Over the last few years, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails and hard seltzers have exploded in popularity. In 2016, a report from Mintel predicted that RTD sales would rise nine percent by 2021. It was reported on August 8, 2020, that the 23-week Covid-affected period saw an 86.8 percent increase year-over-year in the category.
Over the last few years, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails and hard seltzers have exploded in popularity. In 2016, a report from Mintel predicted that RTD sales would rise nine percent by 2021. It was reported on August 8, 2020, that the 23-week Covid-affected period saw an 86.8 percent increase year-over-year in the category, more than tripling the percentage from pre-Covid. Whether it’s due to the convenience, flavors or brand promotion, these beverages are flying off the shelves. Peek into any beach goer's cooler and you a sure to see at least one canned cocktail coated in condensation. These refreshing sips allow you to enjoy your favorite mixed drinks wherever you may go, with just the crack of a can. With the category growing each day and countless choices lining the shelves, we are highlighting some must-try picks that you don’t want to miss out on.
If you haven’t yet, it’s high time you try High Noon Sun Sips. These canned vodka-based cocktails come in many different flavors, including the new Tropical Variety, which features a unique passionfruit option. High Noon has earned its hype and has become a cooler staple thanks to its easy drinkability, real ingredients, fun flavors and low-calorie count.
Made with real tequila and natural agave nectar sweetener, Mamitas Tequila & Soda is a great grab-and-go choice for tequila fans. At just 95 calories, this hard seltzer embodies the taste of popular tequila cocktails while staying light and refreshing. Try all four flavors in the variety pack (pineapple, paloma, lime and mango), each boasting bold, natural flavors.
White Claw was one of the first brands to emerge in the hard seltzer category and is still constantly wow-ing us with each new release. White Claw Iced Teas, made with sustainably sourced brewed tea, and White Claw Surge Cranberry are some of the latest products that we can’t get enough of.
Vodka and sodas are easily one of the lightest and most refreshing summer cocktails. But, when you are on the go, it just isn’t convenient to bring along a bottle and a mixer. Luckily Ketel One Vodka is providing a solution – these cans feature sparkling water blended with Ketel One Botanical Peach & Orange Blossom Vodka. Distilled with real botanicals and infused with natural fruit essences, you’ll enjoy the fresh taste of ripe peaches followed by a subtle orange blossom finish with each sip.
This pack features the four original and delicious Bud Light Seltzer flavors. Whether you are choosing to enjoy mango, black cherry, lime or strawberry, know it is filtered five times for undeniable enjoyment. Bud Light Seltzers are enhanced with natural carbonation, sparkling water, real cane sugar and natural fruit flavor for a taste that lives up to the Bud Light name.
Cutwater has perfected its premixed margarita option by mixing real tequila with tart lime, pure cane sugar and a hint of orange, making it a delicious margarita with none of the work. Cutwater puts its own unique, San Diego twist on traditional cocktail flavor, including their rum based Tiki Rum Mai Tai. For those of you who love tequila but are looking to try various flavors; pick up the Cutwater Tequila Variety which also includes cans of Cutwater Tequila Paloma and Tequila Soda.
Canned cocktails made with an agave-based spirit are in demand in 2021. Cacti brings three mouthwatering flavors and the tagline: “Down to earth ingredients. Out of this world flavor.” Made from 100% premium blue agave from Mexico, you can’t go wrong with picking up a pack (or two).
"Long Drink,” a gin-based cocktail commonly mixed with grapefruit soda, was born when the Finnish government commissioned the creation of a new cocktail to be served during the 1952 Summer Olympics. It has since grown to be a top selling spirit category in Finland and canned for all to enjoy. Thanks to actor Miles Teller and DJ Kygo, The Long Drink canned cocktail has made its way to the United States and can be found in four different variations including, Traditional, Long Drink Zero, Long Drink Strong and Cranberry.
Like many of Vizzy’s friends in the hard seltzer category, each can is low-cal and gluten free; but they’ve added an extra something special - antioxidant vitamin C. With their fantastic taste and add vitamins, Vizzy is in such high demand that they have released a second variety pack with more flavors and lemonade variations.
Calling all Crown Royal Peach fans – this one is for you. Gone are the days of searching high and low for the elusive, limited-edition peach flavor to concoct your favorite peachy potation. You won’t be able to get enough of the canned combination with Canadian whisky, peach flavor and brewed tea, available in a four pack. If you’re not peachy keen for this flavor, Crown also offers convenient mixed cocktails of their original flavor and Washington apple.
