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Tequila Sprite Cocktail: The Ultimate Refreshing Recipe


  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

A simple and refreshing cocktail made with tequila, Sprite, and fresh lime juice. Perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 oz Tequila (Blanco or Reposado)
  • 4 oz Sprite (or lemon-lime soda)
  • ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • Lime wedge, for garnish
  • Ice cubes
  • Optional: Salt for rimming the glass

Instructions

  1. (Optional) Chill Your Glass: Place your glass in the freezer for 15-20 minutes or fill with ice. Discard ice before adding the cocktail.
  2. (Optional) Prepare Salt Rim: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Spread salt on a small plate. Gently press the rim into the salt.
  3. Add Ice: Fill the prepared glass with ice cubes (about three-quarters full).
  4. Pour in Tequila: Measure and pour 2 ounces of tequila over the ice.
  5. Add Lime Juice: Squeeze ½ ounce of fresh lime juice into the glass.
  6. Top with Sprite: Pour 4 ounces of Sprite into the glass.
  7. Stir Gently: Use a spoon to gently stir the cocktail to combine.
  8. Garnish: Garnish with a lime wedge.
  9. Serve Immediately: Enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust Sweetness: Reduce Sprite or add club soda if too sweet.
  • Make it Spicy: Add jalapeño slices or muddle a small piece.
  • Add Fruit: Muddle fresh fruit like strawberries or blueberries.
  • Use Flavored Tequila: Experiment with grapefruit or pineapple tequila.
  • Make a Pitcher: Multiply ingredients for more servings.
  • Frozen Tequila Sprite: Blend all ingredients with ice.
  • Diet-Friendly Option: Use diet Sprite.
  • Herbal Infusion: Add mint or basil.
  • Rim Variations: Try sugar or chili powder instead of salt.
  • Presentation: Use a fancy glass.
  • Lime Juice is Key: Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes