-196 Strawberry Vodka Seltzer

Strawberry Vodka Seltzer from -196 is a canned vodka-and-soda drink with strawberry as its only flavor. Styles like this usually taste light and crisp, with a clean fruit note over carbonated water and a dry finish. Expect ripe-strawberry aroma and sweetness that sits well below a fruit liqueur cocktail. The label doesn't give an ABV or tasting profile here, so check the can for alcohol content before you pour. The can is fully pre-mixed. Nothing needs measuring, shaking or garnishing, and it needs no mixer, juice or citrus. Open it and drink it, with no bar tools or extra ingredients. Chill it thoroughly before opening, because carbonated vodka seltzers taste flatter and sweeter as they warm. A few hours in the fridge is enough, or about 30 minutes in an ice bath if you're in a hurry. You can drink it straight from the can. For a glass, pour it over plenty of ice in a highball or a rocks glass, and a lime wedge or a sliced strawberry works as a garnish. Pour gently to keep the fizz. Strawberry seltzers go well with salty, savory food, since the salt balances the fruit. Good matches include kettle chips, popcorn, grilled chicken, burgers, charcuterie, and soft cheeses like brie or goat cheese. A can also suits warm-weather outings where bottles and glassware are a hassle: picnics, backyard grilling, beach days, tailgates and patio get-togethers. Because it needs no prep, it also works as a simple pick-up for a gathering where guests drink different things.