Summer cocktail trends favor Paloma and ready-to-drink options

Summer cocktail trends are shifting toward refreshing, easy-to-prepare options. Bartender Diego Cabrera highlights the Paloma—a Mexican cocktail made with tequila, grapefruit soda, lime, and salt—as a top choice for sunset drinking due to its simplicity and refreshing nature. Another recommended option is the espresso tonic, which combines coffee with tonic water and vanilla for a post-meal beverage.

In the retail sector, ready-to-drink options are gaining significant popularity. Specifically, the Almirante brand mojito, distributed by Mercadona, has become a summer phenomenon. The pre-mixed bottle, which contains rum, mint, and lime, offers a convenient and cost-effective alternative to bar-served cocktails, allowing consumers to enjoy a similar experience at home for a fraction of the price.