Spikded Pop Blackcherry

Spikded Pop Blackcherry is a black cherry hard seltzer from Esplanda, sold as a ready-to-drink can. Black cherry in a seltzer usually reads as a dark, slightly tart fruit note rather than the candy sweetness of a generic "cherry" flavor. Expect a light body and gentle carbonation, with the fruit sitting at the front and a clean, dry finish. The "Pop" in the name suggests a soda-style, fruit-forward profile. The listing doesn't give an ABV, calorie count or sweetness level, so check the can for those. The drink is pre-mixed, so there is nothing to measure, shake or add. Open the can and pour or sip. Seltzers like this taste best well chilled, and a few hours in the fridge is enough. For a glass, a highball or rocks glass filled with ice shows off the deep color and keeps the carbonation lively for longer. A wedge of lime or a few pitted cherries on top is optional and works as garnish only. Drinking straight from the can is just as reasonable, and it's how most people take this format to a park, beach, tailgate or backyard. Black cherry pairs well with salty, smoky or fatty food, which balances the tart fruit. Good matches include grilled burgers, barbecue chicken, pulled pork, pizza, sharp cheeses and salted snacks such as popcorn, kettle chips and pretzels. It also suits spicy dishes, since the cold carbonation and fruit tone down some of the heat. The can is easy to pack in a cooler for picnics, game days and casual get-togethers.