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Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe

Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water

A refreshing, fizzy tequila-based drink made with fresh lime juice, sparkling mineral water, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick homemade cocktails.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

8 oz Blanco tequila Silver tequila preferred
4 oz Fresh lime juice Freshly squeezed
4 oz Agave syrup Adjust to taste
16 oz Sparkling mineral water Chilled
4 dash Orange bitters Optional
as needed Tajín seasoning For rimming
4 sprigs Fresh mint Optional garnish
2 cups Ice For serving

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker For mixing ingredients
  • Serving glasses Preferably tall
  • Measuring Jigger For accurate measurements
  • Knife For cutting limes
  • Cutting board Prep surface
  • Spoon/stirrer For gentle mixing
  • Small plate For Tajín rim

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip it into Tajín seasoning.
    Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe
Step 2:
  1. Add tequila, lime juice, agave syrup, and orange bitters into a cocktail shaker.
Step 3:
  1. Add ice to the shaker and shake well for a few seconds.
    Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe
Step 4:
  1. Fill each prepared glass with fresh ice and strain the mixture into the glasses.
    Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe
Step 5:
  1. Top each glass with sparkling mineral water and stir gently.
    Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe
Step 6:
  1. Garnish with mint sprigs or lime wedges and serve immediately.
    Texas Roadhouse Cactus Water Recipe

Notes

  • Always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • Chill glasses before serving to keep the drink cold longer.
  • Add jalapeño slices for a spicy variation.
  • Do not mix sparkling water in advance to preserve fizz.
  • Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing agave syrup.