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...
Bring the festival home
ED Shoebridge, head of customer marketing at C&C Group, reckons launches and promotions of fruit ciders have added dynamic energy to the cider market.
He...
Tomatin unveils new 10 Year Old Single Malt bourbon matured whisky
Highland distiller Tomatin has unveiled its new 10 Year Old Single Malt Bourbon Cask whisky that has been specially crafted for the grocery channel.
Fresh summer tastes from Edinburgh Gin
Edinburgh Gin has launched two new fruity flavours in its RTD range in time for the warmer summer months that the brand reckons will be popular in the weather.
High hops for low alcohol
BROOKLYN Brewery is the latest brand to try its hand at low-alcohol beer, in the shape of its new Brooklyn Special Effects range.
Scotland’s most valuable off-trade cider brands
Does fruit hold the key?
OUR current millennium is in its 15th year. In that period one of the most fascinating drinks categories has been...
Brands that increased sales by more than 10%
Major movers: Off-trade – Scotland’s most valuable brands
It’s not uncommon for newly launched products to achieve significant sales or for high percentage growth to...
Opening up the sails in UK stores
Sailing into the UK just in time for Christmas is Specialty Brands’ Boatyard Sloe Boat Gin.
Marie Brizard serves up spring inspiration with Spritz cocktails
French liqueur and syrups brand Marie Brizard has served up some cocktail inspiration for the spring with a trio of Spritz serves.
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...
Serving the big night bar – essential drinks
Big nights in have provided opportunities for c-stores in many product categories. It means the beers, wines and spirits section is going through...
Fans ask for coconut gifts
IN a first for the brand, coconut-flavoured, rum-based drink Malibu has released a Christmas gift pack. The white pack includes snowflake cutouts designed to...
Feedback leads to phase two
TREASURY Wine Estates has launched a second wave of price-marked packs, with packs priced at £6.99 and at £7.99 a bottle, following a trial...
VK introduces new ‘enhanced RTD’ with Squashka range
RTD brand VK has introduced its new range of 'enhanced RTD' drinks with the launch of VK Squashka, inspired by a new TikTok trend for pre-drinks.
PET extensions take the party outdoors
AS more people socialise outdoors during summer – with barbecues and garden parties at home and by attending outdoor concerts or having picnics on...
Chill to your advantage
BEER, cider and other long drinks play an important role in serving the big-night-in market, and beer has a strong appeal to TV football...
