February 2024 - Cans: RTD 2

February 2024 - Cans: RTD 2
This month's Spirits feature is Cans: RTD 2

Cans: RTD 2 Reviews

Vampire Spirits Absinthe Verte Ginger Ale & Lime Cocktail
95 points
Absinthe with ginger ale and a citrus twist; this is absolutely delightful.
Deep Eddy Sweet Tea Vodka + Tea
94 points
Light and refreshing with just a tiny bit of fruity oomph at the end to kick it up a notch.
Via Carota Classic Negroni
94 points
$29
A well executed, elegant Negroni for easy consumption in any circumstances.
Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka + Soda
93 points
Refreshing with just a hint of alcohol; have this instead of sparkling water with lemon at lunch on a Saturday to turn up early.
Deep Eddy Ruby Red Vodka + Soda
93 points
Pink and red grapefruit soda with just a touch of sweetness to balance the bitterness; totally delightful.
Deep Eddy Peach Vodka + Tea
93 points
A highly crushable and mildly boozy peach iced tea; a real winner.
Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka + Tea
93 points
A slightly more complex herbal tea-take on a hard tea; feels fancier than it should, making it a pleasant surprise.
Via Carota Old Fashioned
91 points
$29
A great pre-made Old Fashioned in a pinch; all the components show up where they're supposed to.
Kirkland Signature Mimosa
88 points
Quite tasty and easy to consume for brunch by the bottle.
Pama Mandarin Orange Pomegranate Hard Seltzer
88 points
Sparkling cherry orange Julius; tart and sweet in a fun balance.
SouthNorte Matador
88 points
A lightly fizzy tropical fruit medley that proves to be both refreshing and fun to drink.
Taptails Mojito
88 points
Mint on the nose and finish, along with green herbs with anise and the base spirit appearing on the mid palate.
Taptails Mango Chili Daiquiri
88 points
Big fresh fruity flavors; feels like a fresh fruit smoothie with a kick.
Good Spirits Cocktails Lovebird Paloma
88 points
$19.99
A tasty and sweet expression of a tropical fruit Paloma.
88 points $19.99
Engine Gin Tonic Ready-To-Drink Cocktail
87 points
$0
A sweeter and tonic forward RTD take on a Gin & Tonic.
Monaco Cocktails Passionfruit Classic Margarita
87 points
Sub for your favorite sports drink when you're not playing; the alcohol is well integrated.
Pama Pomegranate Hard Seltzer
87 points
A sparkling candied raspberry treat.
Taptails Berry Mojito
87 points
Rich and tart, has depth of flavor, and is intensely unique for what it's offering.
Taptails Orange Spritz
87 points
An Aperol Spritz inspired by Italian spices.
Monaco Cocktails Tequila Lime Crush
87 points
$2
A sparkling lime beverage with a splash of agave spirit and some pleasant carbonation.
Monaco Cocktails Tequila Watermelon Crush
87 points
$2
Candied watermelon crusher with the beautiful color to match the flavor.
Kentucky Coffee Hard Cold Brew Black
87 points
$3
Coffee with a little sweetness, a little cream, and a little booze.
Shelter Distilling Sierra Sunrise Rum & Fruit Juice Cocktail
87 points
$24.99
A tropical Piña Colada, light enough to have several, no pineapple or umbrella necessary.
87 points $24.99
Via Carota Signature Martini
87 points
$29
Lemon forward and easily crushable; a Spring cocktail for those who love floral drinks.
Via Carota Signature Manhattan
87 points
$29
A classic medium sweet after dinner cocktail; soft and subtle but will really settle the mood after a big meal.
De Soi Golden Hour Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Aperitif
86 points
A nice pace lap from your boozing sessions; light and refreshing and doesn't feel the need to overly mimic your standard cocktail.
Deep Eddy Lime Vodka + Soda
86 points
Like drinking a glass of soda water with fresh squeezed lime; lots of tart acidity make this a citrusy, summery blast.
Taptails Moscow Mule
86 points
A spicy ginger treat that would pair well with some sushi.
Taptails Rhubarb Collins
86 points
Rhubarb and zesty citrus abound in this unique spritz.
Monaco Cocktails Spicy Watermelon Margarita
86 points
$2
A spicy, candied watermelon drink to pack up for the pool.
Monaco Cocktails Classic Watermelon Margarita
86 points
$2
Watermelon margarita with a dash of jalapeño; fun and well executed for an RTD.
Kentucky Coffee Hard Cold Brew Vanilla
86 points
$3
Like a coffee soaked brownie in your morning cup of Joe.
Good Spirits Cocktails Golden Hour Bourbon, Honey, and Thyme Cocktail
86 points
$24.99
A smooth and sweet honey and lemon tea with some Bourbon; a solid companion for the golf course.
86 points $24.99
Via Carota White Negroni
86 points
$29
A lovely, slightly sweet and floral, white Negroni for on the go.
Monaco Cocktails Passionfruit Spicy Margarita
85 points
A spicy mango Margarita for your next outing.
Pama Blueberry Pomegranate Hard Seltzer
85 points
A raspberry and cream focused poolside treat.
SouthNorte Paloma
85 points
A fun, zesty, and approachable grapefruit spritzer.
SouthNorte Margarita
85 points
A crisp and bright way to satisfy your Margarita cravings.
Spirited Hive Gin Cocktail Infused with Lemon Juniper & Honey
85 points
Pour it over crushed ice and bring it mini golfing.
Spirited Hive Vodka Cocktail Infused with Cranberry Lime & Honey
85 points
A spritzy, fun, beachy pop that is clean and light.
Spirited Hive Tequila Cocktail Infused with Ginger Lime & Honey
85 points
Cocktail-like intensity with a long citrus finish.
Monaco Cocktails Vodka Citrus Rush
85 points
$2
Like a spiked fountain soda.
Monaco Cocktails Spicy Twisted Lime Margarita
85 points
$2
A lemon-lime Margarita with a spicy kick.
Kentucky Coffee Hard Cold Brew Mocha
85 points
$3
A little sweet with a little bitter to balance it out.
Good Spirits Cocktails Bourbon Crisp Cocktail
85 points
$19.99
Honey and autumnal spices in an interesting apple Bourbon potpourri mixture.
85 points $19.99
Shelter Distilling Spicy Paloma
85 points
$24.99
A spicy and spritzy Paloma for on the go.
85 points $24.99
Via Carota Espresso Martini
85 points
$29
The Vodka on this stands out a touch but is largely framed by a high quality Espresso bean flavor; great for the evening Espresso Martini drinker on the go.
De Soi Très Rosé Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Aperitif
84 points
A very pretty color with some fun fruit flavors.
Monaco Cocktails Classic Twisted Lime Margarita
84 points
$2
Notes of lemon zest lend this RTD to summertime sipping.
Shelter Distilling Endless Summer Gin Cocktail
83 points
$24.99
An interesting flavor journey of sweet and creamy to savory green herbs and cinnamon baking spices, this is a tasting adventure.
83 points $24.99
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