Description
Ranch water is a super simple cocktail made with tequila, lots of fresh lime juice, some mineral water, and an optional splash of simple syrup. It’s like a skinny margarita but more refreshing. And it’s the perfect summer drink!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 2–3 ounces high-quality silver (blanco) tequila (depending on how boozy you want your drink!)
- 1.5 ounces fresh-squeezed lime juice
- 4 ounces Topo Chico mineral water or mineral water of your choice
- 1/4 ounce simple syrup or agave if using (adjust to taste if needed)
- Lime wedges, for garnish
- Optional flaky sea salt, such as Maldon and/or Tajin seasoning for glass rim
Instructions
- ADD TEQUILA AND LIME JUICE: Add the tequila and lime juice to a glass (plus the simple syrup or agave syrup if using). Stir to combine.
- ICE: Fill the glass with ice.
- MINERAL WATER: Top the cocktail with mineral water.
- SERVE: Garnish with a lime wedge and serve. Cheers!
Notes
- What Type of Tequila is Best in Ranch Water? Silver (blanco) tequila is most often used in ranch water. But you can also use reposado (aged) tequila, or even mezcal for a more tequila-forward flavor.
- Rim Options: Garnishing the rim of your glass is optional. But I use a fresh lime wedge to wet the edge of the glass and then dipped it in some salt and/or some spicy Tajin seasoning.
- How to Make Simple Syrup: To make simple syrup, heat equal parts sugar and water (1 cup water and 1 cup sugar) in a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is slowly dissolved (don’t boil). Remove from the heat and let cool before using. You can store simple syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails