Sugar cut as drinks go low
New juice-based lines aim at the health-conscious
SOFT drinks and even fruit juices have come under pressure from activists expressing concern on sugar consumption recently.
But...
Taste of the summer
THIS summer will see two new variants of Irn-Bru Xtra land on shelves following a consumer poll to choose the limited-edition flavours
Hamlyns lays out its green credentials
Responding to the rising demand for more sustainability support with consumers, Hamlyns of Scotland has introduced new paper packaging.
Free-from – part of the everyday lunch?
FREE-from’s move to the mainstream continues with Tesco’s launch of a gluten-free sandwich range in May.
Made by specialist supplier Genius, the fillings are cheese...
The special one
ORKNEY Cheddar has joined Parma ham and Cornish pasties in gaining PGI status, meaning that it can only be produced in the specific region...
Luxurious partnership
Whisky brand The Macallan has struck a partnership with luxury car manufacturer Bentley to promote sustainability.
Tonnes of plastic gone
ASTON Manor Cider has been rolling out new packs made from 100% recycled plastic while removing plastic rings from its entire can range.
Paisley wholesaler is most ethical
Paisley-based fair trade wholesaler Just Trading Scotland & their farmer suppliers in northern Malawi have had cause to celebrate, after being crowned ‘most ethical rice’ by Ethical Consumer magazine.
Delivering on carbon
ALDI has launched a pilot scheme that sees the discounter trial all-electric refrigerated trailers, as part of its efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Cause for celebration
SHORTBREAD brand Paterson’s will celebrate a major milestone this year – its 125th anniversary
New look for spirits relaunch
Berry Bros. & Rudd has relaunched its spirits range with a new bottle.
Growth for snacks
Appetites for plant-based diets have been growing lately, giving retailers the perfect opportunity to reflect this in stores.
Have your lentil cake and eat it
WESSANEN UK has launched a new lentil-based rice and corn cake under its Kallo natural food brand.
Breakfast booming in Britain
BREAKFAST is big business – the UK cereal market is worth some £1.55bn.
Scottish porridge and oats brand Hamlyns earlier this year said a recent...
Japanese flavour in a bottle
GLOBAL soy sauce brand Kikkoman has stepped up its NPD game, introducing more Japanese flavour to the UK market.
More virtue in the malts
Tomatin releases the final two expressions in its limited edition series based on natural elements
