Creating the perfect homemade sour mix is an essential skill for any mixologist or home bartender. A well-crafted sour mix can elevate your cocktails to new heights, adding a bright, tangy flavor that perfectly balances the sweetness of spirits. Whether you're preparing a classic margarita, a refreshing daiquiri, or a creative new concoction, having a reliable sour mix recipe at your disposal is key. This article will guide you through the process of making the best homemade sour mix, ensuring that your cocktails are always perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOMEMADE SWEET-AND-SOUR MIX FOR MARGARITAS
A base used for making Margaritas
Categories Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Party Margarita Lemon Lime Bon Appétit Drink
Yield Makes 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine water and sugar in large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Cool syrup.
- Mix syrup, lemon juice and lime juice in pitcher. Chill until cold. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover; keep chilled)
HOMEMADE SOUR MIX
This fresh citrus blend is a big step up from store-bought versions and takes only a few minutes to make. Use it in any cocktail that calls for sour mix.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Time 5m
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Whisk together all ingredients until sugar dissolves.
HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR MIX
Use the freshest lemons and limes for this. The final product can be bottled and stored in your fridge for weeks and should taste like a tart homemade lemonade. This recipe came with the bottle of Chambord that I bought.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 1/2 cup of mix
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix all together.
- Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2.5, Carbohydrate 65.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 59, Protein 0.4
HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR MIX (FOR COCKTAILS)
Summer is almost here and I'm looking forward to some fun summery drinks. I'm not getting to the grocery store as often as I used to because of the Covid virus, so decided to try some homemade versions of sweet and sour mix. I tried 3-4 different recipes and although they all use the same ingredients, I found that there was a...
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Other Drinks
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Make a simple syrup with the sugar and water. Simmer them together over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2. Let the mixture come to room temperature.
- 3. Add the lemon and lime juices.
- 4. Pour into a container (I used a cleaned Prego jar).
- 5. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks or freeze for about a month (or maybe longer. Mine was only frozen for about a month before I used it all).
- 6. NOTES: You can use bottled lemon and lime juices instead of fresh......but the taste is fresher and better with fresh.
- 7. VARIATION: Margarita mix usually leaves out the lemon juice for a lime based sour mix. So you can make this without the lemon juice as a substitute for margarita mix. Based on personal preference........you may want to add more lime juice to get a stronger flavor.
HOMEMADE SKINNY SWEET AND SOUR MIX (MARGARITAS)
Steps:
- Combine; mix well; enjoy.
Tips:
- Use fresh limes and lemons for the best flavor.
- Squeeze the citrus fruits yourself to avoid any added preservatives or sugars.
- Use a simple syrup made with equal parts sugar and water to sweeten the sour mix.
- Add a splash of orange or grapefruit juice for a more complex flavor.
- Store the sour mix in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Making your own sour mix at home is easy and affordable. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and versatile mixer that can be used in a variety of cocktails. Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or just starting out, making your own sour mix is a great way to save money and impress your friends with your bartending skills. So next time you're in need of a sour mix, skip the store-bought stuff and make your own instead!
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