot has revealed that almost half of UK residents now consider their neighbours friends, a 19% increase from 12 months ago
Australian rules for Scots wine lovers
AUSTRALIAN wines are ace, ripper and bonzer according to Scottish consumers. Wines from down under are described as favourites by 23% of Scottish wine-drinkers,...
Love Drinks expands La Liqueur
Global drinks firm Love Drinks has expanded on its range of La Liqueurs from Japan with the addition of the new La Matcha Liqueur.
Park flavour for Scottish gin brand
Ben Lomond Gin has launched its first flavoured variants, following the roll out of its debut London Dry-style gin last year.
Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 2. The Famous Grouse
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.2 – The Famous Grouse.
Fizzing towards £100m increase
THE team behind sparkling wine brand Freixenet has unveiled a new category blueprint that it reckons could help retailers unlock more than £100m worth...
