Tapping into the hot trend of 2021
Drinks firms predict strong growth for RTDs as consumers seek out low calorie options
First Minister opens Luss Distillery
First Minister John Swinney has officially opened the new multi-million pound Luss Distillery, which owner Loch Lomond Group says will help boost tourism and the spirits industry.
Glasgow 1770 unveils new trio of Small Batch whisky
The Glasgow Distillery has unveiled its latest trio of whiskies in the Small Batch Series as the distiller continues to experiment with wine cask finishes.
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...
Fruity and Crabbie’s
AHEAD of summer Crabbie’s has added an option to ginger with a new product designed to appeal to young adult customers who prefer sweet...
Brewers ready to build on gains
THE off trade has thrived during the pandemic, as local convenience stores plugged the hospitality-shaped gap created by Covid restrictions.
The right time to reassess the range
NOW is the perfect time for retailers to reassess their RTD and hard selzter offer, according to spirits giant Diageo.
WKD aims to create a rush for blush
SHS Drinks is setting out to attract the new generation of RTD consumers with the launch of WKD Blush.
The new line – a 4% ABV,...
Committed to making change
SUSTAINABILITY matters; it matters to the environment, but also increasingly to beer drinkers.
A tale to tell
Malcolm Waring, distillery manager at Old Pulteney, believes the key to selling good whisky is having a tale to tell.
Mini rosé should keep sales sweet
Wine brand Barefoot has launched its White Zinfandel rosé in a mini 187ml format .
Malibu is tickled pink
Malibu has now released two RTD strawberry products .
Some crafty new brews
NORTH Yorkshire brewery, Rooster’s Brewing Company, is set to launch six new small-batch beers following an £850,000 investment in a new brewery and taproom.
Saucy serve in a bottle
St Andrews distiller launches new RTD
Triple whisky from Glasgow
GOOD things come in threes, so the saying goes, and The Glasgow Distillery reckons it has proven just that with the launch of a...
Bullish Broughton Ales
One of the most visible benefits has been a marked increase in beer sales in the off trade, growth which Scottish brewery Broughton Ales reckons it is well placed to capitalise on
