Ranchwater Recipe

Cocktail

1. 1

   Prepare glass (optional)

   If you prefer a salted rim, pour the coarse salt onto a small plate. Rub the lime wedge around the outer edge of a highball or Collins glass, then dip the rim lightly into the salt so it adheres. Set the glass aside.

2. 2

   Add ice

   Fill the prepared glass with clear ice cubes or crushed ice to the top. Using clear cubes helps keep the cocktail visually crisp.

3. 3

   Build cocktail

   Pour 2 oz blanco tequila over the ice, then add 0.75 oz (3/4 oz) freshly squeezed lime juice.

4. 4

   Top with sparkling water

   Gently pour 4 oz chilled sparkling mineral water into the glass. Pour slowly over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass if you want to preserve some effervescence and layering.

5. 5

   Stir and finish

   Give the drink one or two gentle stirs with a bar spoon to integrate tequila, lime, and mineral water without flattening the bubbles. Taste and, if desired, squeeze the reserved lime wedge into the drink for extra brightness.

6. 6

   Garnish and serve

   Garnish with the lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Serve immediately while sparkling water is effervescent.