Best premixed cocktails to order online now

The pandemic permanently reshaped the nation’s drinking habits, with lockdowns forcing even the most devoted bar-goers to get creative at home. While those restrictions are thankfully behind us, one at-home habit has firmly earned its place: premixed cocktails.

While many of us can confidently pour a solid G&T, some classics are best left to the professionals. Short of hiring a mixologist for the weekend, ready-to-drink bottled cocktails offer the next best thing – expertly balanced, carefully crafted and consistently good from the first pour to the last.

Whether it’s a Thirsty Thursday ritual, a Friday night reward or an easy way to elevate hosting duties, today’s premixed cocktails deliver bar-quality results with minimal effort. They’re also a practical solution when specialist ingredients are hard to source, or when kitchen space (and patience) is in short supply.

Once dismissed for being overly sweet or one-note, premixed cocktails have undergone a serious upgrade. Renowned mixologists and respected bars now produce batched drinks designed for precision and balance – the same reason many top venues rely on them behind the bar.

Convenient, portable and party-ready, these pre-made cocktails are ideal for picnics, gatherings or festivals, and they make hosting infinitely easier. Just add ice, pour and enjoy – no shaker required. After extensive research (purely in the name of journalism), we’ve rounded up the best premixed cocktails you can order online right now.

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NIO Cocktails Build-a-Box

Cocktails through the letterbox beat dreary bills any day of the week. NIO Cocktails is a standout in the drinks-by-post space, delivering bar-quality serves in clever, CD-sized packets that are ready to drink. The range is as bold as the ABV, and while the serves are on the smaller side, they’re ideal for a solo treat or slipping into a weekend bag – without the weight. Boxes come in threes, sixes or nines, and from the 20-plus options available, the classic Margarita was a clear winner.

Buy now £19.50, NIO Cocktails

Moth Cocktails Bestseller Pack

Moth is a go-to for no-fuss, well-balanced cocktails that look as good as they taste. Presented in sleek cans, the range focuses on modern classics made with premium spirits and minimal sugar. The flavours are clean, grown-up and refreshingly unfussy, making them perfect for stocking the fridge or taking along to a picnic. The canned Negroni and Spicy Margarita are strong favourites.

Buy now £39.00, Moth Cocktails

Edmunds Cocktails The Rock Collection

Edmunds brings a small-batch feel to the ready-to-drink cocktail world. Made with quality, ethically-sourced ingredients, sustainability is had the core of these bottled cocktails. Prioritising balance over gimmicks, they’re ideal for slower sipping, whether poured over ice at home or served up when hosting friends. The attention to detail shines through, especially in the more spirit-forward classics and festive collection.

Buy now £34.95, Edmunds Cocktails

Tails Cocktails Dewars Whisky Sour Premixed Cocktail

Created by bartenders, Tails cocktails are all about consistency and ease. The bottles are designed to be shared, making them a smart choice for hosting or dinner parties, and the flavour profiles stay true to the classics. Always a solid option when you want something impressive without getting the shaker out.

Buy now £12.50, Ocado

Whitebox Cocktails Spicy Marg

Whitebox does premium cocktails in compact, cans that punch well above their weight. The flavours are bold, well-measured and surprisingly complex for such a small format. They’re perfect for festivals, weekends away or keeping in the fridge for an easy upgrade on a Friday night. Small but mighty is the name of the game here.

Buy now £4.99, Selfridges

Liberation Cocktails Espresso Martini 1.5l Pouch

Liberation focuses on fresh, natural flavours with a stripped-back approach to sweetness. The cocktails feel light and easy to drink, making them a crowd-pleasing option for casual get-togethers. They’re particularly good served cold, straight from the fridge, when you want something refreshing without too much intensity.

Buy now £32.00, Liberation Cocktails

Marks and Spencer Alcohol Free Winter Berry Spritz

Good old M&S to the rescue: the brand’s cocktails have long supplied a good time at various parties and picnics, delivering dependable crowd-pleasers with a premium edge. The range covers everything from spritzes to classic serves (as well as non-alcoholic options for our teetoal pals), all designed to be easy, accessible and generously sized. They’re ideal for entertaining, especially when you want something familiar that still feels a little bit special.

Buy now £4.00, Ocado

Funkin Classic Cosmopolitan Cocktails Bartender Edition

Well known for its purées, Funkin’s bottled cocktails bring the same fruit-forward approach to ready-made drinks. Bright, punchy and crowd-friendly, they’re ideal for parties or easy sharing. Best served over plenty of ice, these are fun, unfussy and designed to please.

Buy now £9.75, Sainsbury's

BuzzBallz Chili Mango Cocktail

We couldn’t do a pre-made cocktail round up without this year’s talk of the town: BuzzBallz are unapologetically bold, brightly coloured and made for instant gratification. Served in their signature spherical bottles, they’re sweet, strong and very much geared towards fun over finesse. Perfect for festivals, hen dos or when novelty is part of the appeal, they’re a playful addition to the premixed cocktail lineup.

Buy now £4.95, Amazon

Craft Cocktails Bramble Ready to Serve Premium Pre-Mixed Cocktail

This ready-to-serve Bramble cocktail is made with high-quality ingredients for a clean, well-balanced finish. Delivering a smooth yet refreshing serve, it’s bold and fruity enough to feel indulgent, but still light to enjoy with ease. Ideal for sharing when entertaining or keeping on hand for effortless cocktails at home, simply serve chilled over ice and garnish with a slice of citrus or fresh berries to enhance the flavours. A polished take on a modern classic, it’s bar-quality results with minimal effort.

Buy now £20.00, Spiritly