Sweet and Sour Mix
Elevate your cocktails and mocktails with this homemade Sweet and Sour Mix, a bartender's secret weapon that's fresh, zesty, and incredibly easy to make! Crafted with just four simple ingredients—granulated sugar, water, and a bright blend of freshly squeezed lemon and lime juices—this recipe strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile mix is a must-have for margaritas, whiskey sours, or any drink that craves a citrusy kick. Plus, you can store it in the fridge for up to two weeks, making it a convenient, flavor-packed option for any home bar. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to vibrant, freshly made cocktails!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 0.75 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.75 cup Freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup. This should take about 3–5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the simple syrup cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lime juice to the simple syrup. Stir until well combined.
Transfer the sweet and sour mix to a clean bottle or airtight container.
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Shake or stir before each use to ensure the ingredients are evenly mixed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.4 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 368 mg | 8% | |
*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.
