Ready to drink ("RTD") beverages are provided that have improved texture and mouthfeel, and a foam layer formed by microwaving the beverage. The RTD beverage does not have significant foam or does not have any foam when the beverage is at room temperature or lower or when poured at room temperature or lower. The RTD beverage forms a foam layer when heated prior to consumption as a hot beverage, such as by heating in a microwave oven. The beverage contains nitrous oxide (N
