A push for premium
MUCH has been made of premium and craft beer’s success, now a well-established subcategory in many Scottish convenience stores.
Cîroc Vodka unveils new Colada cocktail can
Premium vodka range expands on flavoured range
PREMIUM French vodka brand Cîroc has grown its portfolio of flavoured vodka drinks with its new ready-to-drink (RTD)...
Murphy’s Irish Stout rolls out new multipacks
Drinks firm Heineken UK is set to deliver a stout addition to retailer sales this St. Patrick's Day with new multipack formats for Murphy's Irish Stout.
Havana Club unveils latest global collaboration with Martine Rose
Premium rum brand Havana Club has teamed up with fashion powerhouse Martine Rose to launch a limited edition variant of the Añejo 7 Años 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
Baby it’s gold inside
THIS winter sees the release of what is being called ‘Scotland’s first golden rum’.
Cruzcampo introduces Sevilla Orange beer flavour
Heineken UK has unveiled its new variant for its Spanish lager brand Cruzcampo with the new Cruzcampo Sevilla Orange flavour.
Awarding returns for Innis & Gunn
Scottish craft beer brewery Innis & Gunn has picked up six awards across a range of prestigious titles marking a strong year for its range.
Heard it on the grapevine
THINGS are changing in the wine market and retailers offering more unusual grapes could do well in 2018
Wine gets a beach body
German wine brand Black Tower has a new look
Added twist
INDEPENDENT drinks company Halewood Wines & Spirits has added a raspberry mojito variety to its Caribbean Twist range. It has also made all of...
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.
Gearing up for summer success
Exceptional spirits growth a welcome boost for Scotland’s off trade retailers
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
Uncorking marketing spend
PERNOD Ricard has put its weight behind wine brand Campo Viejo, through the return of its ‘Decanta La Vida’ campaign.
Latin look
Global Brands is launching a new look for Amigos Tequila Beer.
Paying tribute to the brand’s Mexican character, the wording on the logo is changing...






































