Ranch Water
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Tequila (blanco) — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Sparkling mineral water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
Method
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add the tequila and lime juice.
- Top with sparkling mineral water.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Description: A minimalist, low-calorie tequila highball that's become a favorite across West Texas and beyond in recent years.
Cultural Background: Long popular in West Texas ranching communities, it gained wider national attention in the US in the late 2010s and 2020s.
Tips: A genuinely sparkling, crisp mineral water (rather than flat soda) gives the cleanest result.
Variations: Some versions use a full lime, squeezed and dropped into the can or glass, rather than measured juice.
Serving Suggestion: Serve tall, over ice, as a light, easy-drinking highball.
Nutrition: Approx. 125 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Why has it gotten so popular recently?
A: Its simplicity and lower calorie count fit well with recent trends toward lighter, less sweet cocktails.
- Tequila (blanco) — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Sparkling mineral water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
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