Ranch Water Cocktail
Apr 19, 2025 10:45 AM
Have you tried a ranch water cocktail? If not, let me introduce you! Essentially a tall tequila soda with extra lime, the ranch water is more than the sum of its parts. If you use a great tequila and Topo Chico, it tastes quite special.
The ranch water is like a bubbly, light and totally unsweetened margarita. If even “skinny” margaritas are sometimes too sweet for you, try a ranch water instead. It’s super refreshing and perfect on a hot day. When I’m at a bar without an exciting wine list, the ranch water is my go-to drink order regardless of the season.
Ranch waters hail from Texas, with Ranch 616 in Austin claiming to be “home to the original ranch water.” I honestly can’t recall when I first tried a ranch water—maybe it was during my month in Austin in 2015, or sometime in between. My friend lives in West Texas and I was delighted to discover ranch waters at his wedding reception a few years ago.
Pre-made ranch water cocktails in cans are becoming more popular, but you can’t beat a homemade ranch water made with good tequila, bubbly Topo Chico and fresh lime. They’re so easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ ounces silver (blanco) tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
- Teeny tiny pinch of fine salt
- Sparkling water, preferably Topo Chico or Mineragua
Prep Time:
3 minutes
Total Time:
3 minutes
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