Give your next happy hour a Texas twist with this ranch water recipe! This simple cocktail is the perfect drink for any occasion, made with a squeeze of lime, bubbly topo chico, and good tequila.

Looking for an easy ranch water recipe?

Then, you have to try this ranch water recipe! This homemade hard seltzer is a refreshing drink perfect for summer or any time of the year.

Ranch water is like a skinny margarita or pickle margarita, but without the orange liqueur. This tequila cocktail is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day when you can’t be bothered with complicated c ocktail recipes.

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What you’ll love about this recipe:

REFRESHING-LIGHT – Perfect for hot summer days, Ranch Water is a refreshing and hydrating drink! The combination of tequila, lime juice, and sparkling water creates a light and bubbly beverage perfect for sipping poolside or enjoying with friends.
EASY-PEASY – Looking for a simple yet delicious cocktail? Ranch Water is your answer! With just three ingredients, this drink comes together in minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings.

What You Need to Make Homemade Ranch Water

Tequila – Use your favorite tequila for this recipe. For a more agave-forward flavor, use blanco tequila. For a more rich caramel flavor, use reposado tequila or añejo tequila.
Lime juice – Fresh lime juice is best. Adds a zesty finish to the drink.
Sparkling water – We use this to top off our ranch water cocktail. We highly recommend using Topo Chico for this recipe.
Lime wedge for garnish

How to Make a Ranch Water Cocktail

Fill a Collins glass with ice.
Add the tequila and lime juice and top with sparkling water. Give it a stir.
Garnish with a lime wedge.

Expert Recipe Tips For Ranch Water Drink

We use a Collins glass, but a highball glass will work, too.
For serious Texan-style, skip the glass and serve this right in a glass Topo Chico bottle. Simply pour a little of the mineral water out, then add the lime juice and tequila. Jam a lime wedge in the opening and enjoy!
Add a dash of simple syrup if you need a little more sweetness.

How to serve ranch water

Serve ranch water in a chilled Collins glass on a hot day or as a refreshing beverage to accompany your meal.

What Is Ranch Water?

Many claim the birthplace of the original ranch water comes from the White Buffalo Bar in the Gage Hotel in West Texas. Ranch water was initially created for cowboys to cool off during the hot summer months, hence the term “ranch water.”

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Giddy up and try this ranch water recipe. It’s got just the right amount of alcohol to give you that slight buzz without weighing you down with a bunch of other ingredients. If you try this recipe, please rate the recipe card and leave a comment down below to help out the next reader!

Prep Time:5

Total Time:5

Equipment

Stirring spoon
alcohol measuring cup
Collins glass

Ingredients

3 oz tequila
2 oz lime juice
Sparkling water to top – note if you’re not using Topo Chico for this – you’re doing it wrong. ;D
Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

Fill a collins glass with ice.
Add the tequila and lime juice and top with sparkling water.
Garnish with a lime wedge.

Video

Servings: 1

Calories: 213kcal

Recipe FAQs

Yes! Since ranch water only contains 3 ingredients, all of which are pretty low-calorie, this drink is at the top of the list for lower-calorie cocktails!

Yes. We recommend adding jalapeno slices or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.

Ranch Water – The Texas Drink Perfect for a Hot Day