On the hunt for a guilt-free drink to enjoy pool- or beachside? You’ll love Miami Cocktail Company.
In case you didn’t know, August is National Wellness Month. Perhaps you’ve noticed a surge in yoga-pose selfies, smoothie shots, and healthy recipe videos lately as you scroll through your Instagram feed. Maybe you’ve taken a break from social media altogether as part of your wellness resolution. Whatever your goals this month, we at Indulge feel treating yourself is as much a part of self-care as meditating, eating healthy, and working exercise into your day — and what’s more indulgent than an ice-cold, bubbly bellini, mimosa, or Paloma to while away the long, hot summer days?
The good news is that fitting your favorite cocktails into your health routine is possible, with the right products. It’s called “mindful drinking,” and it’s a trend that has been on the rise in the U.S. all year. A report by Distill Ventures found 58% of consumers are drinking more low-alcohol options than last year, while the Beverage Industry found 62% of Americans are looking for natural drink options.
If you fall into either of these categories — or if you’re (like us) simply on the hunt for a better guilt-free drink to enjoy pool- or beachside, you’ll love Miami Cocktail Company.
Having introduced the first truly premium organic canned cocktail, this Wynwood-based startup recently went global; mindful imbibers can now enjoy their products from Miami to the United Kingdom. Their vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO spritzes and small-batch cocktails are handcrafted using fresh, natural ingredients sourced from organic farms. You won’t find any additives, sweeteners, preservatives, or artificial colors and flavors here, and at 100-110 calories per serving, they’re as kind to your waistline as they are delicious.
The small-batch originals come in 750-ml bottles that are perfect for enjoying at home, but if you’re looking for something lightweight and glass-free that you can bring along to the park, beach, or pool, try the canned organic spritzes. They come in five great-tasting varieties, including an elderflower and ginger Margarita Spritz, a grapefruit and hibiscus Paloma Spritz, a mandarin rosé Mimosa Spritz, a sunrise rosé Sangria Spritz, and — Gwyneth Paltrow’s favorite — a mango peach rosé Bellini Spritz. Find them all at The Fresh Market, Binny’s, and Total Wine, or online at miamicocktail.com. A four-can pack is $12.99.
Puttin’ on the Spritz
Want to elevate your spritz game? Sip and snack happy with these crave-worthy pairings:
Margarita Spritz + homemade guacamole
An oldie, but a goodie. Add some crunch with organic tortilla chips and some tangy, smoky heat with Tajin around the rim of your cup.
Paloma Spritz + blackened fish tacos
The dry acidity of grapefruit in the Paloma tempers the heat of the blackening spices.
Mimosa Spritz + hamachi crudo
This spritz’s tart tangerine flavor complements the citrus, olive oil, and herbs that dress up the crudo.
Sangria Spritz + charcuterie platter with mixed cheeses, fruits, and cured meats
Sweet, meet salty. Fancy up your platter with a chunk of honeycomb and pour your spritz into a wine glass to raise the luxe level.
Bellini Spritz + fruit salad with freshly squeezed lemon juice
Citrusy, sweet, and oh so refreshing, this pairing tastes like sunshine and lazy summer days — the perfect accompaniment to a golden afternoon.
