Scottish Favourites winners group

L-R: Rodney Garnham, Megan Murrie, Cosmo Tamburro, Steven Addison, Lauren Rafferty, Kim Cameron, Christie Clinton, Satty Singh.

Six Scottish food and drink suppliers are celebrating after being named winners of Scotmid’s Scottish Favourites competition, securing the opportunity to have their products listed in Scotmid stores in 2026.

Launched as part of Scottish Food & Drink September 2025, the competition was designed to support local producers by “raising their profile, opening routes into retail, and bringing innovative Scottish food and drink products to convenience shoppers,” Scotmid said.

Run in partnership with Scotland Food & Drink, the competition attracted a strong field of entries from producers based across Scotland.

Producers were challenged to submit products that offered something new, imaginative and distinctive. From retro-inspired favourites and globally influenced flavours to on-trend dairy and healthier snacking options, this year’s winning line-up highlights the breadth of ideas currently shaping the market.

The six winners

  • The Gin Bothy (Angus) – Scottish Chilli Jam and Scottish Strawberry Jam
  • Cosmo (Midlothian) – Margherita Pizzini and BBQ Chicken Pizzini twin pack
  • Nudie Snacks (Glasgow) – Soured Cream & Chive and American BBQ Sweet Potato Chips
  • PK Foods/Mr Singh’s (Glasgow) – Chicken Bhuna Curry and South Indian Garlic Chicken Curry
  • Yester Farm Dairies (East Lothian) – Cottage Cheese and Luxury Soft Cheese
  • Nakey Bakey (Fife) – Mixed Berry and Strawberry Mango Fusion Granola

Each of the suppliers will receive a Scotmid listing, with products expected to launch across selected stores during 2026, subject to final ranging and rollout plans.

Steven Addison, local sourcing manager at Scotmid, said: “Our Scottish Favourites competition has grown year on year and is now a recognised route to market for Scottish producers. As ever, selecting the winners was a real challenge, with a high standard of creativity and quality across the entries.”

 

You can now secure your tickets to the Convenience Awards 2026!

Join us on 11 March in Liverpool to celebrate the entire convenience community.

See this year’s finalists and book your seat here.

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