Restaurant Style Sweet Sour Mix Recipe

Unlock the secret to amazing restaurant cocktails! This fresh, versatile sweet and sour mix recipe is so incredibly delicious, you'll be tempted to sip it straight from the glass. Perfect for margaritas, whiskey sours, and more, this easy 5-minute recipe elevates any drink. Get ready to impress your guests with this professional-quality mix!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 142.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.4 (12 Reviews)
Restaurant Style Sweet Sour Mix

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Restaurant Style Sweet Sour Mix

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How to Make Restaurant Style Sweet Sour Mix

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in ½ cup fresh lime juice, ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice, and 2-3 drops of red food coloring (optional, for a vibrant hue).
  3. Pour the mixture into a airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill thoroughly before using. Enjoy!
  4. (Optional) For a smoother mix, strain through a fine-mesh sieve before chilling.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

138g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g