6 New Canned Drinks for Any Mood
The canned beverage industry has exploded over the last few years! I blame our addiction to convenience because it’s a heck of a lot easier to pop open a can than mix a whole cocktail or brew a pot of coffee. At least it’s recyclable. Here are 6 new canned drinks for any mood you’re feeling. I guarantee there’s one that can help you out right now.
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When you need to be explosive at work
The days of sugary Red Bull or Coca-Cola are far behind us, and in fact, the latest clean energy drinks are so boosted with vitamins that you’ll feel like you’re doing your body a favor by drinking them. The Marquis Brand is a sparkling yerba mate beverage with 100 mg of clean caffeine along with B vitamins and immune support. Personally, I can drink only half a can at a time – although they would like you to drink it even with your evening cocktail. The best flavor to try first is Lychee Peach.
Where to Buy: Use the Website link for FREE Shipping plus $15 off your first order. You will also find Marquis at the Andaz Hotel in West Hollywood.
Next, the HiBall Energy Brand has 50 mg of organic guarana and 50 mg of organic ginseng PLUS 160 mg of organic caffeine. It also has all that sugar-free goodness and B vitamins. The cans are huge – so pace yourself with this one. I love the taste of Lemon Lime the best because it’s like a very clean sparkling water, but Grapefruit and Wild Berry are also delicious.
Where to Buy: You can find an 8-pack of HiBall on Amazon for about $23.99.
When you need to work but feel like Playing
Owl’s Brew Boozy Tea was founded by two tea experts, Jennie Ripps and Maria Littlefield after they got tired of drinking unnatural beverages. The bases of these are botanicals and tea and contain 5.0 % alcohol, so you feel just a light buzz, and the tea keeps you motivated to get your job done.
Just in time for summer, they’ve added four new flavors to the rotation. Black Tea & Pomegranate, Blackberry Half & Half, and Green Tea & Passionfruit all contain a vodka base. Of those three, my favorite is Blackberry Half & Half, which includes lemon juice as well.
The flavor I’m really excited about, though, has to be the Skinny Hibiscus Margarita which is made with fresh-brewed organic tea, Tromba tequila blanco, and a splash of fruit juice. It’s a special collaboration between Owl’s Brew and Jeannie Mai Jenkins. It’s like summer in a can, and I hope it lasts through the seasons.
Speaking of seasons, their other fan favorite, Spiced Chai & Cranberry, is one that will keep you warm come November. Keep your eyes open for that one when it hits the shelves.
Where to Buy: You can find Owl’s Brew Boozy Tea at Vons, BevMo, Amazon, Drizly, and their own website if you can’t find the specialty packs in stores. Total Wine & More also has it for $10.99 for a 12-pack. Flavors may vary.
When you’re feeling Dried Out
When I was craving cocktails during Sober October, I would reach for a Caliwater instead and offer my body the opposite of what alcohol generally does to all of us. Caliwater is a Cactus Water beverage from actors Vanessa Hudgens and Oliver Trevena. The drinks are only 35 or fewer calories a can and include 250 mg of nopal cactus extract, which boosts your hydration and skin health. Best of all, a portion of their proceeds goes to the charity No Kid Hungry. The flavor to try first is Watermelon.
Where to Buy: The best price will be on their website or Amazon as they sell it by the 12-pack for $31.49. Use GoPuff if you just want a single starter.
When you feel like Drinking Candy
Sauza Agave Cocktails don’t actually contain tequila, despite the Sauza brand being known for that. They are similar to malt liquor but are sweetened with agave nectar and have 8% alcohol – which is higher than most canned brands. I tried all the flavors, and the one I would crush again and again is the Lime Crush. It’s almost too easy to drink and tastes like sipping on a candied lime.
Where to Buy: Total Wine & More offers a 12-pack for $21.99, and you’ll get a taste of all the flavors they offer, like Tropical Twist and Strawberry Breeze.
When you Don’t Know What You’re Feeling!
Teakoe calls itself “the better for you fizzy-tea brand”, as it’s made of plant-based, organic ingredients and no added sugar, so it’s lower in calories. All the flavors offer a variety of caffeine levels and different ingredients, so you can experiment to find the perfect one for any mood. Pomegranate Hibiscus has only 10 calories with 2 grams of sugar and 30 mg of caffeine, so it’s perfect for an after-lunch pick-me-up. Meanwhile, Pineapple Mate has only 10 calories and 2 grams of sugar but contains 130 mg of caffeine – so you’re gonna want this one in the morning or before a workout.
The botanical ingredients are also worth paying attention to, as something like Strawberry Creme is designed to help lower stress levels and has no caffeine content.
Where to Buy: I recommend starting with a Variety Pack of 12 flavors, so you can find the one that best serves your life at the moment. You can find this on Amazon for $34.99 or for $32 directly from the website. Shipping is always free, and you can also take advantage of 15% off.
