There’s a shift that happens the second the weather turns. Plans loosen, days stretch, and suddenly everything feels a little more spontaneous. What we drink follows that same energy. Less effort, more intention. Less time making the moment, more time actually in it.

That’s exactly where Collective Arts Brewing has found its stride with their Cocktail Mix Pack, a lineup of ready-to-drink cocktails designed for how we actually live, and drink, right now. If you’ve been searching for the best canned cocktails for summer, this is the kind of pack that quietly checks every box.

Ready-to-drink, or RTD, cocktails are fully made and balanced drinks, packaged so all you have to do is chill, crack, and pour. No shaking, no measuring, no second guessing. But what’s changed is the quality. Today’s premium RTD cocktails are built with the same intention as what you’d order at a bar, and Collective Arts is leading that shift with flavour-forward, well-balanced options that actually deliver.

Because with them, it’s never just about the liquid. Built in Hamilton, Ontario, Collective Arts has created a global platform that brings together craft beverages and emerging art. Every label features work from artists around the world, turning each can into something collectible, something you notice. This pack features artwork by Chicago-based artist Coco Spencer, bold, graphic, and full of movement, the kind of design that mirrors the energy of what’s inside.

And inside, four cocktails that feel like four different versions of summer.

The Blood Orange & Lime Margarita is the reason you buy the pack. Full stop. It’s the first one gone, the one people ask about, the one you wish you had more of. It opens bright and citrus-driven, but quickly deepens. The blood orange brings a richer, slightly more rounded citrus tone, while the lime cuts through with a clean, sharp edge that keeps everything lifted. There’s just enough agave to round it out, giving you that classic margarita feel without ever leaning sweet. It’s vibrant, structured, and honestly hard to put down. This is golden hour in a can—and easily one of the most compelling ready-to-drink margaritas in Canada right now.

Bring it to: rooftops, beach days, that “one drink” that turns into five
Enjoy it with: tacos, grilled shrimp, street corn, anything salty within reach
Best garnish (if you’re so inclined): a lime wheel or a quick salted rim

The Citrus Gin Collins is your reset button. Clean, crisp, and quietly confident, it delivers exactly what you want when the sun is high and the day is wide open. Bright citrus leads, layered with soft botanicals that give it shape without ever weighing it down. There’s a light effervescence that keeps it refreshing, sip after sip. It’s easy, but not boring. Effortless, but still considered—and a strong contender if you’re looking for a light, refreshing canned cocktail for daytime drinking.

Bring it to: park hangs, picnics, patio afternoons that stretch into early evening
Enjoy it with: fresh salads, olives, chips, or absolutely nothing at all
Best garnish (if you’re so inclined): a lemon twist or thin citrus slice

The Passionfruit Mojito is where things get a little more playful. It leans into that tropical energy without going over the top. The passionfruit is lush and juicy, bringing a soft sweetness, while the mint cuts through with freshness and lift. It’s balanced in a way that feels natural, like it was always meant to taste this way. This is the one that shifts the mood. The playlist gets louder, the conversation gets longer, and suddenly you’re not checking the time anymore. It’s exactly what you want from a tropical ready-to-drink cocktail.

Bring it to: backyard BBQs, pool days, anywhere with music and good energy
Enjoy it with: grilled chicken, seafood, spicy dishes, fresh fruit
Best garnish (if you’re so inclined): a sprig of mint or a slice of lime

The Wild Berry Lime Cosmo rounds out the pack with something a little more expressive, but still polished. Berry-forward and slightly tart, it’s balanced by citrus that keeps everything fresh and lifted. It nods to the classic cosmopolitan, but feels lighter, more modern, and much more in tune with how we’re drinking now. It’s the kind of cocktail that carries you into the night without missing a beat—and a standout if you’re after a fruity canned cocktail with a citrus edge.

Bring it to: dinner with friends, pre-drinks, nights that start low-key and don’t stay that way
Enjoy it with: charcuterie, pasta, chocolate desserts, late-night snacks
Best garnish (if you’re so inclined): a twist of orange peel or a few fresh berries

What makes this pack land is how naturally it moves with you. One for the afternoon, one for golden hour, one for whatever the night turns into. It’s flexible, it’s fun, and it actually feels like it understands the moment. And that’s really the point. Collective Arts Brewing isn’t just making cocktails you can grab and go. They’re building something that connects flavour, creativity, and culture in a way that feels current. From the liquid to the label, every detail is intentional.

You can find the Cocktail Mix Pack as an LCBO online exclusive, with additional availability across major retailers like Loblaws, Sobeys, Walmart, Metro, Circle K, 7-Eleven, Quick Convenience, and Avondale, making it one of the more accessible premium canned cocktail packs in Ontario right now.

So stock the fridge, bring the pack, and be the one who shows up with the good drinks.

Sun’s out. Cocktails out. And this is exactly what that looks like now.