Waterbird Spirits, Charlottesville, Va., launched two new canned cocktails, Tequila Margarita and Ranch Water. For the first time, this adds tequila-based cocktails to the portfolio of the rapidly growing company that currently produces five varieties of potato vodka-based canned cocktails.
Waterbird products are currently available in Virginia, Tennessee and Georgia, and plans are underway for nationwide distribution expansion in 2021. Waterbird will be distributed in over 30 states by the end of 2021.
The team at Waterbird tasted hundreds of tequilas distilled in Jalisco, Mexico before selecting the premium blanco tequila that is the main ingredient in the two new canned cocktails.
Tequila Margarita blends the premium spirit with triple sec, real lime juice and a hint of salt. At 7% ABV, the “bold and juicy” cocktail is available in four packs of 12-ounce cans, and each can has 160 calories.
Ranch Water combines premium blanco tequila with sparkling water, real lime juice and natural flavors. At 5% ABV, it is also available in four packs of 12-ounce cans. Each can has 100 calories.
“We’re excited to add these premium tequila options to our growing line of canned cocktails,” says Wilson Craig, owner of Waterbird Spirits. “Our focus is always on using the best spirits we can find, and we spent a long time searching for the perfect premium blanco tequila for these light and refreshing cocktails.”