The level of sugar and sodium varies based on the brand, but some will certainly have more than what would be found in a drink you make at home.
Some rely on neutral grain spirits for this, but most canned cocktails either come from distilleries who are making their own spirits, or from producers who partner with reputable distillers, so that the whiskey or gin or tequila employed in your canned beverage adds legitimate flavor (and not just an anonymous buzz).ĭo canned cocktails have more sugar or sodium? You don’t need to purchase an extra bottle of booze for these drinks, as alcohol is already included. These are RTDs (ready-to-drink cocktails) that will satisfy both the casual drinker and seasoned bartender. But the current leader in the category is Cutwater Spirits ( view at Drizly), thanks to its wide-ranging lineup of varieties and its use of real spirits and fresh ingredients. There are so many canned cocktail options to choose from these days, and the category can be hard to sift through, as new brands launch seemingly every week. Wherever you enjoy your on-the-go Old Fashioned, don't be surprised if you're struck by the distinct impression of sinking into the stately midcentury lounger depicted on the label, while cool jazz emanates from the hi-fi. Built upon a base of high-rye bourbon, this well-crafted cocktail boasts a palate replete with orange zest and toasty spice-and while it performs beautifully over ice, it's bright enough when chilled to be enjoyed straight out of the can, no dilution necessary. But who's to say you shouldn't be able open an adorable little can, pour the contents over a gorgeous piece of ice, and enjoy a stirred drink as bold and boozy as you'd expect to find in the vibiest of mahogany-laden bars?Įnter Golden Rule Spirits, who have managed to compress all of the rich, warming charm of a classic Old Fashioned into a diminutive (and very handsome) 100 ml. When we think "canned beverage," we're usually imagining something carbonated-beer, soda, seltzer-so perhaps it's no surprise that many purveyors of canned cocktails have drawn deeply from the "sparkling cocktail" well (Gin & Tonic, Paloma, Moscow Mule, etc.).
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