Homemade Zero-Proof Tequila
This homemade zero proof tequila brings bold agave flavor with bright citrus notes, perfect for crafting your favorite mocktails. It’s an easy, alcohol-free base for margaritas and more.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 0.2kcal
Ingredients
- 1 whole lime peeled and quartered
- 6 whole black peppercorns
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 whole vanilla bean halved and seeds removed (see note)
- 1 4-inch piece ginger root peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar optional
- 3 cups water boiling
Instructions
- Peel lime so no white pith remains and discard the zest. Dice the fruit of the lime.1 whole lime
- In a large mixing bowl or pitcher, add lime, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, halved vanilla bean shells*, ginger root and agave nectar. (If you need to use vanilla extract in place of the vanilla bean, it is better to add it once the liquid has cooled.6 whole black peppercorns, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 whole vanilla bean, 1 4-inch piece ginger root, 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- Pour boiling water over top and stir gently. Let steep for 1 hour or until cooled to room temperature. Pour into an airtight glass bottle through a fine-mesh strainer. Discard the solids. Use immediately or refrigerate and use within 1 week.3 cups water
Notes
To make a mocktail: Start by using these zero-proof spirits in a 1:1 ratio. For example, if a recipe calls for 2 ounces of whiskey, use 2 ounces of the whiskey substitute. Adjust the ratio to your liking, using more for a stronger flavor or less for a milder one. A great combination to start with is 2 ounces zero-proof spirit + 1 ounce simple syrup + 1 ounce lemon/lime juice.
Nutrition
Serving: 2ounces | Calories: 0.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 0.01g | Fat: 0.01g | Saturated Fat: 0.002g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 0.003g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Calcium: 0.4mg | Iron: 0.01mg
