Why we love this homemade sour mix
- It’s so, so easy to make and the flavor cannot be beat with a store bought mix!
- This homemade sour mix will make whatever cocktail you make taste exceptionally fresh.
Here’s what you’ll need to make it
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Equipment
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- Simple syrup
- Lemon juice
- Lime juice
If you want to vary your sour mix, try using a blend of citrus juices rather than just lemon and lime. As long as you keep your ratio of sweet and sour equal, you’ll have a great tasting mix.
However, I wouldn’t recommend using too much orange as it’s sweeter than other citrus fruits and will throw off that sweet-sour balance.
How to make homemade sour mix
Make the simple syrup. Mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Allow the sugar to dissolve, stirring as needed.
Mix the ingredients. Combine the simple syrup with 3/4 cup (total) lemon and lime juices.
Use or store. You can use the homemade sour mix right away or store it in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Everything you need to know about sour cocktail mix
Is there a difference between sour mix and sweet and sour mix?
No there is not. Sour mix, sour cocktail mix, sweet and sour mix are all the same with interchangeable names.
Is sour mix the same as lemonade?
No, though the flavors and ingredients are similar, lemonade is not concentrated enough to achieve the full sour flavor provided from a true sour cocktail mix.
How long does homemade simple syrup last?
When stored in the fridge, homemade simple syrup will stay fresh for up to a month. Make sure to store in an airtight container, mason jars work great. To keep syrup as fresh as possible, remove any mix ins from the container after 24 hours.
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Recipes you can use this sour mix with
- Cherry vodka sour
- Aperol sour
- Spicy mezcal sour
- Amaretto stone sour
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup lemon and lime juices
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, mix sugar and water, stirring as needed, until sugar has dissolved.
- Add citrus juice and stir to combine.
- Transfer to a mason jar or air tight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
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