Ready-To-Drink Cocktail News & Reviews
Discover the latest news about your favorite RTD cocktail brands and ready-to-drink products. Find ratings and recognitions for a variety of nationally and regionally distributed pre-mixed canned cocktails and pre-made bottled cocktails. Learn more about new and emerging trends within the RTD beverage industry.
RTD Cocktail News
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Cutwater Expands Its Canned Cocktail Lineup As Holidays A...
The leader in spirits-based, ready-to-drink cocktails is bringing back its fan-favorites, Espresso Martini and Peppermint White Russian, while introducing new cocktails to enhance holiday entertaining.
Cutwater Expands Its Canned Cocktail Lineup As Holidays A...
The leader in spirits-based, ready-to-drink cocktails is bringing back its fan-favorites, Espresso Martini and Peppermint White Russian, while introducing new cocktails to enhance holiday entertaining.
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DIO Announces New Partnership & Seasonal Canned Cocktail
Inspired by the original god of festivity, Dionysus, DIO aims to redefine the art of mixology and elevate the indulgent imbibing experience of luxury ready-to-drink...
DIO Announces New Partnership & Seasonal Canned Cocktail
Inspired by the original god of festivity, Dionysus, DIO aims to redefine the art of mixology and elevate the indulgent imbibing experience of luxury ready-to-drink...
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Deko Ready-To-Drink Bottled Cocktails Drop In 40 States
Deko Cocktails, a newly launched line of expertly crafted ready to serve cocktails, is excited to announce their official US launch in over 40 initial...
Deko Ready-To-Drink Bottled Cocktails Drop In 40 States
Deko Cocktails, a newly launched line of expertly crafted ready to serve cocktails, is excited to announce their official US launch in over 40 initial...
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NightOwl Espresso Martini Celebrates Year Of Awards & Exp...
NightOwl Espresso Martini, a leader in premium ready-to-drink espresso martinis, is proud to announce that it has been honored with awards from The Fifty Best,...
NightOwl Espresso Martini Celebrates Year Of Awards & Exp...
NightOwl Espresso Martini, a leader in premium ready-to-drink espresso martinis, is proud to announce that it has been honored with awards from The Fifty Best,...
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Jack Daniel's Country Cocktails Hard Tea Goes Nationwide
Jack Daniel's Country Cocktails Hard Tea – a canned ready-to-drink that launched earlier this spring in 13 test markets – is rolling out nationwide this...
Jack Daniel's Country Cocktails Hard Tea Goes Nationwide
Jack Daniel's Country Cocktails Hard Tea – a canned ready-to-drink that launched earlier this spring in 13 test markets – is rolling out nationwide this...
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BACARDI & Coca‑Cola Announce Ready-To-Drink Cocktail
The Coca‑Cola Company and Bacardi Limited today announced an agreement to debut BACARDÍ rum and Coca‑Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail.
BACARDI & Coca‑Cola Announce Ready-To-Drink Cocktail
The Coca‑Cola Company and Bacardi Limited today announced an agreement to debut BACARDÍ rum and Coca‑Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail.
RTD Rating Awards Criteria
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PLATINUM MEDAL
Read MoreOur Platinum Medal is awarded to RTD cocktails which receive exceptional scores across the board and exhibit everything...
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GOLD MEDAL
Read MoreOur Gold Medal is awarded to high-scoring RTD cocktails which consistently present extremely desirable...
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SILVER MEDAL
Read MoreOur Silver Medal is awarded to RTD cocktails receiving strong scores from all judges with relatively minor misses in...
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BRONZE MEDAL
Read MoreOur Bronze Medal is awarded to RTD cocktails receiving a mixture of mid-to-high level scores across all categories...
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
Read MoreOur annual Editor's Choice Awards are bestowed upon products which have been rated at the very highest levels...
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RTD ROYALTY
Read MoreOur RTD Royalty Awards go one step further than our Editor's Choice. Transcending any categories, we crown a limited...
RTD Cocktail Ratings
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Buena Gave Ready-To-Drink Canned Margarita
The OG Tequila Cocktail. When you think of tequila, you think MARGARITA! The margarita is the number ONE ordered cocktail in the United States, so we...
Buena Gave Ready-To-Drink Canned Margarita
The OG Tequila Cocktail. When you think of tequila, you think MARGARITA! The margarita is the number ONE ordered cocktail in the United States, so we...
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Buena Gave Ranch Water Canned Cocktail
The West Texas Legend and one of our favorite cocktails, period! This simple, yet delicious cocktail is made with our favorite spirit, Tequila Blanco!
Buena Gave Ranch Water Canned Cocktail
The West Texas Legend and one of our favorite cocktails, period! This simple, yet delicious cocktail is made with our favorite spirit, Tequila Blanco!
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Get Ready With Tea Let's Go Lemon
Let’s Go Lemon is a laid-back, easy tea. It smells like a warm summer day and drinks like a refreshing reward.
Get Ready With Tea Let's Go Lemon
Let’s Go Lemon is a laid-back, easy tea. It smells like a warm summer day and drinks like a refreshing reward.
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Get Ready With Tea Pregame Peach
Pregame Peach is for all of the peach lovers. It packs a peachy punch to the nose and feels smooth going down.
Get Ready With Tea Pregame Peach
Pregame Peach is for all of the peach lovers. It packs a peachy punch to the nose and feels smooth going down.
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Get Ready With Tea Ready Raspberry Lime
Ready Raspberry Lime is a unique combination of familiar flavors that work well together. The full-bodied aroma of the raspberry with an easy lime kick...
Get Ready With Tea Ready Raspberry Lime
Ready Raspberry Lime is a unique combination of familiar flavors that work well together. The full-bodied aroma of the raspberry with an easy lime kick...
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Canella Bellini – Bottled Bellini Sparkling Wine Cocktail
The Bellini, the cocktail of Venice, is an aperitif composed of three parts Brut sparkling wine, one part white peach juice and pulp and a...
Canella Bellini – Bottled Bellini Sparkling Wine Cocktail
The Bellini, the cocktail of Venice, is an aperitif composed of three parts Brut sparkling wine, one part white peach juice and pulp and a...
RTD Roundtable Interviews
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Clement Pappas: Surfside Iced Tea & Vodka CEO
One of the hottest RTD product lineups right now is Surfside Iced Tea & Vodka and Vodka Lemonades from Stateside Vodka. The RTD Magazine team...
Clement Pappas: Surfside Iced Tea & Vodka CEO
One of the hottest RTD product lineups right now is Surfside Iced Tea & Vodka and Vodka Lemonades from Stateside Vodka. The RTD Magazine team...
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Mission Cocktails Founders Amit Singh & Marcin Malyszko
Amit Singh and Marcin Malyszko are the founders of Mission Cocktails — a premium ready-to-drink craft cocktail brand that prides itself on giving back. The RTD...
Mission Cocktails Founders Amit Singh & Marcin Malyszko
Amit Singh and Marcin Malyszko are the founders of Mission Cocktails — a premium ready-to-drink craft cocktail brand that prides itself on giving back. The RTD...
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Bryce & Jill Morrison: Founders Of Mom Water + Dad Water
Our panel recently had the opportunity to speak with Bryce and Jill Morrison, the founders of two fast-growing RTD brands — Mom Water, a fruit infused...
Bryce & Jill Morrison: Founders Of Mom Water + Dad Water
Our panel recently had the opportunity to speak with Bryce and Jill Morrison, the founders of two fast-growing RTD brands — Mom Water, a fruit infused...
RTD Services Providers
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Unlock Your RTD Brand’s Success In Pennsylvania & Beyond
Let Five Star Beverage Group create a custom blueprint for your ready-to-drink brand and unlock success in highly sought-after markets like Pennsylvania, who recently passed significant RTD...
Unlock Your RTD Brand’s Success In Pennsylvania & Beyond
Let Five Star Beverage Group create a custom blueprint for your ready-to-drink brand and unlock success in highly sought-after markets like Pennsylvania, who recently passed significant RTD...
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Let O-I Glass Make Your RTD Product Launch Pop
When you’ve been in the business of delighting beverage consumers for over 135 years, you understand that it takes more than just a distinct product...
Let O-I Glass Make Your RTD Product Launch Pop
When you’ve been in the business of delighting beverage consumers for over 135 years, you understand that it takes more than just a distinct product...
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Impulse Tower From Main St. Group: The Ultimate Beverage ...
In the fast-paced world of ready-to-drink beverage marketing, capturing consumers' attention and driving impulse purchases are key objectives for brands looking to thrive in a...
Impulse Tower From Main St. Group: The Ultimate Beverage ...
In the fast-paced world of ready-to-drink beverage marketing, capturing consumers' attention and driving impulse purchases are key objectives for brands looking to thrive in a...