Ranch Water

Ranch Water is a refreshing, easy-drinking cocktail that's perfect for warm weather. Made with blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and topped with sparkling Topo Chico, it's crisp, citrusy, and incredibly simple to make.

Topo Chico being poured into a tall glass of ranch water.

I love making Ranch Water when the weather is warm and we're spending time outside. The combination of blanco tequila and fresh lime juice keeps the drink bright and refreshing, while the sparkling mineral water adds the perfect light fizz. It's simple, clean, and incredibly easy to sip.

Topo Chico is traditionally used to top off Ranch Water, giving the drink its signature bubbles and crisp finish, but you can use any carbonated water. Once the tequila and lime juice are in the glass, just pour in the mineral water and give it a gentle stir. The result is a cocktail that's light, citrusy, and wonderfully refreshing.

This is one of my favorite drinks to serve friends when we're soaking up the sun on the patio. It's quick to make, easy to scale up for a group, and has those fresh, summery vibes that make it perfect for relaxing afternoons.

Topo Chico being poured into a tall glass of ranch water.
Kristen Stevens

Ranch Water

Ranch Water is a refreshing cocktail made with blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and sparkling mineral water. It's light, citrusy, and incredibly easy to make for warm summer days.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces blanco tequila
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 4-6 ounces Topo Chico
  • Lime wedge to serve

Method
 

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice, then add the tequila and lime juice.
    1 ounce fresh lime juice, 2 ounces blanco tequila
  2. Top with Topo Chico to the rim, then drop a lime wedge into the glass.
    4-6 ounces Topo Chico, Lime wedge

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