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4 Beer

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Personal Care

6 Biscuits

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Pet Food

8 Bread

27 RTDs

10 Candy

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Smoking Accessories

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Chocolate Confectionery

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Soft drinks

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Crisps & Snacks

31 Spirits

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Food To Go

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Sports & Energy

18 Free-From

34 Squash

20 Gum

36 Tobacco

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Hard Seltzers

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Ice Cream / Ice Lollies

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Nicotine Pouches

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WELCOME

SLR PRODUCTS OF THE YEAR 2020 As all local retailers know, engaging and exciting new products are the lifeblood of the industry and are key to driving footfall, sales and profits for retailers. Never was this more important than in the massively challenging year that was 2020.

The new SLR Products of the Year Awards 2020 shine a light on the incredible role that suppliers have played in this most challenging of years for the sector. The Awards recognise and reward the innovation, creativity and adaptability of the many suppliers who have delivered a stream of exciting new products in 2020 to generate excitement in-store and on social media.

Critically, the SLR Products of the Year were chosen by the people that really matter: retailers themselves. All local retailers were able to vote for their favourite products of 2020 – and many did.

How did we choose the winners?

Q The winners were decided exclusively by retailer vote. When there was only a small margin between the winner and the runner-up, we have awarded Highly Commended status.

Q All products that were launched in the 2020 calendar year and were available in the local retailing channel in Scotland were eligible for entry.

Q The shortlist was curated from a list of every product carried in SLR in print or digital in 2020 and scored against a selection of the most important engagement criteria including digital views, reads and clicks and offline retailer feedback.

Q All winners are entitled to carry the special Winners logo on-pack or in their marketing materials and all shortlisted entrants will be entitled to carry the special Shortlisted logo onpack or in their marketing materials.

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BEER

BEER WINNER TENNENT’S ZERO In a closely fought contest, Tennent’s Zero was the choice in the beer category.

Launched in October, the 0.0% beer uses fresh highland water from Loch Katrine combined with hops and Scottish barley to give it the same flavour profile as Tennent’s Lager, Scotland’s topselling beer.

With 42% of adult drinkers looking to cut down on alcohol, Tennent’s Zero is helping to meet increased demand for the no and low (nolo) category, which is forecast to grow by 81% between 20182022 in the UK. With just 17kcal per 100ml, Tennent’s Zero also appeals to those consumers looking to reduce their calorie intake.

The alcohol-free beer is sold in 4x440ml card packs, and is the first of Tennent’s smaller pack formats to come out of plastic.

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BISCUITS

BISCUITS WINNER MCVITIE’S VIB RANGE A competitive biscuit category went to McVitie’s Very Important Biscuits (V.I.Bs), described by the company as being McVitie’s “finest biscuit to date”.

The V.I.Bs are available in three styles – Classic Caramel Bliss, Heavenly Chocolate Hazelnut and Luscious Blood Orange. Each biscuit is topped with chewy caramel and finished off with a thick coating of milk chocolate.

The McVitie’s Very Important Biscuits range launched with an RSP of £1.79 for each 250g pack, giving retailers a good opportunity to trade-up consumers when they are shopping for everyday treats.

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BREAD

BREAD WINNER WARBURTONS HALF WHITE HALF WHOLEMEAL Warburtons new Half White Half Wholemeal range of bakery products is the winner in the bread category.

Comprising medium and thick loaves, as well as rolls and Thins lines, each product is made with a blend of half white and half wholemeal flour, helping to get more fibre into consumers’ diets, and all products also have additional vitamin D and calcium.

Darren Littler, Innovation Director at Warburtons, says, “The Half White Half Wholemeal range not only provides a great way of getting more fibre Into the diet but It also makes it easy for busy families to get a third of their daily intake of vitamin D and calcium, which are important to ensure a healthy immune system and strong teeth and bones.”

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CANDY

CANDY WINNER SKITTLES GIANTS Skittles Giants from Mars Wrigley was named the winner in the candy category.

Softer on the inside and bigger on the outside, Skittles Giants are three times the size of a standard Skittle.

According to research, shoppers for fruity confections expect a variety of flavours and textures. By creating a sweet that is bigger and softer than original Skittles, the company was aiming to appeal to a broader range of shoppers and in turn achieve category growth.

Skittles Giants are available in a single 45g pack, £1 PMP treat bag (125g), 141g value pouch and 170g grocery pouch.

Launch support included a digital media campaign plus in-store media and POS material.

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BIGGER ON THE OUTSIDE SOFTER ON THE INSIDE

• Skittles Giants are softer and 3x bigger!

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• Giants will build on the success of Skittles Chewies, which is the best performing NPD in the FC category since launch! *Nielsen Value Sales October 2019

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CHOCOLATE

CHOCOLATE WINNER ORANGE TWIRL Retailers enjoyed the return of Cadbury Orange Twirl in 2020, after a phenomenal limited-edition introduction in 2019.

Cadbury Twirl Orange offers consumers a twist on a favourite brand, combining Cadbury’s number one selling singles SKU with one of the nation’s favourite chocolate flavours. The product is aimed at younger adult consumers who are seeking new flavours and experiences from their chocolate choices.

The 2020 edition was available from September last year, with an increased number of bars available after huge demand in 2019 caused well-publicised shortages.

Nielsen rated the product as one of the leading product launches of 2019, despite only being available for a few weeks.

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CRISPS AND SNACKS

CRISPS AND SNACKS WINNER DORITOS FLAMIN’ HOT TANGY CHEESE Doritos warmed up the snacks market in 2020 with the launch of its Flamin’ Hot Tangy Cheese variant.

Pippa Pennington, Doritos Marketing Manager, commented: “Shoppers are constantly looking for snacks that excite them and break away from what they would deem ‘the norm’. Doritos Flamin’ Hot Tangy Cheese flavour does just that. It gives them the familiarity of Tangy Cheese, and allows shoppers to find a level of heat that’s perfect for them.”

Available in 180g, 150g and 70g (£1 PMP) formats, the launch was supported with TV, online and in-store activity.

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FOOD TO GO

FOOD TO GO WINNER CHICAGO TOWN PIZZA TO GO The roll-out of the Chicago Town Pizza to Go concept was warmly welcomed by retailers in 2020, making it the deserved winner of the Food To Go award.

The 12-inch takeaway pizzas are available in Loaded Cheese, Loaded Pepperoni, New Chicken & Bacon and New Manhattan Meaty varieties, and can be sold in quarter slices, halves or as full pizzas.

Retailers can use their existing ovens to heat the pizzas - they cook in 6-12 minutes - or source an equipment solution from Chicago Town. The company can also supply disposables and point of sale material.

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YOUR GO-TO PIZZA EXPERTS Contact foodtogo@oetker.co.uk for further information

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FREE FROM

FREE FROM WINNER RUSTLERS MOROCCAN VEGETARIAN BURGER January 2020 saw the launch of the first vegetarian burger from Kepak Consumer Foods, the Rustlers Moroccan Vegetarian Burger.

A first for the UK’s micro-snacking market, the Rustlers Moroccan Vegetarian Burger is made with chickpeas, grated carrot and coriander and served with mango chutney and a yoghurt and mint sauce.

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GUM

GUM WINNER MARS WRIGLEY EXTRA REFRESHERS Mars Wrigley set out to “recharge and refresh” the gum category with the launch of Extra Refreshers last year, and the company’s efforts have been acknowledged by retailers in our poll.

Combining a thin shell and a soft chew experience, Extra Refreshers offers a longerlasting flavour in a choice of three flavours - Peppermint, Spearmint and Bubblemint.

Single packs of seven pieces have an RSP of 59p, and pre-filled counter top units are available through wholesalers.

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NEW GUM . BRAND NEW NPD FROM THE LEADING GUM BRAND . ACHIEVED OUTSTANDING WITHIN CONSUMER TESTING . DELIVERING STRONG CATEGORY GROWTH WITH

REFRESHING GUM BY DRIVING NEW SHOPPER PENETRATION ®Wrigleys and ®Extra are registered trademarks. ©2020 Mars or Affiliates.

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HARD SELTZER

HARD SELTZER WINNER ECHO FALLS ROSE SELTZER In a fast-growing category with lots of new contenders, retailers chose Echo Falls Rose Seltzer as the best new hard seltzer in 2020.

Combining a mix of rose wine, sparkling water and fruit flavours, the 250ml cans contain just 69 kcal and, at 4.5% abv, are aimed principally at those consumers looking to moderate their alcohol consumption.

Three contemporary fusion flavours are available - Blueberry & Hibiscus; Strawberry & Pink Pepper; and Raspberry, Lychee & Rose. Echo Falls is the UK’s number one fruit fusion and flavoured wine brand, and the 10th best-selling wine brand globally.

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ICE CREAM

ICE CREAM WINNER BEN & JERRY’S CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH CHUNKS Fans of Ben & Jerry’s Cookie Dough brand were no doubt delighted by the launch of just the chunks as a standalone product in 2020.

Aimed at “chunk divers” who seek out the cookie dough pieces within the brand’s iconic ice cream, Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Chunks brought the kind of innovation to the frozen food category last year that was welcomed by retailers in our poll.

The snackable dough chunks come in 170g bags, approximately six servings, made to the same recipe as for the ice cream and including Fairtrade chocolate. They are safe to eat raw as the recipe contains pasteurised eggs and heattreated flour.

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NICOTINE POUCHES

NICOTINE POUCHES WINNER NORDIC SPIRIT ELDERFLOWER Elderflower was added to the Nordic Spirit range in June 2020 and this was retailers’ Product of the Year choice in the nicotine pouch category.

Designed as a discreet nicotine product for occasions where smoking or vaping might not be possible, Nordic Spirit is supplied in a choice of 6mg and 9mg strengths.

Also available in mint and bergamot wildflower

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PERSONAL CARE

PERSONAL CARE WINNER AQUAFRESH SPLASH & SENSES RANGE GSK sweetened up the personal care market in 2020 with the introduction of toothpastes with innovative fruit flavours under its Aquafresh brand.

Aquafresh Splash is a strawberry and mint flavoured toothpaste for children aged 3-8 years old, aimed at making tooth brushing a pleasurable experience for those that don’t particularly like mint-based toothpastes, and subsequently avoid taking good care of their teeth.

Aquafresh Senses is designed to bring a fresh approach to the adult toothpaste sector with two new flavours - Energising Grapefruit, Lemon & Mint and Refreshing Watermelon, Cucumber & Mint. The new products invited consumers to s”hake up their brush time routine and discover a refreshing twist on everyday protection.”

Aquafresh Splash is available in 50ml and 75ml sizes, while both varieties of Senses are supplied in 75ml tubes.

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PET CARE

PET CARE WINNER PEDIGREE DENTASTIX CHEWY CHUNX With owners spending more time with their dogs during lockdown, the market for pet oral care products grew strongly in 2020, thanks in no small part to the launch of Pedigree Dentastix Chewy Chunx.

Designed to provide effective defence against plaque build-up throughout the day, but do so in a tasty, bitesize format, Chewy Chunx can be offered to dogs multiple times a day and contain less than 3% fat, with 15kcal per treat and no artificial flavours or added sugars.

The product is supplied in 68g packs, in chicken and beef varieties and with mini or maxi options in each flavour for smaller (5-14kg) or larger (15kg+) dogs.

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RTD

RTDS WINNER PINK HOOCH Retailers stocking Hooch were in the pink last year, naming the brand’s latest flavour extension as the best RTD launch of 2020.

Pink Hooch (ABV 4%) is an alcoholic raspberry lemonade with a citrus kick, available in 275ml bottles, 440ml cans and 70cl bottles in both price-marked and plain formats.

The brand targeted consumers through digital media for the launch, and many retailers used social media effectively to raise awareness of the new product and to highlight availability.

Hooch Brand Controller Christian Sarginson said: “In the drinks industry the power of pink is plain to see, with pink RTS drinks growing 357% year-on-year in the UK off-trade. Through the launch of an alcoholic raspberry lemonade with attitude such as Pink Hooch, we are tapping into the consumers lust for pink drinks.”

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SMOKING ACCESSORIES

SMOKING ACCESSORIES WINNER RIZLA FLAVOUR INFUSIONS Imperial Tobacco’s Rizla Flavour Infusions offered retailers and adult smokers of menthol cigarettes an effective and convenient solution after the ban on menthol and capsule cigarettes came into force in May 2020.

Rizla Flavour Infusions are flavour cards that can be used to mentholate traditional factory made cigarettes or roll-yourown tobacco products by inserting them into a cigarette or tobacco packet. Two different variants are available – Menthol Chill, which provides a strong, intense flavour, and Fresh Mint, which is slightly smoother and more mellow.

Cards are packed and wrapped separately, allowing retailers to sell them individually at an RSP of 25p each.

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SOFT DRINKS

SOFT DRINKS WINNER RIBENA SPARKLING The growing market for flavoured carbonates was recognised by retailers in our poll, identifying Ribena Sparkling as the soft drinks launch of 2020.

Ribena Sparkling is available in two flavours across three formats - Ribena Sparkling Blackcurrant comes in 500ml, 2l and 6x330ml multipack cans, while Ribena Sparkling Raspberry is available in 500ml and 2l formats.

Flavoured carbonates have one of the highest penetrations of any soft drink category, with four out of five buyers consuming flavoured carbs at least once a week. Blackcurrant and raspberry flavours are 33% and 61% incremental to the category respectively, according to brand owner Suntory.

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same tasty, lower-sugar drinks.

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SPIRITS

SPIRITS WINNER GORDON’S SICILIAN LEMON In a category rich with variety and innovation, Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon was retailers’ favourite spirits launch of the year.

Introduced in time to hit the summer market, the product blends the classic characteristics of Gordon’s with the finest Sicilian lemons, using 100% natural flavours.

Capitalising on the ongoing gin trend, Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon follows in the footsteps of Gordon’s Premium Pink Distilled Gin which is now the most successful new spirit product development in the last decade, the company reports.

The 37.5% abs product is supplied in 70 cl bottles.

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H AV E YO U S E E N YOUR SALES SKYROCKET WITH THE LAUNCH OF GORDON’S SICILIAN LEMON? Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon Distilled Gin has been giving consumers a slice of Sicily in a glass since launch.

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SPORTS & ENERGY

SPORTS & ENERGY WINNER MONSTER ULTRA PARADISE Coca-Cola European Partners brought a tropical twist to the zero calorie energy drinks market last year with the launch of Monster Ultra Paradise, the winner of the sports & energy awards category.

The drink combines kiwi, lime and cucumber for a light and refreshing flavour, giving consumers an energy boost with no calories and no sugar. The low sugar energy market segment continues to grow strongly, and the tropical styling helped to meet demand for flavour innovation in the marketplace.

The can design for Monster Energy Ultra Paradise combine the brand’s flagship green colour with an idyllic island landscape. The product can be sold in plain or pricemarked packs (PMP £1.29).

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SQUASH

SQUASH WINNER RIBENA RASPBERRY & RHUBARB Ribena topped the voting with its Raspberry & Rhubarb squash flavour which it introduced into the wholesale channel in July.

Ribena Raspberry & Rhubarb squash is available in cases of 6 x 600ml bottles, price-marked at £1.50.

The launch came at a time when squash sales in the independent and symbol channel were nearly double what they were the same time the previous year.

Charlotte Flook, Head of Brand for Ribena at Lucozade Ribena Suntory, said: “Squash has been a real hit within independent retail this year as consumers look for tasty ways to stay hydrated at home.

We wanted to give convenience retailers the opportunity to attract and retain even more shoppers with a brand-new great-tasting flavour and Ribena Raspberry & Rhubarb is set to do just that.”

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TOBACCO

TOBACCO WINNER STERLING DUAL CAPSULE LEAF WRAPPED In another challenging year for the category, JTI stole a march on its competitors with the launch of Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped, a new King Size Cigarillo containing a Virginia blend tobacco and, unlike conventional cigarettes, wrapped in tobacco leaf.

It also has a mentholated capsule in the filter, which existing adult smokers can click to release MEDIA INFORMATION a peppermint flavour.

For immediate release Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped has an RRP of £4.50 and 10 pack size.

JTIoflaunches Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped It proved popular with existing smokers menthol cigarettes as cigarillos aren’t covered by thecigar forthcoming ban on flavoured cigarettes and tobacco, which came into force on 20 May.

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VAPING

VAPING WINNER JUUL MENTHOL The winner of the vaping category for 2020 is Menthol JUULpods.

Launched last April shortly before the ban on menthol and capsule cigarettes took effect, JUUL Labs’ new menthol line gave adult smokers an alternative product to switch to, and retailers an alternative product to sell.

At the launch, John Patterson, JUUL Labs UK sales director said: “With electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), adult smokers have a choice of flavours and a range of alternative options that may help them transition away from combustible cigarettes. Indeed JUUL Labs and the ENDS category exist to help end the era of combustible cigarettes.”

JUUL Labs’ UK portfolio of flavours also includes Glacier Mint, Mango Nectar, Golden Tobacco and Alpine Berry.

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Product Launch of the Year winner.

• Menthol JUULpods win Vaping Product Launch of the Year from Scottish Local Retailer magazine.

• JUUL is the U.K.’s #1 vaping brand growing 63% year-over-year* • Full JUUL portfolio is available from your symbol operator and Batley’s, Booker, Filshill, and United Wholesale.

• Are you stocking the JUUL product range your customers want?

• Scan the barcode to add Menthol JUULpods to your basket.

Designed for adult smokers.

Not for sale to minors.

JUUL is an e-cigarette.This is an age-restricted product and age verification is required at sale. *Source: IRI Total Market Value Sales 4 weeks to 27th September 2020 TM and © 2021 JUUL Labs, Inc. All rights reserved.

WARNING: This product contains nicotine which is a highly addictive substance.

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WINE

WINE WINNER CAMPO VIEJO RIOJA TEMPRANILLO PMP Brand owner Pernod Ricard UK’s decision to offer a pricemarked pack (PMP) of its bestselling Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo paid off as retailers voted it their favourite wine launch of the year.

The £7.99 price point was communicated via a neck sticker to give shoppers reassurance when they shopped in the convenience sector for the UK’s number one red wine (Nielsen MAT, year to 21 March 2020).

Pernod Ricard ensured additional stock was available to convenience retailers as it launched the PMP in May 2020.

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SUPPORTING GROCERY COLLEAGUES The GroceryAid Covid-19 Fund is designed to help colleagues who need support now and throughout the full impact of the pandemic.

Grocery colleagues have access to:

“Amid the huge challenge of Covid-19 our trade has done a great job of keeping the nation fed. GroceryAid has raised a special Covid-19 fund to help our industry colleagues at this time of need. The 24/7 Helpline will deal with concerns and assist with financial stress caused by this terrible virus.”

- Charles Wilson, GroceryAid President

Mental Health Support Offering ‘in the moment’ emotional and practical support for colleagues dealing with shock, anxiety and stress through BACP trained counsellors, our Health and Wellbeing portal and Woebot, our AI Robot App. Bereavement Financial Assistance Providing financial assistance for the loss of a loved one through Covid-19. Available to colleagues who lose a partner or the immediate family of a colleague who has passed away as a result of Covid-19 whilst working in our industry.

Crisis Grants Non-repayable grants, designed to help with financial emergencies. This is available for colleagues experiencing unexpected financial difficulties due to Covid-19 with a year’s industry service.

GroceryAid Helpline: 08088 021 122 Visit: www.groceryaid.org.uk Follow us:

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OWN LABEL WINE

WINE WINNER SPAR PERLEZZA ROSE SPUMANTE The winner in the own-label wine category is Perlezza Rosé Spumante from SPAR. Sourced within Northern Italy, the wine is described as refreshing with subtle fruit flavours, perfect for al fresco dining or as an aperitif on a warm, sunny afternoon.

Launched in time for summer, the extra dry sparkling rosé joins the white grape Perlezza Brut within SPAR’s leading sparkling wine brand family.

Philippa Carr, Master of Wine at SPAR, commented: “The Perlezza Rosé is gently aromatic and certainly one for lovers of fruit. It has delicate red berry characters, hints of red apple and a soft creamy finish.”

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