Scottish Food & Drink 2025

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Scotland Food & Drink scene is buzzing, with innovation driving every part of the sector this year & helping to shine a spotlight on the incredible variety & quality that define our nations food & drink sector.

From pioneering new products to bold sustainability moves, Scotland’s food and drink businesses are shining examples of fresh thinking and creativity.

From the iconic ‘water of life’, Scotch whisky, crafted by master blenders, to world-class seafood straight from pristine Scottish waters, the breadth of produce is nothing short of inspiring.

Scotland's food & drink legacy spans everything from 5,000 years of brewing tradition, artisan baking, and rich dairy, to succulent meat, outstanding soft fruits, vegetables, and a growing portfolio of award-winning spirits beyond whisky.

Scotland’s producers continue to lead the way with new ideas, from using technology to reduce food waste, to launching healthier and more sustainable products, showing that heritage and innovation go hand in hand.

Our dedicated Scottish-based recruiter, Toby Bigmore in Elgin, brings unrivalled local knowledge and a passion for championing the people and products that put Scotland on the global food map.
As a specialist food & drink recruiter, we're proud to have recently supported renowned Scottish brands, helping connect ambitious businesses with the expertise they need.

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Let’s celebrate the extraordinary creativity, collaboration, and pioneering spirit that make our industry world-class, and keep building the future, together. Thank you to Scotland Food & Drink & the knowledge bank scotland food drink partnership for celebrating our wonderful food & drinks industry. Slàinte Mhath to every grower, maker, brewer, fisher, and innovator!

In 2025, Scottish Food & Drink theme is innovation, and several producers and products are receiving special attention for their creativity, sustainability, and commitment to local sourcing.

Highlighted Producers

• Growers Garden: Formed by 16 farming families in Fife, this collective transforms surplus and misshapen vegetables into healthy, sustainable snacks, notably vegetable crisps. They have invested in their own facility and saved over 41 tonnes of food from landfill, exemplifying cutting-edge agricultural collaboration.
• Distilleries: Innovation in whisky, gin, and other spirits is a prominent feature, spotlighted by both new product development and sustainability initiatives. Locations like Turadh Distillery (Angus) participated in the launch event for the “Naturally Scottish” brand, underscoring the role of small, independent producers.
• Artisan Producers: Rising stars include makers of premium cheeses, craft soft drinks, and high-quality baking goods, with several artisan firms showcasing creative approaches within the “Naturally Scottish” campaign.

Featured Products

• Vegetable Crisps by Growers Garden: Made from “wonky” Scottish vegetables, these snacks unite sustainability and flavour, finding their niche in retail and foodservice.
• Naturally Scottish Brand Products: This branding initiative highlights everything from Scotland’s globally revered salmon, whisky, and gin, to new innovations in cheese, artisan bakery, and beverage production.
• Competition Winners: Retailers like Scotmid are running innovation competitions open to all Scottish producers, with winning products (across categories like confectionery, chilled foods, and beverages) slated for national distribution in 2026.
• Local Store Specials: SPAR Scotland and other retailers highlight a range of Scottish goods in-store during September, providing extra visibility to local suppliers from the region’s larder.

Sector Trends

• Scottish Food & Drink September 2025 not only spotlights individual producers but also celebrates broader sector achievements—in sustainability, healthful product development, and the celebration of regional and artisanal produce.
• Participation of numerous producers, retailers, and consumers in storytelling, innovations and brand development underlines the world-class reputation and collaborative spirit of Scotland’s food and drink industry.

The campaign showcases the best of Scotland’s local, natural, and innovative food and drink, from family farms to modern manufacturers and creative new product launches.