The Best Bespoke Premixed Cocktails and Where to Buy Them

These are interesting times that we live in. With globalization and internet taking over pretty much every niche possible, everything is at our fingertips. Whether you want to learn a new skill or get your dry cleaning done hustle free, a few taps on your phone and it’s done. On the other hand, this made possible for many micro companies to really make a difference with their products and make our lives easier. In this post we’re looking at a number of small distillers which are reimagining the container version of cocktails, with very different results than those of the 1970s. These premixed drinks will change how you celebrate your achievements and enjoy your after work parties. We searched for the best bespoke distilleries that produce awesome premixed cocktails for you to enjoy whenever and wherever you want.

Manhattan by High West

The High West Barreled Manhattan is made from Whiskey, one part sweet red vermouth, and two dashes of Angostura bitters for every 2.5-ounce serving. It’s then aged in a 2-year-old rye whiskey barrel for 3 to 6 months. The addition of the vermouth lowers increases the wood sugars that dissolve into the “cocktail” inside. Because the barrel breaths, there’s also some oxidation that mellows out the sharpness of the bitters and vermouth. All this makes your Manhattan a darn fine elixir!

Buy 36th Vote Barreled Manhattan.

Bloody Mary by Arty’s

What better way to cure your hangover than with a Bloody Mary! If only there wasn’t so much headache involved in preparing one. Well… there isn’t! Arty’s offers a pre-mixed Bloody Mary with Vodka that’s both delicious and refreshing. It’s a dynamic, multi-dimensional flavor packed with loads of spicy tomato, celery and citrus flavors with a serious kick of black and hot pepper spice on the finish.The legendary taste comes from their small and special batch processing, plus all of their ready to drink cocktails are handcrafted with artisan ingredients to provide a refreshing experience.

Find where to buy Bloody Mary by Arty’s.

The Saratoga by Craft Distilleries

A mix of Germain-Robin brandy, Low Gap clear whiskey, and Andy Quady’s Vya sweet vermouth – The Saratoga cocktail from Craft Distilleries is rich in taste and very easy to drink. This is a limited production product which is a result of a craft-method being too difficult and expensive to manifest that the end result is not suitable for commercial distribution. It’s a one-of-a-kind cocktail for sure.

Buy the Saratoga by Craft Distilleries.

Spotless Martini by Mr Lyan

Ryan Chetiyawardana is the man behind the innovative London bars White Lyan and Dandelyan, who also has a line of bottled cocktails called Mr. Lyan. Known for combining unusual and rare ingredients he creates drinks that are beyond the everyday. The Spotless Martini uses aromatic gin, a drop of citrus bitters in lieu of a twist, a buttery green distillate of olive and a crisp vermouth. The perfect apertif on its own, with nibbles and at the beginning of every good evening.

Buy Spotless Martini by Mr Lyan.

Moscow Mule by Crafthouse Cocktails

Moscow Mule by Crafthouse Cocktails is a light and refreshing post-prohibition classic that’s making a massive resurgence in the cocktail world. It’s made of 100% natural ingredients, organic ginger juice and small batch of vodka from 100% white wheat. The simple, refreshing and bright flavors of the cocktail make it extremely versatile. The key is a high-quality ginger beer, with real spice and a little kick that has nothing to do with the syrupy and cloying ginger ale the modern drinker has become accustomed to. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint sprig or lime wheel for the true bar experience.

See where to buy Moscow Mule by Crafthouse Cocktails.

Old Fashioned by Black Fawn Distilling

Soul Boxer by Black Faw Distilling is an Old Fashioned cocktail, a first of its kind, premium Wisconsin style Old Fashioned, built to bartender specifications and inspired by supper clubs. Ready to pour and enjoy! Soul Boxer Wisconsin Style Brandy Old Fashioned embodies the spirit of Wisconsin drinking and entertaining, from supper club to tailgate, from tavern to your living room. There’s no more doubt whether to behave or cut loose, to recover from the day or celebrate it.

Soul Boxer Old Fashioned by Black Fawn Distilling will be available later this year.

The Rob Roy by The Handmade Cocktail Company

This is a 2013 vintage cocktail from The Handmade Cocktail Company, made to a classic Rob Roy recipe using sherry-matured Speyside single malt, three vermouths and some top-notch bitters. It’s kind of thick and full-bodied with juicy, rich fruit, bittersweet taste. You’ll recognise wood, Corinth raisins, hints of chocolate malt and herbs in this drink. The concept behind the Rob Roy cocktail is simple – you get all the ingredients for a superb cocktail pre-mixed, all you have to do is pour it over ice, stir, then strain off into your glass and garnish.

Buy The Rob Roy cocktail by The Handmade Cocktail Company.