Homemade Sweet-and-Sour Mix for Margaritas

A fresh homemade cocktail mixer combining simple syrup with fresh citrus juices. Perfect for making margaritas and other cocktails, this mix offers a balanced blend of sweet and tart flavors.

8 servings
1 hr 20 min

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups fresh lime juice

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine water and sugar in large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Cool syrup.

    20 min

  2. 2.

    Mix syrup, lemon juice and lime juice in pitcher. Chill until cold. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover; keep chilled)

    60 min