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Tangerine Ranch Water Cocktail

Tangerine Ranch Water Cocktail Recipe
This crisp, citrusy cocktail blends blanco tequila, fresh tangerine juice, lime, and sparkling mineral water for a refreshing, easy-to-make twist on classic ranch water. Balanced, bright, and perfect for summer evenings.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Collins glass
  • Jigger
  • Bar spoon
  • Citrus juicer
  • Small plate
  • Paring knife
  • Ice cubes
  • Cocktail shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila Casamigos or another agave tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz fresh tangerine juice
  • 4-6 oz sparkling mineral water Topo Chico or similar
  • Tajín for glass rim
  • salt for glass rim
  • lime wedge for garnish
  • tangerine wedge for garnish
  • 0.5 oz agave nectar optional, for sweetness
  • jalapeño slices optional, for heat

Instructions

  • Rim the glass with lime juice, then dip it in Tajín or salt if desired.
  • Fill the glass with ice.
  • Add tequila, lime juice, and tangerine juice.
  • Stir gently to mix.
  • Top with sparkling mineral water.
  • Add a lime or tangerine wedge for garnish. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.

Notes

Topo Chico gives the best bubbles. Add agave nectar for more sweetness. For a smoky version, use mezcal instead of tequila. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and fizz.