Texas Ranch Water Cocktail
Ranch Water combines tequila, Topo Chico sparkling mineral water, and lime juice in the unofficial drink of West Texas! If you love margaritas, then you’re going to love this light and refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for those balmy summer days!
A Refreshing Cocktail
This Ranch Water Drink is a simple, refreshing smooth tequila beverage that packs a punch of flavor and is even keto-friendly! The taste resembles a light sparkling margarita, and is one you’ll be craving all summer long to cool down with!
What Is Ranch Water?
This well-known cocktail originated in West Texas and is traditionally a mix of tequila, mineral water, and lime. It’s certainly growing in popularity and can be ordered from ritzy hotels right down to dive bars! It’s the perfect iced drink for a hot summer day.
Rebecca’s Recipe Review
Taste: Similar to a margarita but not as sweet, the lime juice and water really smooth out the double shot of tequila that definitely packs a punch.
Texture: Light and refreshing.
Ease: 2/10
Pros: If easy-to-make mixed drinks are your thing they don’t get any easier than this bubbly, refreshing Ranch Water! Simply grab a tall glass, fill it with ice, and add the ingredients!
Cons: None.
Would I Make This Again? Yes!
Ingredients For Texas Ranch Water Cocktails
- Tequila – Silver tequilas are best for mixing but feel free to grab your favorite!
- Topo Chico Sparkling Mineral Water – Keep this chilled for a great tasting Ranch Water!
- Lime Juice – Fresh lime juice is best!
- Limes – Sliced into wedges to place on the sides of your glass for garnish!
- Ice – Since this drink is enjoyed chilled it’s served on the rocks to keep it cold!
Variations To Try!
- For a spicy take on Ranch Water add a slice or two of jalapeno to the tequila and lime juice in the drink!
- Add in some grapefruit juice for a hint of fruity flavor!
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and then dip it in Tajin seasoning!
- Switch up the flavor by swapping out the lime juice for freshly squeezed lemon juice! Or use both!
- Add a splash of Simple Syrup to sweeten it up!
How To Make Ranch Water
- Fill glass with ice and lime wedges and add tequila.
- Add in the fresh-squeezed lime juice.
- Stir to combine and chill.
- Top the drink with chilled sparkling water and enjoy!
Made this tonight as directed. FANTASTIC!
– Bobi Griffin
Rebecca’s Tips
- This Ranch Water recipe makes one drink, so if you’re serving a couple of friends or family members just repeat the ingredients list and instructions! You could easily make a large batch if it’s going to be consumed right away! You really just need three ingredients: tequila, lime, and Topo Chico.
- While you can use another sparkling mineral water in this cocktail, it technically won’t be Ranch Water. Topo Chico is sourced from Mexico and is the key ingredient to this cocktail. Look for it in the grocery aisle with the Mexican cuisine and not the water aisle.
- There is a tequila that’s made in Texas making it a fun choice when making this Ranch Water Cocktail! For a true Texas tequila try Dulce Vida Anejo Tequila, Republic Tequila, or Pura Vida!
- If you’re looking for topo chico mineral water, check places such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, Target, and even Walmart normally carry the sparkling mineral water! Your local grocery store might carry it too (if mine does in Maine, yours should!) If not, Amazon is always an option!
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- Woo Woo Cocktail – An easy-to-make cocktail that’s made with vodka!
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Ranch Water
Ingredients
- ice
- 1½ ounces lime juice fresh is best
- 3 ounces Tequila
- 6 ounces Topo Chico Sparkling Mineral Water chilled
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Add ice and lime wedges to a tall glass.
- Add lime juice and tequila to the glass and stir with a bar spoon.
- Top off with mineral water and enjoy.
Notes
- While you can use another sparkling mineral water in this cocktail, it technically won’t be Ranch water. Topo Chico is sourced from Mexico and is the key ingredient to this cocktail. Look for it in the grocery aisle with the Mexican cuisine and not the water aisle.
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Made this tonight as directed. FANTASTIC!