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WEBNew figures from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) reveal Scotch whisky exports in the first half of 2024 have fallen by 18% compared to the same period in 2023. Export value in H1 2024 was £2.1 billion, down 18% on 2023. In the same period, the volume of exports fell by 10.2%, to the equivalent of 566 million 70cl bottles – or 36 bottles ...
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WEBIndies sound alarm over impact of higher wages on small businesses August 27, 2024. The national president of trade organisation the Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) has written to the new secretary of state for business and trade to highlight the impact of higher wages on smaller businesses.
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WEBThe monthly round-up of what’s new in low/no, beer, cider, wine, spirits, RTDs and mixers… SPIRITS AND LIQUEURS White Claw Vodka 30-40% abv £21 USP: White Claw is…
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WEBNew drinks launches – September 2024. The monthly round-up of what’s new in low/no, beer, cider, wine, spirits, RTDs and mixers…. SPIRITS AND LIQUEURS White Claw Vodka 30-40% abv £21 USP: White Claw is launching its first vodka in the UK. Coming in four different flavours, the product will be available in black cherry, pineapple, mango ...
Drinks Retailing Awards 2024 winners announced
WEBFebruary 7, 2024. An annual celebration of excellence in off-trade, the Drinks Retailing Awards 2024 saw Stourbridge-based retailer The Wine Press take home the Independent Drinks Retailer of the Year award. Held on February 6 at The Dorchester Hotel in London, the DRAs 2024 highlighted the most outstanding retailers in the country, including ...
Industry News - Drinks Retailing
WEBIndustry warns government over increased EPR costs. The beer and pub sector has warned the government that the new tax on beer bottles may lead to an increase in costs to the consumer, and halt growth for bottled beer. The proposed fees could add up to an additional £212 million per year, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA).
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WEBThe Co-op has launched a multi-store trial featuring chillers dedicated to single-serve cans across different categories. The initiative, which was shared with Drinks Retailing in a recent interview, sees a 94-store trial where ready to drink beverages, craft beers, ciders, wine and cocktails will be displayed together. The retailer said it has….
The latest in RTDs – analysis - Drinks Retailing
WEBApr 17, 2024 · Lauren Priestley, Diageo’s head of category development for the off-trade, says: “The RTD category is currently the fastest growing in total beverage alcohol, a reflection on the nation’s increasing demand for quality drinks and convenience. “Cocktails are driving forward this trend, being the fastest growing category in the past two ...
Opinion - Drinks Retailing
WEBClub Soda co-founder Laura Willoughby has advice for smaller stores to match the supermarkets Consumer demand for light, low-alcohol and alcohol-free drinks is not going away. IWSR forecasts annual UK sales growth for alcohol-free of 10% from 2022-2026, with the market already worth an annual £255 million, according to figures from Mintel.
March/April 24 issue out now - Drinks Retailing
WEBMarch/April 24 issue out now. By Lucy Britner, Rachel Badham. March 22, 2024. Following last month’s Drinks Retailing Awards, this issue features a full rundown of 2024 winners (pages 16 – 21). We’re also launching our annual Trends Report in collaboration with Ipsos and NIQ (23 – 32), offering a comprehensive view into the latest ...