Alcohol-free boom?
SALES of alcohol-free wine in the year to the end of last summer boomed compared to the year before (they were up 42% according...
New look for ale
MCEWAN’S Export has a new can design, part of the brewer’s plan to remodel the heritage brand for the 21st century.
The new McEwan’s Export...
Drinking over lemons – Alcoholic beverages
BEER has come under considerable pressure from other long drinks in recent years, including cider and new styles of flavoured alcoholic beverages, premixes and...
Let it snow
THE Christmas design on Lees mini snowballs boosts seasonal sales, said Bert Croll, sales director of Lees of Scotland.
“We always see a strong and...
Christmas comes early with Cadbury
For festive success don’t delay, says Mondelez
Launching more sparkle
CONSUMERS are increasingly choosing prosecco instead of Champagne for their celebrations, says International Brands Limited.
The firm has added two new varieties to its...
New thirst for glass apple
Range extended to three
Premium off sales
WHEN people entertain at home, they like to treat guests – and themselves – to the best
In the festive spirit
LANDMARK Wholesale is offering a new money-saving promotion which it says is ideal for retailers stocking up for the festive season.
Drink to a healthy Christmas
CHRISTMAS might be about indulgence for some but health is a major consumer interest currently.
As we head to the festive season Sunmagic says it...
Show off to share novelties boom
SALES of Halloween products have doubled in 10 years according to Bestway Wholesale and its sales director Tony Holmes says independent retailers can make...
Festive fair
SHOPPING for Christmas gifts should be fun but can be stressful. Some manufacturers are keen to give retailers and consumers the chance to spread...
Continental union
Holyrood Distillery has brought together three non-traditional rum producing countries in the launch of its new blended rum.
More FTG for 2018
EQUIPMENT supplier Fri-Jado UK Limited reckons its ready to help retailers make the most of the growing food-to-go trend in 2018
Scots seeking Scottish
CONSUMERS want brands that reflect their Scottish heritage for Burns Night
Taste of the summer
AG Barr has added three new fruity flavours to its Caribbean sparkling drink range, KA
