You Won’t Believe How Easy This Texas Ranch Water Recipe Is!

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Ranch Water is a cocktail that originated in Texas. They say that cowboys in Texas worked hard all day and afterward they wanted some good water but they wanted it a little spiked. Well, that’s how Ranch Water began!

So for us non-cowboys who maybe worked hard in the yard all day gardening or just doing yard work, a little spiked water sounds good to me! This is a super refreshing and simple drink of Tequila, fresh lime juice, and topped off with Mineral Water.

Why You’ll Love The Ranch Water

Some people like to use Topo Chico or you could use a flavored sparkling water like Grapefruit, for instance.

It’s merely a matter of taste.

I like the original with just the lime! Some people also put in a pinch of salt. So instead of putting it in the drink, I put it around the rim. I always leave an inch or two without the salt so you can choose to taste it or not.

Mixing Up The Ranch Water

Another great thing about this drink is you just mix it right up in your glass. Just fill your glass with ice, then add the tequila, fresh lime, and fill to the top with Mineral Water.

I always take a minute to squeeze my own fresh lime. It makes a world of difference in the taste and it just takes a minute.

If you don’t have a juicer, just roll your lime back and forth so that it releases more juice, then cut in half and squeeze, squeeze, squeeze to get out as much juice as you can!

Save another lime to use as a garnish and float it in your drink or on the rim.

Make Ahead Of Time

You could also make a pre-mix of Tequila and fresh lime and leave it in the fridge until you’re ready for cocktails.

Just pour about 3 oz of this mix into each glass, then top off with Mineral Water.

When you’re looking for something refreshing and simple with a little kick, try Ranch Water next time. I think you’ll like it because there’s a little bit of cowboy or cowgirl in all of us! Cheers!

Ingredients

• 2 Limes – 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice in the Drink, 1 for the Drink and 1 to Garnish
• 2 oz Tequila
• 3 oz Mineral Water
• 1 TB Good Salt like Pink Himalayan Salt

Instructions

1. Rub a lime wedge around 3/4 of the glass and dip in salt.
2. Juice one lime to get 1 oz of juice.
3. Fill the glass with ice; add Lime Juice and tequila, and fill to the top with Mineral Water.
4. Garnish with a Lime Wheel or Wedge or Both.
5. Stir and Enjoy.

Conclusion

Whether you’re winding down after a long day or just looking for a refreshing beverage, The Ranch Water is the perfect choice.

Its simple ingredients and easy preparation make it a go-to cocktail for any occasion. Next time you need a cool, invigorating drink with a bit of a kick, mix up Ranch Water and embrace your inner cowboy or cowgirl.

Cheers to simplicity and refreshment!