With warmer weather on the horizon, many RTD cocktail makers are rolling out new products for you to sip in the sunshine. In this gallery, we highlight some of the notable recent releases across RTD tequila, vodka, rum and whiskey-based drinks, including the launch of rum based hard seltzer Casalú, a slim can lineup of ranch waters, mojitos and vodka sodas from Cutwater Spirits, and a RTD Classic Daiquiri from OTR Premium Cocktails that features a “pop of bright lime.”
Casalú
Casalú, a rum based hard seltzer with authentic Latino roots, is set to hit store shelves across Miami this month. The drink was “born to pay homage to [Latino] culture and invite everyone to share it,” according to a press release. The new SKU (5.9% ABV) is crafted with aged dark rum and currently available in Límon. Casalú will be offered in a 4-pack of 12 oz. cans for a suggested retail price of $12.99. For more information, visit drinkcasalu.com.
Cutwater Spirits
Canned cocktail company Cutwater Spirits has launched a new sessionable slim can lineup that includes a variety of ranch waters, mojitos and vodka sodas, all made with Cutwater’s own spirits. The ranch waters are a new spin on the Southwest cocktail and consist of tequila, house-made soda water and juice. The brand’s popular vodka soda line will also transition to the 12 oz. slim can line with the addition of the new Watermelon flavor. The nine-SKU slim can lineup consists of “light and effervescent cocktails” that are all gluten free, under 6% ABV, and range between 99 to 165 calories per 12 oz. can. For more information, visit cutwaterspirits.com.
Watertight Cocktail Co.
Making its debut in the RTD cocktail scene, Watertight Cocktail Co. will debut its sessionable lineup (6% ABV) in Texas grocery, convenience, and liquor stores later this month. All three SKUs (Beach Margarita, Guava Paloma and Mango Sipper) contain only 130 calories per 12 oz. can. Beach Margarita features real lime juice, fresh orange juice, and a hint of agave nectar while Guava Paloma showcases Texas-grown Red Rio grapefruit juice, lime juice and fresh guava purée. The Mango Sipper contains a blend of mango purée, fresh orange juice and lime juice. For more information, visit watertightcocktails.com.
Jameson
Jameson Irish Whisky is also making a splash in the RTD category with the U.S. launch of Jameson Ginger & Lime Cocktail in a Can. The drink hit store shelves just in time for the St. Patrick’s holiday and was crafted “to create a cocktail experience that is easy and delicious.” For more information, visit jamesonwhiskey.com/en-EN/.
OTR Premium Cocktails
Ready-to-serve cocktail brand OTR Premium Cocktails has added a new addition to its portfolio, The Classic Daiquiri. The new SKU features a “pop of bright lime” and is “expertly finished with sweet cane sugar.” The Classic Daiquiri (20%/40 ABV) is available in-store and online in a 375ml bottle for a suggested retail price of $12.99. It is also available in 200ml and 100ml bottles. For more information, visit ontherockscocktails.com.
sipMARGS
Just in time for spring, RTD sparkling margarita brand SipMARGS is heating things up with its newest flavor: Spicy. The drink features notes of passionfruit, yuzu and jalapeno that create “a peppery zing to awaken the senses.” The new SKU joins original flavors Classic Sparkling Margarita, Sparkling Mango Margarita, Sparkling Coconut Margarita and Sparkling Mezcal Margarita. All flavors are available in four-packs (SRP $11.99) and variety 8-packs (SRP $14.99). For more information, visit sipmargs.com.