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Beat the heat with a Ranch Water cocktail
While Ranch Water is deeply rooted in Texas, its popularity has spread far and wide because of its simplicity and crisp flavours.
When it comes to refreshment, few drinks can compete with the Ranch Water cocktail.
Ranch Water’s origins can be traced back to West Texas, where it was reportedly first enjoyed by ranchers and cowboys as a way to beat the relentless Texan heat.
The name itself, “Ranch Water,” pays homage to its humble beginnings, as ranchers would often mix this drink using the water from natural springs found on their ranches. Over time, it evolved into a simple, yet incredibly refreshing cocktail that’s now known and loved worldwide.
Ingredients
- 60 ml tequila
- 30 ml fresh lime juice
- Sparkling mineral water or club soda
- Ice
Method
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add tequila to the glass.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice into the glass.
- Top off the glass with sparkling mineral water or club soda.
- Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, if desired.
