Summer is, if nothing else, about embracing the moment, and with several heat waves under our belt this year, saying yes to last minute plans, staying out later than expected to enjoy the balmy evenings and watching sunsets whilst making memories with friends and loved ones has never felt so right!
The canned drink is therefore the perfect accompaniment to this, designed to be enjoyed on the go allowing you to embrace those moments of impulse and the freedom to just live in the moment.
Here’s what’s been keeping us hydrated and adding extra joy to our summer so far…
For Innocent drinkers…
Spraga Kombuca Mixed Pack from £12 for 4 Cans at Amazon.com
An exciting new Kombucha range that is rich in probiotics and full of refreshing, delicious flavours. There are four enticing and oddly real Kombucha flavours to enjoy; Original, Ginger & Lemon, Pomegranate and Apple & Pear. Each is made with carefully selected organic tea, which is infused multiple times to bring out all its flavour and aroma, organic cane sugar, and a living SCOBY culture. The functional foursome are also 100% natural, vegan and gluten free.
Agua De Madre Water Kefir Cans from £30 for 12 Cans
This female founded, B Corp company is rooted in ancient wisdom for modern life.
Naturally fermented sparkling water kefir, in flavours such as Blood Orange (my personal favourite) Raspberry & Passionfruit and Lemon & ginger, is bursting with billions of live cultures.
Discovered 2000 years ago on the pads of the Mexican Opuntia cactus.
Smiling Wolf Mixed Box from £24.50 for 8 cans
A feel good, alcohol alternative drink that comes in flavours you’ll recognise such as Mojito, Negroni, G&T and Aperitivo Spritz, but in mood enhancing blends which include L-Theanine, known for its calming and focus enhancing effects.
For Wine Lovers…
Vinca Organic Mixed Wine Pack from £15 for 4 cans
Having tried and tested these (it’s a tough job but someone has to do it) I can confirm that whichever you chose, whether it be Sicilian Red, White, Pale Rosé or Sparkling wine you wont be disappointed. Extra kudos for the fact they are also organic and vegan certified, making them a total crowd pleaser.
Cocktail Club…
Remember when canned Cocktails were, well, dire if truth be told. Luckily things have moved on in recent years and today’s pre-mixed cocktails, if done correctly can be quite a sophisticated affair as our selection proves…
Della Vite Spritz: £32 for Mixed box of 8
These ready-to-drink Spritzes are inspired by the Delevingne sisters travels across Italy. Five wildly delicious spritz cocktails, including Aperitivo Spritz, Sicilian Lemon Spritz, Bellini Spritz, Hugo Spritz and Aperiti-No Spritz (for non drinkers) reimagining Italy’s most iconic serves, and the cities that made them famous.
El Rayo Tequila Four Can Taster Pack £15
These sophisticated Tequila Cocktails taste as good as they look! Available in two flavours, Tequila Lime & Soda, mixing El Rayo Tequila with sparkling artisanal soda and a fresh hit of Mexican lime, and Tequila Tonic & Grapefruit, which blends El Rayo Tequila with crisp tonic water and a twist of grapefruit for a whole new Tequila experience.
Moth Drinks Taster Pack from £26 for mixed box of 8
Perfect for the indecisive or experimental, MOTH’ s cocktail taster pack includes Margarita, Espresso Martini, Mojito, Piña Colada, Passionfruit Martini, Mango Margarita, Strawberry Daiquiri and Spicy Margarita.
Bullard’s Spirits Sustainable Cocktail Pouches £35 for 70cl
These handy and recyclable pouches are perfect for festivals, picnics or even simple lazy summer afternoons spent at home with the BBQ. There are three flavours to choose from. Strawberry Clover which blends Strawberry & Black Pepper Gin, strawberry liqueur, fresh lemon and sugar cane to create a bright, fruity serve with a gentle peppery lift. Coastal Negroni, combining Coastal Gin, sweet vermouth made from Chet Valley Vineyard grapes infused with wormwood and sweet flag, and bitters to create a perfectly balanced twist on the Italian classic and Nelson’s Bloody Storm, Bullard’s Nelson’s Blood Orange Spiced Rum balanced with fiery ginger and a squeeze of lime, it’s bold, warming and full of character.
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