You’re Going to Be Obsessed With the All-New Melograno Cocktails
Move over, hard seltzer–canned cocktails are the new drink of summer! These ready-to-drink beverages have become increasingly popular as of late, but not all of them are made equally. Noticing the lack of high-quality canned cocktails on the market, Shiva and Reza Mortazavi, a husband-and-wife team, set out to concoct their own canned cocktails that would rival those made bar-side. The result? Meet Melograno Cocktails. Elevated Canned Cocktails
Wanting an alternative to sugary boozy drinks and mainstream seltzers, the Mortazavis created Melograno Cocktails. “We offer unique flavor combinations you can’t get anywhere else,” promises Shiva Mortazavi. “Our drinks have lower calorie content–only 5 grams of sugar per can; they’re vegan, gluten-free and made with 100% blue agave.” They created an elevated drink you can take anywhere, packaged in beautifully designed cans. Each flavor features a timeless look, crafted to be visually striking.
“We wanted to create a drink that not only tasted delicious, but that you don’t want to set down when you’re about to take a photo,” says Shiva. “The can enhances the aesthetic of the photo.”
Melograno’s flavors are globally inspired, so you won’t find any renditions of triple berry or pineapple-anything here. There are currently four flavors to choose from. “Everyone is using the same flavors, the same fruits. We use fruits that we grew up with and carry special meaning for us,” explains Shiva.
The Pomegranate Cosmopolitan, Melograno’s flagship flavor, honors the Mortazavis’ Persian roots through both its recipe and elegant packaging. Melon Margarita captures peak summer with juicy cantaloupe, while Orange Blossom Martini brings a light, floral citrus note to each sip. The Cucumber Lime Mojito is crisp and refined—a refreshing twist on the classic that finishes clean and bright.
Whether you’re poolside at a resort or pregaming for a wedding, Melograno Cocktails fit seamlessly into any occasion.
“This is something you will want to drink, not something you’re pretending to enjoy to fit in,” Reza guarantees. “We wanted to replicate that good feeling you get and put it in a can.”
Currently, Melograno can be found exclusively at bars and lounges in San Diego and Las Vegas. The duo has plans to expand beyond those regions in the near future, so keep an eye out on their website and socials!
