Apple Cinnamon Ranch Water Cocktail
Crisp apple and warm cinnamon blend with tequila and sparkling water for a fresh, cozy ranch water twist perfect for fall. Light, refreshing, and full of seasonal flavor with just enough spice to keep things interesting.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Tall glass
- Knife
- Peeler
- Small plate
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila Casamigos Blanco or any decent blanco
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 4 oz sparkling water Topo Chico or similar
- 1 slice apple peel or apple wedge, for garnish
- 1 cinnamon stick
- tajin optional, for rim
- 0.5 oz bourbon optional, for deeper flavor
- ice cubes
Instructions
- If desired, rim the glass with tajin for a chili-lime edge.
- Fill your tall glass halfway with ice.
- Add tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake quickly—about five seconds.
- Strain the mix over ice into your glass.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently with a bar spoon to keep the fizz.
- Add the cinnamon stick and apple peel (or apple wedge) as garnish.
Notes
Use Topo Chico for the best bubbles and flavor. Try a Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apple for garnish. Warm the cinnamon stick briefly for extra aroma. For a lighter drink, reduce tequila to 1.5 oz and add more sparkling water. More syrup = sweeter; add to taste. Serve immediately for fresh bubbles and the best spice aroma.