What is in sweet and sour mix?

Sweet and sour mix contains sugar, water, lemon, and lime. It makes a yellow-green mixture that is perfect for drinks.

What is sweet and sour mix used for?

Sweet and sour drink mix is generally used for cocktails but can be used for any beverage enhancer.

Can sweet and sour mix go bad?

Check the package if you purchased prepared sweet and sour mix. The fresh mix should last for a while if stored in the refrigerator, but yes. It can go bad.

Is simple syrup the same as sweet and sour mix?

No. Sweet and sour cocktail mix contains simple syrup. Once lemon and lime juice is added to simple syrup, it then becomes Sweet and Sour.

Simple Homemade Sweet and Sour Mix Recipe

Description

A great sweet and sour mix is a great addition to any home bartender's arsenal. Make some spectacular drinks and cocktails with this homemade sweet and sour mix recipe!

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup water
½ cup sugar
¾ cup lemon juice (approximately 4 lemons)
¾ cup lime juice (approximately 6 limes)

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Instructions

Add water and sugar to a saucepan and put on medium heat
As soon as sugar is fully dissolved into water, remove from heat
Place fine strainer above the pan and squeeze fruit into.
Mix
Place into a secure container and save up to 1 month in the refrigerator

Keywords: sweet and sour mix