If you thought the era of hard seltzers was over, think again.
Mamitas also has some famous tiesand I’m not just talking about the Mexican beach it’s named after.
Five percent alcohol per volume is standard for all flavors.
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The look:Crystal clear liquid with frequent bubbles, just like a tequila soda.
The taste:Don’t let the pleasing packaging and allure of celebrity-association fool you.
Each of the four flavors tastes of dull tonic water with an almost unbearable sourness.
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This is especially notable in the lime variety, which induced a grimace on my face after every swig.
No flavor was palatable.
I picked up the brand’s original 12-count variety pack in Ohio for $17.99.
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The taste:“Water” is right.
The spicy rendition does leave you with a unique back-of-the-throat burnits only defining feature.
And the prickly pear is the only one that delivers a touch of sweetness.
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Otherwise, the tiniest hint of lime and mostly bitterness overtakes each sip.
I reckon people down south may have a different take on the matter.
But, for me, these didn’t tickle my fancy.
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White Claw Hard Seltzer
Consumers began riding theWhite Clawwave in 2016.
Asking someone to pick up a case of White Claws isn’t a simple request.
You must specify whether you want the Nos 1, 2, or 3 variety pack.
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Conversely, you may have your eye on the sweet Iced Tea or Lemonade boxes.
I, for one, grabbed myself a classic variety pack No.
1 for $18.99, but it’s not exactly as you might remember.
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Only the brand’s enlarged logo appears on the front and one brushstroke of color underneath the flavor name.
The libation within is just as boring, akin toplain sparkling water.
The taste:Most prominent doesn’t always equate to most palatable.
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But, when pitted against other top choices, the brand loses some of its sparkle.
Even something as sweet as pineapple can’t cover up the artificial notes and lingering aftertaste.
For those reasons, I have officially jumped off the White Claw bandwagon.
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Truly Hard Seltzer
In the battle of the seltzers, Truly is up there with White Claw.
The brand also debuted in 2016 and has nearly the same ingredient list as its competitor.
It’s also followed a similar trajectory, adding new product after new product.
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Truly now takes the shape of Fruit Punch, Lemonade, Vodka Soda, Tequila Soda, and more.
Each one contains 5% alcohol, just like White Claw.
The look:Once again, the cans here are lackluster.
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But they deserve extra points for showcasing fruits at their crest.
Since they’re made with real fruit juice, each flavor has a unique color tint.
The taste:Plagued with many of the same issues as White Claw, just in a different font.
They come with fewer bubbles, making them better for sipping or chugging smoothly.
All in all, the drinks aren’t bad.
But, they’re not necessarily crave-able either.
I would say I fall into that category.
So, I picked up a 4-pack for $9.99.
The look:The packaging is exactly what you would expect from SunnyD.
Inside, the seltzer is not as golden orange as one may hope.
Instead, it’s a cloudy shade of off-white.
The taste:Somewhere between a straight-up screwdriver and a creamsicle.
At the same time, though, it reminded me of a diluted orange soda.
My other complaint is the absence of that iconic Florida sun flavor.
I could think of no better use for it than a throwback to the ’90s party.
The beer brand debuted a standard lineup of fruity flavors from Strawberry to Lemon Lime.
Another spirited concoction that comes with its own level of intrigue is theBud Light Seltzer Hard Soda.
Both come in bright, vibrant shades that border on alarming.
The Classic Cola and Cherry Cola bring us back to reality in conventional colors of dark brown to caramel.
But, these colas are a product I can get behind.
The Orange is so sickly sweet and syrupy that it left a sugar residue on my lips.
Meanwhile, the Citrus can only be described as a less flavorful yet somehow more artificial Mountain Dew.
If Bud Light would listen to my pleas to release an all-Cola box, we would be golden.
Despite this turbulence, the brand has remained steadfast on the shelf and still uses its original recipes.
Twelve cans fill the cardboard container at 5% alcohol each.
The look:“Vibrant” describes this product well, from the box to each individual can.
I hoped the exploding fruit images pictured would also translate into the flavor.
In terms of the refreshment itself, it’s not overly fizzy for a brand called Vizzy.
The taste:I highly appreciate the individuality of each Vizzy flavor.
They shy away from overdone basics like lime and cherry, instead offering dual flavors in every can.
With sweet blueberries and a tart pomegranate finish, the purple and blue mashup has my heart.
The fresh and tropical Pineapple Mango stood out, while the Papaya Passionfruit made me feel indifferent.
Exuding an almost stale taste, the Strawberry Kiwi is the only one I didn’t jive with.
I give the brand two thumbs up.
Antioxidants or not, Vizzy iz a vibe either way.
And I have my eye on the Orange Cream Pop variety next.
There wasn’t a flavor I didn’t like, from crisp Strawberry Guava to a mild Mango.
Maybe that’s the tanginess at work?
I’m not sure, but either way, it was still tasty, if unexpected.
It stands as thetop-selling canned cocktail, and I was curious to see if this title is well-deserved.
There are 16 flavors of High Noon seltzers and six versions of its new tequila seltzers.
They stand at 4.5% alcohol apiece.
The look:The drinks come lightly colored and lightly carbonated.
Small fruit insignias can be found on each can, signifying the flavor.
The taste:The smoothest of all seltzers.
It must have something to do with swapping malt liquor for vodkathe brand’s not-so-secret sauce.
Each new taste offers just enough sweetness to get you by while contributing an air of fruity authenticity.
Additionally, nothing offensive lingers on your tongue after taking a sip.
Grapefruit, which has never been my favorite, is a can I can drink without a second thought.
And sweet, tropical Pineapple seems to be a crowd-pleaseralways the first one missing out of the variety box.
So, naturally, I added a box to my cart.
Come to find out, the brand hails from Austin, Texas.
Like Lone Star State’s capital city, this brand keeps it weird.
This is evident in its recent Techniflavor and Keep it Weird spiked seltzers.
I chose to dial down the unconventionality a tad with the Original Variety Pack.
It cost $16.99the cheapest option I purchased, except the four-pack SunnyD seltzers.
Flavors include Blackberry, Peach, Watermelon Mint, and Cherry Lime, all at 5% alcohol.
The look:The logo gives off a groovy vibe.
The seltzer itself is clear with frequent bubbles.
The taste:This brand is all about funand how fun it is to drink these seltzers.
I started with the Watermelon Mint, which proved to be the best choice I made.
It’s oh-so-refreshing, like a fruity mojito, and unlike anything I tried from other seltzer brands.
I could see myself popping one open at any time of day.
Hey, it’s five o’clock somewhere, right?
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