Summer is for celebration. Families and friends gather for picnics at the park, backyard barbecues on rooftops and, this year in particular, FIFA World Cup watch parties. Whatever the occasion, a great ready-to-drink cocktail makes it even easier to raise a glass.
Canada’s ready-to-drink (RTD) category has evolved well beyond the coolers of the ’90s and the hard seltzer boom of the past few years. Today’s shelves are filled with everything from hard teas and vodka sodas to premium margaritas, Japanese-inspired lemon sours and small-batch cocktail classics in a can. According to a 2026 Mintel market research report, RTDs now account for 63% of all spirit-based products sold in Ontario, with cocktail-inspired flavours and margarita-style drinks continuing to drive the category’s growth. Our roundup highlights the best new ready-to-drink cocktails and RTDs from the biggest brands available across Canada this summer.
Best New Ready-to-Drink Cocktails in Canada for Summer 2026
Snapple Spiked Original Tea
Snapple
The classic Snapple tea we all know and love just got a spiked upgrade. Made from real tea leaves, a splash of lemon and infused with vodka, it’s perfectly refreshing on a hot summer day. The Snapple Spiked line also includes a Peach Tea and Strawberry Tea.
Vodka Cosmopolitan
Cutwater
That classic cosmopolitan flavour in a convenient, ready-to-drink can. This new release from Cutwater is made with vodka, triple sec, and features notes of bright cranberry and juicy lime. It’s the perfect way to enjoy an elegant cocktail without having to do the mixing yourself.
Clawtails Variety Pack
White Claw
This pack of 12 cocktail-inspired sparkling beverages are perfect to share with friends at your next summer barbecue or outdoor picnic. There are four flavours: a rum-based Blackberry Mojito and Tropical Mai Tai, a vodka-based Strawberry Cosmopolitan and a tequila-based Mango Margarita.
Peach Vodka Soda
NÜTRL
For a low-calorie option, this delightfully light peach vodka soda has 0g of sugar and 0g of carbs. It’s light, crisp, refreshing and crafted from only three simple ingredients: vodka, soda and natural peach flavour. Enjoy on its own, or elevate it with added juices and liqueurs.
Strawberry Pomelo Vodka Soda
Cottage springs
When Cottage Springs was founded, they aimed to capture the feeling of a cottage weekend in a can. This new release exemplifies that goal, and makes for the perfect refreshment on a trip away with friends. This unique flavour combo brings together the sweetness of strawberries and the citrusy twist of pomelo.
Double Shot Margarita
OLÉ Cocktail Co.
Twice the intensity with zero compromise. Olé recently released new Double Shot Cocktails, available as a Margarita or a Paloma. These drinks are made from premium blanco tequila from Jalisco, Mexico and sweetened with real agave. Made for high-energy nights and pre-game moments.
Vodka Lemon Sour
sapporo
Inspired by Japan’s traditional and most popular cocktail, this sparkling vodka lemon sour will quench your thirst on a hot summer day. It’s loaded with citrus flavour, and delivers a crisp yet sour finish. Sapporo recommends pairing it with grilled fish, shrimp tacos or sushi.
Grape Hard Seltzer
white claw
This latest addition to White Claw’s core hard seltzer line-up is this beautifully balanced grape flavour. There’s a delightful tartness coming from the grape skin, and a floral concord grape aroma on the nose.
Tropical Caesarita
Mott's clamato
In this latest release from Mott’s Clamato, two fan-favourite drinks combine into one ultimate sunny cocktail. The classic Caesar mix is paired with an agave-style spirit, with a sweetness added from roasted pineapple and mango.
