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Spicy Ranch Water Recipe
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Spicy Ranch Water Recipe

This sugar-free spicy ranch water seltzer recipe is made with tequila, limes, a hint of jalapeño, and Topo Chico (sparking water). It's easy to make in 5 minutes and served in tajin-rimmed glasses.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 162 kcal
Course: Drinks, Cocktails
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila also called Blanco tequila, ¼ cup, silver
  • 1.5 ounces lime juice about 1 - 2 limes, fresh, 3 tablespoons
  • 4 ounces Topo Chico or other sparkling mineral water, ½ cup
  • 2 - 3 lices jalapeño add more for spicer ranch water, fresh
  • 1 large lime sliced for garnish
  • tajin seasoning or coarsely ground sea salt

Instructions

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  1. Add tajin onto a small plate. Wet the rim of your glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the top edge, then dip it into the tajin. Fill the glass with ice and set it to the side.
  2. Muddle the jalapeno slices in a cocktail shaker, then add tequila and lime juice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds to infuse the tequila with spice. If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, use a sealable jar or water bottle.
  3. Strain and pour into the tajin-rimmed glass filled with ice.
  4. Top with Topo Chico or sparking water and give it a light mix.
  5. Garnish with lime wedges and extra jalapeño slices. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use any type of sparking water. I used Topo Chico because it is extra bubbly, but any kind of plain sparkling water works! You can even use club soda, Pellegrino, or lime-flavor mineral water.
  • Make your own tajin seasoning. I bought tajin at the store, but you can make your own too. Simply mix together 2 Tablespoons of salt, 2 tablespoons of crystalized lime powder, 1 tablespoon of cayenne powder or red chili powder, and 1 tablespoon of chipotle powder.
  • Use fresh lime juice, not bottled. This makes a HUGE difference. Bottle-limed juice is not fresh and leaves a weirdly concentrated flavor.
  • Flavors: Customize your ranch water with a splash of orange, lemonade, grapefruit, cranberry, or pineapple juice.
  • Tequila Type: Use Blanco (silver) tequila. If you enjoy a smokier flavor, you can certainly use mezcal too.
  • Jalapeños: You can use a serrano pepper instead of a jalapeno, but your ranch water will be spicier. Serrano peppers are hotter than jalapeños, so I recommend starting with half or a third of a small serrano pepper.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 162kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Sodium 27mg (1%) Potassium 121mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 55IU (1%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 162

% Daily Value*

Calories 162kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 27mg 1%
Potassium 121mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 55IU 1%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.