Summer is approaching, and there's a wave of new coolers hitting LCBO shelves just in time!
From warm beach days, to campfires at the lake, there are tons of great new options for cooler lovers. Here's our top 5 faves that are brand new this year.
1) CoCo Rum™
Worried about staying hydrated this summer? CoCo Rum™ is the drink for you! This "Hard Coconut Water" is not only delicious, refreshing, and hydrating, it also uses real coconut water meaning you get all the added health benefits. CoCo Rum™ combines coconut water with white Caribbean rum and a splash of carbonation, and is made right here in Ontario.
They call themselves "summer in a can" and every sip tastes like a tropical vacation, giving hints of coconut and piña colada. It's also a must for those looking to avoid bloating. The real coconut water and light carbonation makes it easy on your stomach, so you don't spoil your warm weather days!
2) Cutwater Rum Mai Tai
Looking for something a little stronger? This one's for you! After finally making it's way up from the US, Cutwater has seen multiple flavours hit the LCBO in the last couple years. Cutwater is known for their higher ABV canned cocktails, letting you enjoy a delicious bartender-quality drink at home.
Coming in at 12.5% ABV, this is definitely a sipper to get the night started. Tropical notes of rum, pineapple, coconut, and white rum make it great for serving in a cocktail glass, or enjoying straight out of the can.
3) Georgian Bay Tropical Smash Passionfruit
Another Ontario made drink, Georgian Bay is back at it with their Tropical Smash Passionfruit! Sweet and juicy, this drink is made with Georgian Bay vodka and blended with passionfruit and juicy Tahitian lime. At 7% ABV, this is the perfect middle-strength canned drink, not too heavy, not too light.
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This one's for the tequila lovers! A crisp sparkling Margarita made with tequila blanco, lime juice and organic agave nectar, with no artificial flavours or sweeteners! Our favourite drink to serve in a margarita glass and pretend we made it ourselves.
At 5.2% ABV, this is on the lighter side for a margarita, but it's still packed with flavour, and lets you keep sipping away all night long.
5) Twisted Tea Slightly Sweet Blueberry
The drink so many have been asking for, Twisted Teas with half the sugar! We all love our "Tweas", but our waist-lines might not. Now you don't have to choose! All the flavour from the real tea, mixed with blueberry, with half the sweetness and sugar. Another great option for those avoiding bloating!