All Alcohol articles – Page 2
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON BIG NIGHT IN: The key ingredients
There’s no doubting that the cost-of-living crisis has led to changes in consumer behaviour. But cutting back on going out – to a restaurant or the cinema – has been nothing but good news for the Big Night In occasion. Data from YouGov finds that 68% of UK adults have cut back by spending less on going out, and more on staying in with friends and family instead. Jose Alves, head of Häagen-Dazs UK at General Mills UK, says: “According to new research commissioned by Häagen-Dazs, more than a third of shoppers would choose a Big Night In (BNI) over going to a pub, bar, or restaurant to save money over the next six months, with one-in-three already hosting a BNI at least once a week.
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NewsPolice release CCTV image after robbery at filling station in Wellington
Officers from Avon & Somerset Police have released an image of two men who they would like to speak to as part of their investigation into a robbery at a filling station in Wellington.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON SUMMER ALCOHOL: Refreshing sales
Everyone likes a drink, right? Well, apparently not everyone. According to the Health Survey for England, 2021 (published in December 2022), 79% of participants reported that they had drunk alcohol in the last 12 months, and 49% reported that they drank alcohol at least once a week. So that leaves just over 20% who say they don’t drink alcohol.
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NewsScottish government’s plans to curb alcohol abuse described as “a failure waiting to happen”
A Scottish government plan to curb alcohol abuse by requiring retailers to hide drink in cupboards, has been described as “naïve and a failure waiting to happen”.
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NewsHMRC and trading standards discover and dismantle factory for producing fake vodka
An illegal alcohol factory capable of producing up to 150 bottles of fake vodka every hour has been dismantled by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in Staffordshire.
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NewsScottish government warned plans to restrict display of alcohol are unworkable
Plans to restrict the display of beers, wines and spirits in Scottish stores are “unworkable” and could threaten the survival of independent retailers, the government has been warned.
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Product NewsNisa deals for licensed stores aim to boost summer spending
The sun is set to be shining this weekend and to help shoppers get into the spirit of summer, Nisa retailers are offering up a range of offers across licensed stores.
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Product NewsHardys in a can
The UK’s number one wine brand, Hardys (Nielsen data), is launching a new three-strong canned range comprising Rosé, Chardonnay and Shiraz.
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Product NewsPRODUCT NEWS: Absolut vodka refreshes range and bottle design
Absolut vodka has revealed a new bottle design and remixed flavoured range in what will be the brand’s biggest shake-up.
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NewsPark Garage Group succeeds in adding off licences to most of its EG Group acquisition sites
Park Garage Group has obtained off licences for almost all of the 27 sites it acquired from EG Group since the deal was announced at the beginning of October - although one licensing hearing proved particularly awkward.
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NewsScottish minister avoids setting date for introduction of deposit return scheme
The Federation of Independent Retailers (NFRN) has accused the Scottish government of “bottling” a decision on the roll out of the country’s deposit return scheme.
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Product NewsMolson Coors Beverage Company sets up new team as it expands its portfolio
Molson Coors Beverage Company has launched its Beverage Hub, a dedicated team to support its growing portfolio of brands in emerging, fast-growth categories. It has also announced three new distribution partnerships as it continues to expand its footprint beyond the beer aisle.
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Product NewsSHOP TALK: Healthy new year?
At this time of year, many consumers are usually attempting ‘Dry January’ or ‘Veganuary’ but, given the current circumstances, you wonder if as many will be bothered.
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NewsRetailers warned to be vigilant against counterfeit alcohol this Christmas
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is reminding retailers to beware of counterfeit alcohol during the Christmas period after indications of counterfeit goods entering into the UK market.
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NewsACS concern over 9pm ban on alcohol sales in Nottingham
ACS has reacted to the introduction of additional tier 3 restrictions in Nottingham and the surrounding areas, expressing disappointment at the decision to ban off licence alcohol sales from 9pm.
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Product NewsDiageo introduces new premix cocktails from two of its biggest spirits brands
Diageo is launching two new premix cocktails from two of its biggest spirits brands - Gordon’s Pink Martini (5% ABV) and Smirnoff Passion Fruit Martini (5% ABV).
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Product NewsWKD launches Raspberry Lemonade variant solely in PMP 700ml bottles
WKD is launching a new Raspberry Lemonade variant which will be offered solely in £2.99 price-marked 700ml glass bottles, to appeal exclusively to independent retailers.
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NewsACS welcomes Treasury and HMRC call for evidence on the alcohol duty system
A new call for evidence launched by the Treasury and HMRC on the alcohol duty system has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores.
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Product NewsGrolsch returns to UK market with new look and lower ABV
Grolsch Premium Pilsner is set to return the UK market this autumn, now brewed back at its historic home in Enschede, The Netherlands, and with a new look.
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NewsBlossom Hill launches social media partnership with florist
Treasury Wine Estates is launching Friendship Fridays, a new Blossom Hill social media partnership with Arena Flowers, aiming to keep loved ones connected. Friendship Friday will feature a competition every Wednesday until 17 June. Partnering with Arena Flowers, consumers can enter the competition via Instagram and will have the opportunity ...