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.
A can of Cîroc Colada sits in the grooves of a cactus with the text 'BOLD IS BEAUTIFUL' at the top of the image.

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)...
Pack shots of Murhpy's Irish Stout 440ml can four can multipack.

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.
A person holds a bottle of Havana Club Añejo 7 Años against their side in the image on the left whilst another bottle of the rum stands on a table in the image on the right, the bottle has two cocktail serves standing alongside it.

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
Dunedin golden rum

Baby it’s gold inside

THIS winter sees the release of what is being called ‘Scotland’s first golden rum’.
Promotional image of Cruzcampo Sevilla Orange launch featuring a can of the new beer and classic Cruzcampo sitting on a windowsill on a wall.

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
Black Tower Rose and Fruity White variants

Wine gets a beach body

German wine brand Black Tower has a new look
Halewood Wines & Spirits

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...
ben lomond gin

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.
Tanqueray bottles

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
Campo Viejo Campaign

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...