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Flavour in a fresh package

AHEAD of the festive season, single malt Scotch whisky brand Speyburn has added a new limited-release expression to its portfolio.
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RTD takes fruit flavour route

THE future of RTDs lies in mixed fruit flavours, says VK. Responding to developments in other drinks, and ahead of the busy Christmas sales...

C-stores can win with Burns Night

Catering to fans of poetry and mashed potatoes alike, Burns Night offers retailers a welcome seasonal opportunity in the wake of Christmas – and 2021 provides some unique opportunities for retailers
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Scotland the real UK cider country

Value sales are in better shape north of the border
Strongbow Dark Fruit. The Heineken-owned flavoured cider, launched ahead of summer last year – said to have taken a 5% share of off-trade cider sales within eight weeks of launch.

Here for the long term

IT may not be quite the booming drinks category that it was three or four years ago but cider is still very important to...
Pack shots of Hidden Sea wine including its Chardonnay and Shiraz Cabernet.

Hidden Sea reveals a new look

Premium Australian wine brand Hidden Sea has unveiled a new look across its UK range aiming to highlight its commitment to ocean health.
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Keep it cool this winter

When it comes to ready-to-drink beer and cocktails, convenience has the edge THE term ‘cocktail party’ may still carry connotations of wealthy socialites in the...
Promotional image for Club Peroni Nastro Azzuro featuring bottles of the beer as well as a Peroni branded glass filled with the beer next to the bottles. There is a mobile phone with the Club Peroni homescreen on it amongst a blue design. There is a QR code as part of the promotional image to invite customers to join the Club.

Peroni launches loyalty programme Club Peroni to support off-trade

Italian lager brand Peroni Nastro Azzurro has launched an innovative loyalty rewards programme for its off-trade customers with Club Peroni.
Tomatin's new range of Italian cask finish whiskies will have appeal for St Andrew's Day celebrations.

Drams good for a celebration

St Andrew's Day represents a great opportunity for convenience retailers to gain additional sales and encourage consumers to trade-up by stocking quality whiskies.
The new Dairylea Lunchers from Mondelez International.

Market News | Dairylea, Funkin Cocktails, Butterkist, Captain Morgan

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.

Time to get the beers in

BIG nights in, especially sports-related big nights in mean beer to many shoppers. It will be important to have the main Scottish market leaders...

The new champion

PREMIUM bottled ale McEwan’s Champion has launched a special edition with an added ingredient. McEwan’s Champion Whisky Edition, in 500ml bottles, is a blend of...

A final push

Convenience channel spirits sales hit a high in the week between Christmas and New Year, says Glenfiddich, Grant’s and Hendrick’s owner William Grant &...

Hunting a bargain

PMPs are performing well for German herbal liqueur brand Jägermeister.
Summerhall Distillery founders Marcus Pickering and Matt Gammell

Winging into Scotch whisky

The Edinburgh-based distillery behind Pickering’s Gin has entered the whisky category with the launch of a new blended scotch.
Brewdog and Mackie's join up to launch "Two Scoops"

Doric duo tie up to create unique beer

The new stout "Two Scoops" marks a partnership between Mackie's of Scotland and Brewdog using honeycomb from Mackie's and Brewdog's brewing skill.