Christmas Ranch Water

Looking for a holiday cocktail that's refreshing, easy to make, and full of seasonal charm? Meet the Christmas Ranch Water, a festive twist on a classic favorite. With crisp silver tequila, tart cranberry juice, and sparkling mineral water, this drink strikes the perfect balance of simplicity and holiday flair. Garnished with fresh cranberries, lime, and rosemary, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a quiet evening, this cocktail is a must for your seasonal celebrations.

What You'll Need

• 8-ounce highball glass
• Jigger or shot glass

Note: This recipe is for a single cocktail. For two cocktails, simply double the recipe.

Ingredients Needed

Christmas Ranch Water Ingredients

• Ice cubes
• 2 ounces cranberry juice
• 1.5 ounces tequila (silver/clear recommended)
• 4 ounces mineral water, sparkling water, or club soda
• Thinly sliced lime (for garnish)
• 3 cranberries (for garnish)
• 1 sprig of rosemary (for garnish)

Easy Instructions

1. Fill the Glass
   • Add ice cubes to your highball glass, filling it about ¾ of the way.
2. Layer the Ingredients
   • Pour 2 ounces of cranberry juice over the ice.
   • Add 1.5 ounces of tequila.
   • Slowly pour 4 ounces of mineral or sparkling water over the top, aiming for an ice cube to keep the cranberry juice layered at the bottom.
3. Garnish and Serve
   • Garnish with a sprig of rosemary, three cranberries, and a thin lime slice for a festive touch.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy.

Special Tips From Paul

• Use Good Tequila: Like in any good cocktail, use a premium spirit for the best drinking experience. We recommend using a top shelf silver tequila or another kind of clear tequila. The brand we used in this Cranberry Christmas Ranch Water is Tequila Komos Anejo Cristalino.
• Don't Stir: To create the visual layers of red and clear, we must keep the cranberry juice from mixing with the water (decantation). In order to achieve this, we recommend you don't stir your cocktail after slowly pouring the water on top.
• Fresh Garnish: To add to the aromatics and presentation of your cocktail, use fresh rosemary, lime, and cranberries.
• Enjoy Promptly: Share this merry cocktail with the ones you love and be ready to make more!
• Make it Virgin: To make this into a virgin "mocktail", simply leave out the tequila or use a non-alcoholic tequila in place of the silver tequila.