Mom Water Variety

Mom Water Variety is a mixed assortment of ready-to-drink seltzers from Esplanda. Because it's a variety pack, the point is range: a single purchase gives you several flavors to compare, so you can find which one you'd want more of. The listing doesn't name the individual flavors or give an ABV, so check the packaging for the exact lineup and strength. Hard seltzers in this style usually taste light and crisp, with a clean, lightly fruited profile and fine carbonation rather than the sweetness of a malt beverage or the body of a mixed cocktail. Everything is already mixed and carbonated, so there's nothing to measure, shake or garnish. The only real step is getting the cans cold. Chill them thoroughly in the refrigerator or on ice for a couple of hours, because seltzers lose their snap quickly as they warm. You can drink them straight from the can, or pour over ice into a highball or tall rocks glass if you want to see the color and keep the bubbles lively. A wedge of citrus on the rim is optional and not needed. A mixed pack suits situations where people want different things: a cooler at a backyard gathering, a picnic, a beach or pool bag, or a casual dinner where guests want something lighter than wine. Styles like this usually pair well with salty, fried or grilled foods such as chips, tacos, wings, burgers and sushi, where the cold carbonation cleans the palate between bites. Trying each flavor with a different snack is an easy way to decide which ones to reorder.