Ready-to-Serve vs. Ready-to-Drink: What’s the Difference?

What is Ready-to-Drink (RTD)?

• Format: Usually found in cans or small bottles.
• ABV: Typically lower in alcohol (often 4–12%).
• Ingredients: Mass-produced, commonly using artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives to extend shelf life.
• Experience: Convenient for casual occasions, but often lacks the depth and flavor complexity of a true craft cocktail.

What is Ready-to-Serve (RTS)?

• Format: Bottled in larger glass bottles—like Brody’s 375ml size.
• ABV: Higher alcohol content (Brody’s ranges from 16% to 25% ABV), matching what you’d expect from a freshly made cocktail.
• Ingredients: Crafted with premium spirits and all-natural ingredients, with no artificial flavors or preservatives.
• Experience: Simply chill, pour, and enjoy—no mixology skills required. RTS cocktails are meant to be served over ice and savored, just like you’d get at your favorite bar.

Why Brody’s is Proudly Ready-to-Serve

• Award-winning recipes: Each Brody’s cocktail is developed by expert mixologists and has earned industry recognition for taste and quality.
• All-natural everything: We use real fruit, botanicals, and premium spirits—never artificial flavors or colors.
• Sophisticated ABV: Our cocktails are bottled at the ideal strength for a true bar experience at home.
• Perfect for entertaining: Our 375ml bottles are designed for sharing, making it easy to elevate any gathering.

Why the Difference Matters

• RTD: Great for quick convenience, but often falls short on quality and complexity.
• RTS (Brody’s): Delivers the bold, balanced flavor and sophisticated taste you expect from a handcrafted cocktail—simply served.

Experience the Brody’s Difference