11 Canned Cocktails To Throw In Your Beach Bag This Summer

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PUBLISHED Jun. 1 2018, 1:04 p.m. ET

UPDATED Oct. 12 2018, 3:14 p.m. ET

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Along with ushering in jorts, BBQs, and beach days, the start of summer means the return of socially acceptable day-drinking. Whether you’re laying out by the ocean or backyard grilling, spending a summer day imbibing in the sun is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

If the mention of pre-made cocktails conjures up thoughts of candy-flavored wine coolers and saccharine margaritas, it’s time to revisit them.

These modern canned cocktails are an easy way to up your summer day-drinking game:

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1. Pampelonne Sparkling Wine Cocktails

These refreshing wine cocktails come in not-too-sweet flavors like Rosé Lime and Blood Orange. 

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2. Portland Sangria

A twist on traditional sangria, Portland Sangria pairs herbs like basil and rosemary with fruit.

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3. Trader Joe's Simpler Wines

As we all know, Trader Joe's can do no wrong and these budget-friendly, portable wines are no exception.

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4. Ramona

This chef-approved modern take on the humble wine cooler comes from the wine director of Momofuku, so you know it's on point. 

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5. Narragansett Del's Shandy

While some may turn their nose up at pre-made beer cocktails, Narragansett's shandy is a summer classic and a refreshing break from robust craft brews. 

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6. Stiegl Radler

A radler is basically a grapefruit sandy, and at 2.5% ABV this crisp beverage is perfect for all-day drinking without knocking you out.

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7. Budweiser Clamato Chelada

For those who prefer bold flavors to sweet, this briny michelada pairs perfectly with salty sea air.

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8. Cutwater Cocktails

Even if you're not a beer & wine person, you can still get in on the canned drink game. Cutwater makes a variety of classic cocktails with tequila, rum, whiskey, gin, or vodka. Whatever your preferred poison, you're sure to find a favorite.

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9. Gosling's Dark 'n Stormy

If you're a true Dark 'n Stormy fan, you know there's only one kind of rum to use; Goslings. This canned version is the real deal.

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10. Sauza Agua Fuerte

This light tequila soda drink is perfect for anyone on the flavored seltzer hype.

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11. Slow & Low Rye and Rock

If all these choices sound weak AF to you, then maybe this Old Fashioned, made with rock candy and angostura bitters, is more your speed.

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And while you enjoy your drinks outdoors, remember that no one enjoys litter, so be sure to recycle those cans!

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