Getting products ready…
A ready-to-drink cocktail is an alcoholic drink in which a spirit is pre-mixed with mixers and flavourings and put into a bottle or can, ready to open and serve. We bring our range, from the Mojito to the Espresso Martini and from canned G&Ts to bottled Negronis, to your door in North Cyprus for parties, the beach and nights in.
Product list
Showing 9 of 36 products
What are ready-to-drink cocktails?
Ready-to-drink cocktails, also known as RTDs, are alcoholic drinks that need no measuring or mixing. The products on this shelf fall into three main groups. The first are canned and small bottled drinks in which a spirit is mixed with a mixer, such as gin and tonic, whisky and cola or vodka lemonade. The second are classic cocktails such as the Margarita, Piña Colada, Mai Tai and Espresso Martini in multi-serve bottles. The third are sweet, fruity, low-alcohol drinks such as Smirnoff Ice.
They all contain alcohol, and strengths vary widely: cans are mostly close to beer strength, while bottled cocktails can exceed wine strength. So always read the strength and serving suggestion on the label.
How to serve them
- Chill: chill cans and bottles well in the fridge before serving.
- Use plenty of ice: bottled cocktails are usually measured into a glass with plenty of ice; some products, such as frothy Espresso Martinis, need shaking before pouring.
- Read the label: the producer's serving size and suggestion vary by product.
- Garnish: a slice of lime, a mint leaf or some orange peel makes a ready-to-drink cocktail look freshly made in the glass.
Quick definitions of the classics on the shelf
- Mojito: the Cuban combination of white rum, mint, lime, sugar and soda.
- Margarita: tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice.
- Piña Colada: a creamy mix of rum, pineapple and coconut.
- Negroni: the bitter classic of equal parts gin, Campari and red vermouth.
How to choose
For a big party, multi-serve bottled cocktails are practical; for drinking on your own or on the beach or a boat, cans are handier. If you like sweet, fruity flavours, go for tropical styles such as Piña Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri; for something drier and more bitter, the Negroni; and coffee lovers can head for the Espresso Martini.
Highlights from our shelves
- A refreshing classic in a can: Beefeater Gin & Tonic.
- Whisky and cola, ready-mixed: Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola.
- Minty and limey: Bacardi Mojito.
- A tequila classic in a bottle: Coppa Cocktails Margarita.
- A coffee cocktail you shake and pour: Punch Club Espresso Martini.
- A bitter aperitif: Conte Camillo Negroni.
If you're after an alcohol-free alternative, see the 0% botanical drinks on our Tonic & Mixers shelf; to make your own cocktails, browse the Vermouth & Bitters shelf; the whole range is in the Mixers & Soft Drinks category.
Frequently asked questions
Do ready-to-drink cocktails contain alcohol?
Yes, all the ready-to-drink cocktails on this shelf contain alcohol. Strength varies considerably by product; cans are usually lower, multi-serve bottled cocktails higher. You can see each product's strength on its label and product page.
How do you serve a bottled ready-to-drink cocktail?
Chill the bottle in the fridge beforehand, pour the serving recommended on the label into a glass with plenty of ice, and garnish with citrus peel or mint if you like. Some products, such as frothy Espresso Martinis, need the bottle shaken before pouring; check the label.
How long does an opened ready-to-drink cocktail last?
It depends on the ingredients and strength. Fizzy canned drinks lose their fizz once opened and should be drunk straight away. For bottled cocktails, follow the storage conditions and use-within period the producer gives on the label; most should be kept in the fridge.
Be the first to hear about offers and new arrivals — sign up to the Jastin newsletter.