NUTRL
NUTRL has been around for a few years now, and they’re proof that sometimes the best thing is something that’s already been around the block. These hard seltzers are easy to sip and come in a sleek, sexy little can — and the brand is still innovating and reinventing itself with new flavors like blueberry. It’s the first thing we reach for when we want a hard seltzer that scratches the itch, every single time.
CASAMIGOS CANNED COCKTAIL
Famed tequila brand Casamigos rolled out its canned cocktails last year, and they did not skimp on the details. The vessel may be aluminum instead of glass, but it still captures the great taste of its tequila without ever feeling synthetic. It’s the ideal solution for anyone who wants their margarita not just on the rocks, but on the move.
ON THE ROCKS
We’ve tried nearly every On The Rocks offering and have never been disappointed, but its rum selections stand out from the rest. The brand runs the gamut from a piña colada to a mojito, and each sip transports you to a luxury vacation destination without ever leaving the function. Best of all, the setup is dead simple: Pour it over a few ice cubes for a perfect cocktail every time (or drink it as the brand intended … in the can).
LUCKY ONE
We love Lucky One’s canned cocktails for a lot of reasons. Not only is the taste some of the best and most authentic we’ve experienced, but the brand also gives back to animal shelters. Created in collaboration with Barstool’s Big Cat, Dave Portnoy, and his dog Miss Peaches, it’s one of those rare occasions where you feel just as good sipping it as you do buying it.
DEWAR’S LEMON WEDGE
Another lemon-based drink, but this time it’s lemon mixed with whiskey … one of the best ways to enjoy that spirit, in our humble opinion. Created by Dewar’s, you know, the guys responsible for some of the most iconic drink mashups poured everywhere from your local dive to the U.S. Open golf clubhouse, this canned cocktail tastes like the real deal, which is why we hold it in the highest regard.
BOMBAY GIN & TONIC CANS
When we first tried the Bombay Gin & Tonic cans, we were on a boat in Ibiza — naturally — and we did a double take with each sip because it’s that close to an actual gin and tonic your favorite bartender would whip up. It strikes the perfect ingredient ratio, drinks refreshingly light, and, like all things Bombay, tastes best beachside.
Archer Roose
Archer Roose cans are instantly recognizable, moose emblem and all, and the taste is just as iconic. Available in a multitude of varietals, it doesn’t skimp on quality; instead, it delivers a balanced sip for when you need your wine to crack open, not cork.
Woodchuck Hard Cider
Finding a great hard cider is trickier than it sounds; you want something that isn’t obnoxiously sweet while still delivering real fruit flavor. Woodchuck nails both. This is what coastal New England fall tastes like, and the rebrand, courtesy of the geniuses at Boston’s Sprout Studios, is just as sharp. You’ll want it front and center in your fridge, that is, if you don’t drink them all first.
Lagunitas x Iron Maiden
Lagunitas keeps impressing us, and not just when it comes to flavor, it’s their fearlessness and willingness to think outside the can. Case in point: The brand’s latest collab, teaming up with Iron Maiden to launch Trooper West Coast IPA. It’s floral, full-flavored, and infused with just the right amount of rock-and-roll heat.
Dale’s Pale Ale
Dale’s is about as classic as it gets — and that’s exactly how we like it. Closing in on 25 years of production, the brand has mastered what a no-frills brewski should taste like. Bonus: It clocks in at 6.5 percent ABV, so you get a little extra buzz for your buck.
The Alchemist — Heady Topper … Err, No Name Stout
The Alchemist, out of Stowe, Vermont, has a cult following, and we’re proud to count ourselves among the converted. The branding alone deserves an award, but the stout itself has won over everyone from master brewers to casual beer lovers. Consider yourself warned: It might just ruin every other stout for you.
Aeronaut Robot Crush
Aeronaut is a Massachusetts brewery that might be one of the Bay State’s best-kept secrets. Every flavor they touch feels more inventive than the last, and Robot Crush is no exception — it wakes up your taste buds with every sip and goes down dangerously easy.
Dogfish Head x Grateful Dead
The Grateful Dead is one of our all-time favorite bands, so it’s no surprise their beer collab with Dogfish Head is one of our all-time favorite brews. It’s got true Deadhead branding, a 5.3 percent ABV, and a taste as upbeat as some of the band’s most famous songs.
Garage Beer
Jason and Travis Kelce know a thing or two about having a good time and that’s exactly what they bring to Garage Beer, the lager brand they join in 2024 and took to new heights (pun intended) this year. While the Kelce brothers have that easygoing “everyman” quality, their beer is anything but average, delivering a crisp, crushable sip with a hint of hops and a touch of citrus. From branding to bottling, Garage Beer is refreshing in all the right ways and yes, a total touchdown.
Daniel D`Amico for SANREMO.FM
