Alcoholic Beverages

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A mixologist in a New Jersey bar prepares an Old Fashioned cocktail for takeout, symbolizing the new permanent law allowing cocktails to go.
Drinks

NJ Governor Signs Law Making Cocktails To Go Permanent

The temporary permission for New Jersey's bars to sell a perfectly mixed Old Fashioned for takeout has officially become permanent, thanks to Governor Mikie Sherrill's signature.

Daniel Moretti·August 31, 2026
A hand selecting a premium spirits-based ready-to-drink can from a bar shelf, symbolizing the shift in consumer preference over malt seltzers.
Trends

Spirits RTDs Outsell Malt Seltzers Amidst Billion-Dollar Boom

Spirits-based ready-to-drink beverages have surged by 32.

Daniel Moretti·August 11, 2026
Diverse group of Canadian friends happily sharing and enjoying a variety of colorful ready-to-drink cocktails on a sunny outdoor patio.
Drinks

Canadian consumers embrace ready-to-drink cocktails, driving market growth

Canadians bought just over 40% more ciders and coolers between April 2020 and March 31, 2021, according to Statistics Canada .

Daniel Moretti·June 5, 2026
A can of E-40's Sluricane Espresso Martini ready-to-drink cocktail displayed prominently in a stylish bar setting.
Drinks

E-40 Launches New Espresso Martini RTD Cocktail

Rapper E-40 has launched a Sluricane Espresso Martini, a ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail with a potent 20% ABV, priced at $19.

Daniel Moretti·June 3, 2026
A close-up of a pre-mixed spirit-based cocktail in a stylish glass, with a blurred bar background, highlighting the leading trend in the US alcoholic drinks market.
Drinks

US pre-mixed alcoholic drinks market analysis shows spirit-based cocktails leading.

In 2025, the ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage category surged nearly 18%, eclipsing the entire vodka segment to become the undisputed leader in the U.

Daniel Moretti·May 18, 2026
A futuristic bar scene in 2026, highlighting the rise of ready-to-drink cocktails alongside traditional mixology.
Brands

Ready-to-drink cocktails challenge mixology and craft in 2026

In 2023, a single major grocery chain reported selling more ready-to-drink Old Fashioneds than all the craft cocktail bars in its city combined, signaling a profound shift in how consumers access soph

Daniel Moretti·May 14, 2026
Split image: a refreshing non-alcoholic RTD cocktail with Lion's Mane and caffeine next to a premium high-ABV alcoholic RTD cocktail, illustrating market divergence.
Brands

10 Barrel Brewing Launches Two New Ready-to-Drink Cocktail Lines

On May 4, 2026, 10 Barrel Brewing launched a non-alcoholic RTD cocktail infused with Lion's Mane and caffeine.

Daniel Moretti·May 5, 2026
On The Rocks Passion Fruit and Watermelon Margarita ready-to-drink cocktails displayed on a bar with a tropical beach sunset in the background.
Drinks

On The Rocks Launches Passion Fruit and Watermelon Margarita RTDs

The global ready-to-drink cocktail market, valued at $3.

Daniel Moretti·April 25, 2026
A diverse selection of colorful ready-to-drink cocktails arranged attractively on a bar, showcasing new flavors and market expansion.
Drinks

Ready-to-drink cocktail market sees major expansion with new flavors

The Finnish Long Drink, a single ready-to-drink brand, more than tripled its sales since 2022, reaching 3.

Daniel Moretti·April 14, 2026
Jack Daniel's Coca-Cola Zero Sugar variety pack featuring new cherry and vanilla zero-sugar ready-to-drink cocktails.
Drinks

Jack Daniel's Coca-Cola Zero Sugar adds new ready-to-drink flavors

Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola have just launched a new variety pack featuring their first-ever zero-sugar cherry and vanilla ready-to-drink cocktails, each containing just 100 calories.

Daniel Moretti·April 13, 2026
A visually appealing display of Vodkade's new sugar-free, 90-calorie ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages in a modern bar setting, featuring sleek bottles and fresh fruit.
Brands

Vodkade Launches New Sugar-Free Alcoholic Beverages With 90 Calories

Vodkade introduces a new line of sugar-free, 90-calorie ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages, targeting health-conscious consumers. Learn about the four new non-carbonated, fruit-flavored options now available nationwide.

Daniel Moretti·March 30, 2026