Roll your own is booming
Strong volume sales as existing adult smokers seek value from the gantry
Fresh packaging for Blu
Imperial Tobacco has launched new, enhanced packaging for its vape brand Myblu.
Benefit off the RYO boom
The increasing shift to roll your own among existing adult smokers is opening up sales opportunities for tobacco-related accessories.
Vaping display of ignorance
Some of Scotland’s most disadvantaged people would be hindered from quitting smoking if Holyrood goes ahead with plans to ban vaping product displays in shops.
Awards Profile – Tobacco Retailer of the Year
Scottish Grocer caught up with Best One South Bridge owner Mumtaz Ali after the store won the Tobacco Retailer of the Year Award at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
JTI launches new trade platform
JTI has rolled out an updated and improved independent retailer focussed platform with JTI 360, offering the latest news updates and prize opportunities.
Big-selling value brand adds menthol option
JTI is extending its Sovereign range with the launch of Sovereign Menthol Superkings.
The firm says the launch is in response to an increase in...
A boon to smugglers?
3% extra rise in duty for rolling tobacco ‘step in the wrong direction’
CHANCELLOR George Osborne has been strongly criticised for potentially lending a helping hand...
Demanding more from accessories
With more smokers in the post-EUTPDII market expected to shift to RYO, interest in accessories is on the rise.
NPD excites in convenience
NEW product development is one of the biggest weapons in a brand’s arsenal when seeking to grow category sales – and tobacco accessories are no exception.
Flavours for dinner
Vape Dinner Lady has expanded its range with the launch of two new e-liquids.
Offering choice to existing smokers
Convenience stores can turn the menthol ban into an opportunity by communicating with customers
Leading the way with accessories
Tobacco accessories are now worth £28.7 million annually in Scotland, according to IRI figures for the 52 weeks to 24 January, meaning there’s plenty of sales opportunities to go around
Value remains key to tobacco
Value is the top trend across tobacco in 2022 as consumers seek out affordable brands and manufacturers react accordingly.
Cigarillos light up sector sales
Cigarillos are big business in the cigar category at the moment, according to Scandinavian Tobacco Group.
RYO tobacco duty rise
Jeremy Hunt has revealed a 12% increase on hand-rolling tobacco options in the UK Government's most recent Autumn Statement.
