Bigger format for RTD

Global Brands has extended its Flare Cocktail offer by introducing 70cl bottles as well as a new flavour to the range

Vault City rolls out Last Christmas Wham sour

Edinburgh-based sour beer brewery Vault City has rolled out a festive brew inspired by a duo of 80s favourites with its Last Christmas sour beer.
A line-up of Martini vermouth bottles stand on a marble table. (From left to right) Martini Fiero L'Aperitivo, Rosso Vermouth, Bianco Vermouth, Vibrante L'Aperitivo Vibrante Non-Alcoholic and Floreale L'Aperitivo Non-Alcoholic.

Bacardi unveils a new era for Martini vermouth

Spirits giant Bacardi Limited has unveiled a new look and bottle shape for Martini vermouth in a bid to bring more premium credentials to the brand.
Pack shots of Glencadam American Oak Reserve and Tomintoul Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cash Finish.

Glencadam and Tomintoul head to Tesco whisky ranges

Two award-wining single malts from Angus Dundee Disitllers brands Glencadam and Tomintoul have rolled out across Tesco stores for the first time.
Pack shots of Peacock Cider Passion Fruit & Guava.

Kingfisher Drinks struts out with the new Peacock Passion Fruit & Guava cider

Premium world beer, cider and spirits firm Kingfisher Drinks has announced a new flavour for its Peacock Cider brand with the new Passion Fruit & Guava drink.
Cans of Greggs beer are stacked around the box the brews come packaged in including the Pink Jammie Pink Ale and the Gosforth 1939 Stottie Lager.

Greggs brews into the off-trade with a new range of beers

Food-to-go retailer Greggs has brewed up something special for Christmas as its launches its first ever range of beers into the off-trade.
Pack shots of Four Loko Remix Pulse and Remix Blitza variants.

Four Loko unveils new high ABV Remix range

RTD brand Four Loko has unveiled its next evolution with the launch of its high-ABV Remix range, complete with two new flavour variants.
Pack shots of Vogo party pouches in Raspberry Blast, Tropical Deluxe, Strawberry Splash and Citrus Zing.

Bring a spirited party with new VOGO pouches

Scottish drinks firm Young Spirits has introduced a new concept for the Scottish convenience RTD category with its new VOGO party pouch range.
Pack shots of Knights Cider Premium Pear cans.

Knights Cider expands with Premium Pear

Aston Manor cider brand Knights Cider has unveiled its new Premium Pear variant, blending together pears and apples in one can for shoppers.
Smirnoff has added to its flavoured range with the launch of coffee-flavoured Espresso Smirnoff. Absolut vodka has launched a PMP on its 50cl size. Valt, the single malt vodka, is to appear in Sainsbury’s stores in Scotland.

Express service – Vodka update

HOW do you give Britain’s biggest-selling vodka a boost? Earlier this year drinks giant Diageo ensured its massive brand Smirnoff stayed full of beans...
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Joining the craft

FORMER prime minister Gordon Brown bounced back on to the political scene recently. But, if historians in the future debate his impact on the...

Will you have to tell shoppers to cut down?

Drinks retailers and others may be expected to contribute to decreasing alcohol consumption in Scotland if a Scottish Parliament committee’s recommendation is taken up. The Local...

Create a buzz and think spirits

WITH the countdown for Christmas truly underway, convenience stores must decide which are the best drinks products to stock to make the most profits,...

Cashing in on Dad’s big day

DRINKS distributor Maxxium UK reckons this month’s Father’s Day provides an excellent sales opportunity for convenience retailers and the firm is urging store owners...

Vodka brands choose the rainbow

Two of the biggest vodka brands in the Scottish off-trade have launched campaigns supporting LGBT rights, with both brands highlighting that 2017 marks 50...
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Getting off to a dry start

ALONG with taking down the decorations, cutting down on alcohol consumption is a post-Christmas tradition