Coca-Cola builds momentum for Absolut Sprite

CCEP is set to capture sales for those spur-of-the-moment social occasions this summer with its new campaign for its ARTD can Absolut Vodka & Sprite.
Heineken UK has highlighted the opportunities presented by Old Mout and Strongbow.

Heineken offers advice on cider category

Cider is big business in the UK, with NIQ data showing the category was worth £1.1billion last year, as it provides an all-year-round opportunity for convenience retailers, says Heineken UK.

Score bar experiences with Innis & Gunn promotion

Innis & Gunn is set to take to the streets of Glasgow and Edinburgh on 16 May to kick off its 'Win Your Own Bar' promotion for the Euros 2024.
Multipacks remain a strong addition to the cider section across convenience, says Kopparberg.

Kopparberg pushes multipacks for convenience

Swedish cider firm Kopparberg reckons it’s a no-brainer then that a strong range of cider options – especially multipacks – should be the order of the day as retailers look to prepare ahead for the incoming sun.

Waitrose high point for Lowrise

Full-strength and low calorie lager Lowrise has secured its first major supermarket listing as its makes its way to over 150 Waitrose stores across the UK.
From premium vodka to popular gin and RTD brands, Diageo offers solutions for retailers and consumers.

At-home cocktails should be in the mix

Cocktails are popular in the on-trade – and that trend crosses into the off-trade, where consumers experiment with creating serves at home – and Diageo has solutions to help boost c-store sales.

Ben Lomond Gin secures a double win

Loch Lomond distilled London Dry Gin Ben Lomond has received a double gold medal for its Original Scottish Gin on the worldwide spirits stage.

Wattshot makes a Scottish first

Premium gin shot Wattshot has made its way to the Scottish market as the gin rolls out to venues across Edinburgh and is available for online purchase.

The Single Cask bottles up a mood

Scottish bottling firm The Single Cask has launched a new series of whisky categories, in a bid to help whisky fans and newcomers alike.

Bonnington whisky mixes in sherry

Edinburgh based single malt whisky brand Bonnington has followed up on its inaugural release with the launch of its new Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask finish.
BrewDog points to a variety of formats it has for different big night in occasions.

BrewDog caters to key big night in occasions

Craft beer brand BrewDog reckons the big night in is more important than ever – and believes it has the formats to help retailers drive impulse sales.
BrewDog co-founder James Watt has released a personal statement on social media about his decision to step down.

BrewDog co-founder steps down as chief executive

BrewDog co-founder James Watt is stepping down from his role as chief executive and has been speaking about his decision and pride over the way the craft beer maker has grown over the last 17 years.
The four-can pack, including the Thatchers Zero variant, gives consumers more choice, says the cider maker.

Thatchers Cider takes leading role in Scotland

Thatchers Cider has been stressing the importance of the four-can pack format, while also telling retailers that data shows it is the fastest-growing cider maker in Scotland.

Beam Suntory on a Global rebrand

Beam Suntory has announced it has officially rebranded to Suntory Global Spirits, in a bid to highlight its position in the worldwide spirits market.

The Heart Cut spotlights a world of whiskies

Independent bottling firm The Heart Cut has teamed up with distilleries across the world to launch its new range of drams with six global whiskies.
The new Buckfast canned RTDs are available in either Original or Buckfast and Lemonade flavours.

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