Ranch Water Tequila Cocktail with Fresh Lime
A refreshing, effervescent tequila cocktail combining crisp lime juice and sparkling seltzer for a light, invigorating drink. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, plain seltzer water for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz plain seltzer water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece lime wedge
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill the drink thoroughly.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz of blanco tequila over the ice, followed by 1 oz of freshly squeezed lime juice, ensuring the lime juice is strained to avoid pulp.
- Step 3: Top the glass with 4 oz of plain seltzer water, pouring gently to preserve the carbonation.
- Step 4: Stir the cocktail gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds until well mixed but still fizzy.
- Step 5: Garnish the rim with 1 lime wedge by running it along the edge, then drop it into the glass for added aroma.






