Hear from our newest Supplier Focus! Fusspot Collagen Beauty Tea was developed to support the concept of “beauty from within” An easy, affordable, beneficial and ready-to-drink everyday solution of organic teas packed with antioxidants and boosted with the benefits of hydrolyzed collagen peptides to support radiant, glowing skin, hair & nails from the inside. We spoke to founder Sam Arcadipane about all aspects of running the business--from their favorite products to what it's like running a beauty brand! 

Scottish liquor brand Braw Liquor Club focuses on producing locally sourced, small batch cocktails. Expertly crafted with premium Scottish ingredients. They're on a mission to make cocktails better without cutting corners on quality, using Scottish ingredients from land and sea, sourced with transparency. We spoke to founder Lizzie Mackirdy who answered all things Braw Liquor Club!

Formed in 2011, DHN is a short line wholesaler of pharmaceutical products. They provide a variety of products along with their sister company, Sky Premium Life. They've created unique formulas with vitamins and herbs that support specific health needs, along with a wide range of basic premium quality supplements, for general well-being and vigor.

KURO-BO is an eco-conscious water filtration brand that utilises the power of activated charcoal with glass containment, in order to provide solutions for cleaner, healthier water. Using an ancient Japanese technique of Binchotan, KURO-BO’s charcoal sticks ensure water is clarified in an ongoing, sustainable process. 

Kuro-BO is part of a line-up of sustainable, innovative brands represented by Brands of Style. Brands of Style helps brands navigate international expansion and take them to the next level! Learn more and see how they can help you gain access to the right markets you're looking for. 

The Food & Drink Sector has contributes an estimate £28bn to the UK economy, growing by 2.3% on the previous year. Figures show it accounts for 20% of all UK manufacturing, making it the largest sector in the UK. With the volume of new food brands being launched every year to compete in this highly valued market, it is essential to have your brand protected. The amount of competitors with similar target markets and brand approach mean that protecting your brand’s intellectual property rights such as brand design and recipe are more important than ever in order to be seen as a distinguishable brand from the rest. In this article, we break down some of the most important items to consider for your food brand.  

Mama Buci honey is lovingly hand-harvested in the Miombo forests of central Zambia. Their amber, poly-floral, pure honey makes its way from hive to home with no additives or preservatives. Their sustainable treetop bar hives are hand-built by Zambian locals. They are specially designed to make harvesting easier and kinder to the environment and ensure they produce the purest honey possible. Through each step of the journey, they make sure that the clarity and flavour of the honey is never compromised.

Read more as we break down the top trends to follow in FMCG Guru’s Top 3 Health & Wellness Trends sheet.   

GRAIN & BOWL makes award winning, premium gourmet British granola with only the finest ingredients. Driven by free from but led by flavour, their granola is the definition of permissible indulgence. Using only natural ingredients, they have 3 SKUS, each in 300g 100% recyclable pouches. We spoke to founder Alexia to learn about their brand, products, and running their business. 

When was your company formed? Where are you based? What do youproduce?

Spice Pots is a premium Indian spice blend company based in East Lothian, Scotland. Their mission is to help people make consistently delicious curry and Indian-inspired food at home with their clever shortcuts and simple recipes. Their spice blends are 100% natural and feature a variety of spice collections and gift sets. We spoke to founder Melanie Auld about what it's like to run the business and her experience with Product Guru.