Mellow Mojito

Mint and lime land first, and the balance of tart against sweet is what makes this one easy to drink for a whole afternoon. Mellow is the right word. There is no attempt to fake rum heat, and it is made with real ingredients and no preservatives, which keeps it from going artificial the way canned mojitos often do. At 0% ABV and 20 calories a can, it is the lightest thing in Collective Arts' zero proof range. The Hamilton, Ontario brewery puts independent artwork on every can it produces, and this one carries a piece by Eric Thompson of Kansas City. The brand suggests dropping in a wedge of mango or a few strawberries, which adds fruit without sugar. Serve it very cold over crushed ice and skip the muddling.