Fresh Sweet N Sour Mix for Margaritas
Elevate your cocktail game with this Fresh Sweet N Sour Mix for Margaritas—a homemade blend bursting with the vibrant flavors of freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice, paired with zesty citrus peels for an irresistible tang. This quick and easy recipe combines simple syrup with natural ingredients to create a perfectly balanced mix that’s miles better than store-bought alternatives. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sweet and sour mix is the ultimate way to craft refreshing margaritas, tangy cocktails, or even mocktails at home. Best of all, it stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge—just shake or stir before each use for consistently bold flavor. Say goodbye to artificial mixers and hello to your new secret ingredient for unforgettable happy hours!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Do not let the mixture come to a boil.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to cool to room temperature. This creates a simple syrup base.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled simple syrup, freshly squeezed lime juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lime zest, and lemon zest.
Whisk the mixture together thoroughly until the citrus juices and zest are evenly incorporated into the syrup.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean glass jar or bottle to remove the zest and any pulp, resulting in a smooth liquid.
Store the sweet and sour mix in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Shake or stir before using to ensure a consistent flavor. Use as a base for margaritas or other cocktails for a fresh, tangy twist.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.9 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 503 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
