Warming up to cheese
WHEN the warm weather arrives, retailers should make sure to include cheese in barbecue displays.
Coca-Cola shares hope
Coca-Cola has drafted in the support of singer Katy Perry as part of its Open To Better campaign
Milking dairy based drinks
Flavoured milk is on course for a fantastic summer, according to data provided by Mars Chocolate Drinks and Treats (MCD&T)
Bestway and Red Bull team up
Red Bull and Bestway Wholesale have joined forces to launch a new category tool for independent retailers
Cans with a big heart
Nichols PLC has relaunched its sustainable soft drinks brand Feel Good Drinks
Taste of the summer
AG Barr has added three new fruity flavours to its Caribbean sparkling drink range, KA
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
Sugar free tropical energy
A trip to a tropical island may be off the cards for now, but Lucozade Zero is bringing the taste of summer to us with its new release
Getting ready for a busy summer
Some of the biggest soft drinks brands serving Scotland’s retailers still expect 2021 to be a big year for the category, with plenty of opportunities for retailers to tap into
Sweet deals for mothers
Nisa has announced a raft of in store promotions on a range of sweet treats as it gears up for Mother’s Day
Eggcellent additions
Premier Foods is springing into action this Easter with two new seasonal additions to its Mr Kipling and Cadbury Cake ranges
Marking 50 years of Creme Eggs
Mondelez is celebrating Cadbury Creme Egg’s 50th birthday this year. To mark the occasion, the firm has invited retailers to take part in its Golden Goobilee campaign, which promises to drive footfall with cash prizes to be won
Hancocks hopping into Easter
Margins of up to 65% are available from Hancocks Easter confectionery range, according to wholesaler
Pints on hold for Paddy’s day
Unfortunately for on-trade operators, stout fans craving their next pint of Guinness will need to be patient, as Covid-19 restrictions are unlikely to be lifted any time soon
Bring a bit of Ireland home
Consumers may not be able to embrace all things Irish down their local pub this St Patrick’s Day, but that surely creates an opportunity for Scotland’s convenience retailers
Spreading grocery spend
Grocery went through something of a revival in convenience last year, and Lotus Biscoff reckons Pancake Tuesday offers a chance to further drive sales of pantry staples
