Long tall profits – Maxxium UK
LONG, refreshing alcoholic drinks, versatile spirits and innovative ready-to-drink mixes are the keys to summer stocking according to premium spirits distributor Maxxium UK. And,...
Don’t be afraid to go big on soft drinks
Summer may be over, but Halloween presents retailers with the opportunity to boost their soft drinks sales.
Dreaming of a wine Christmas
THERE are few categories to compare with wine when it comes to consumers’ willingness to experiment and try something new
Wind still in energy sales
Plenty room for growth, firms say
ENERGY has been a stand out soft drink success in recent years and summer provides retailers with an opportunity...
Fright night boosts sales
Next month we can expect analysis and research from a number of companies about Halloween’s effect on retail sales. What did they say about...
Sweet treats for vegans
RAW Chocolate Company (RCC) has unveiled a new SKU for consumers seeking a plant-based alternative at the chocolate fixture.
Bubble bubble toil and trouble
Plastic bags fit for bursting with confectionery may last long in the memory, but the occasion can also be big business for soft drinks.
Low sugar is a winning formula
SUGAR reduction is at the heart of the recent reformulation of the Volvic Juiced water range, with all new variants containing levels of 4.9g...
Sweets for monsters
Individual seasonal confectionery is now worth £1.1m according to Mondelez International and it has launched a series of Halloween-themed products designed to catch seasonal shoppers’...
Gin takes a swing
SCOTTISH gin brand Darnley’s Gin has taking a swing at sports sponsorship, reaching a new partnership deal with the Ricoh Women’s British Open.
The deal...
Stork with butter’s Easter campaign
UNILEVER UK is launching a new £1.6 million Easter marketing campaign to promote Stork with Butter, comprising of TV, social and digital VOD marketing.
The...
Bringing More to the forecourt
As one of the country’s first KeyStore More retailers, Garry Haigh of Peterhead is heading into 2018 with a new shop and loads of ideas.
Setting up for the summer
Firms make their thoughts known
Crossing the Rubicon
Rubicon has entered the energy category, as AG Barr expands its big-can range following the departure of Rockstar from its portfolio
Mulling things over
Jam Shed has relaunched its mulled wine campaign ahead of the festive season, with recipe neck tags on its Shiraz variant
Reaching a major milestone
PREMIUM dark chocolate brand Bendicks has been celebrating its 90th anniversary – a milestone that the brand reckons proves its enduring popularity with consumers.






















