Margarita Bar & Drinkware

Bottles, Syrups or Packets: The Best Cocktail Mixers Set

Margarita, paloma, mule or Bloody Mary: the cocktail mixer sets worth buying, what's in each bottle or packet, and what to check on the label.

A person zesting an orange over a cocktail in a coupe, beside a bottle of mixer, a jigger, a shaker and a pot of herbs
A home bar set up for one drink: mixer, spirit, jigger, shaker and fresh citrus.

A set of cocktail mixers puts several drinks on the bar at once: a margarita and a paloma, a mule and a mai tai, or a margarita for the evening and a Bloody Mary for the morning after. For a party or a gift, a variety set is easier than buying four bottles of four different brands, and you find out which flavors your guests actually like before you commit to a big bottle.

The sets on sale come in four forms: bottled ready-to-pour mixes, concentrated syrups, single-serve powder packets and canned zero-proof drinks that double as mixers. They differ in sweetener, in how long they keep once opened, and in how much you can tell about what is in them. This guide names the sets worth buying, explains what each one is made of, and covers what to check on the label before you pour.

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Quick verdict: which cocktail mixers set to buy

For most home bars, the best cocktail mixers set is the Tres Agaves Organic Margarita Mixers Variety Pack: six bottles covering a classic lime margarita, a strawberry and a spicy jalapeño version, plus two bottles of agave nectar, all made with short organic ingredient lists and no high fructose corn syrup. If you want fresh-squeezed juice sweetened with honey and three different drinks, choose the Mixly Favorites Bundle. For brunch as well as margarita night, the Filthy Margarita and Bloody Mary bundle covers both in two pouches.

The rest of this page explains why, and which set suits the drinks you make.

Five cocktail mixer sets at a glance

Our five standout sets side by side, one for each kind of host, with the details each maker or listing states. All seven sets are reviewed in full below.

Mixer set Flavors Sweetener Format Buy on Amazon
Lime, strawberry, spicy jalapeño, agave nectar Organic agave nectar Six ready-to-pour bottles View on Amazon
Pineapple basil lime, grapefruit jalapeño, cucumber mint lime Honey only Three ready-to-pour bottles View on Amazon
Margarita, Bloody Mary Organic agave nectar (margarita) Two 32 oz pouches View on Amazon
Prickly pear, ginger, blood orange, passion fruit Cane sugar Four syrup bottles View on Amazon
Mango margarita, passionfruit paloma, mule, mai tai Fructose and stevia 12 single-drink powder packets View on Amazon

Product images from Amazon. Ingredients are as published by each maker or reproduced from the label by retailers; recipes change, so read the label on the bottle you receive, especially if you have a food allergy.

Our picks for the best cocktail mixers set

These seven sets cover the main ways to stock a home bar with mixers: ready-to-pour bottles for margaritas, fresh-juice mixers sweetened with honey, pouches for a crowd, syrups you build drinks around, single-serve packets for travel and canned zero-proof cocktails. Every set here has a published ingredient list, from the maker or from the label as reproduced by retailers, so you can check what you are pouring. Each pick says what is in the box, how to use it and one honest reason to skip it.

1. Tres Agaves Organic Margarita Mixers Variety Pack, 750 ml (6-pack) – Three Margaritas and Agave Nectar

Best overallTres Agaves Organic Margarita Mixers Variety Pack – 6 Pack of 750ml Bottles – 2 Lime

A margarita set built on short organic ingredient lists, with a bottle of plain agave nectar for building drinks from scratch.

The six bottles are two Organic Lime Margarita mixes, one Strawberry Margarita and Daiquiri mix, one Spicy Jalapeño Margarita mix and two Organic Agave Nectars. The lime mix is the one we recommend in our guide to the best margarita mix: agave nectar, lime juice, filtered water and vitamin C. Tres Agaves lists the strawberry mix as filtered water, organic strawberry purée, organic agave nectar, organic lime juice and ascorbic acid, and the spicy mix as filtered water, organic agave nectar, organic lime juice concentrate, vitamin C and organic jalapeño and other natural flavors. The agave nectar is organic agave nectar, filtered water and citric acid.

The maker’s serve is 2 ounces of tequila with 3 to 4 ounces of mix, shaken with ice and strained over fresh ice. The agave nectar bottles are the useful extra: with fresh lime and a good blanco tequila they make a Tommy’s-style margarita, and they sweeten a paloma or iced tea as well.

One detail to know: the listing title says 750 ml bottles, while its size field says 33.8 fluid ounces per bottle. Go by what arrives, and refrigerate opened bottles if the label says to; the maker’s pages do not give storage directions.

Why we like it

  • USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free and vegan, per the listing
  • No high fructose corn syrup or artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors or preservatives
  • Three margarita styles plus two bottles of agave nectar
  • Short ingredient lists published by the maker

Key specifications

Size 750 ml bottles (listing title; size field says 33.8 fl oz)
Count 6 bottles
Flavors Lime (2), strawberry, spicy jalapeño, agave nectar (2)
Sweetener Organic agave nectar
Main ingredients Filtered water, organic agave nectar, organic lime juice, fruit purée or jalapeño flavor, vitamin C
Allergens/diet Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan
Shelf storage Not stated
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

For a Mexican home bar, a set built around margaritas is the most useful, and this one gives you three styles and the agave nectar to make your own. It suits anyone who wants a mix with nothing on the label they cannot pronounce.

Skip it if you want drinks beyond the margarita: every bottle here is lime, strawberry or agave, so look at the Mixly or Craftmix sets for more range.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Organic, short ingredient lists
  • Agave nectar for scratch margaritas
  • Classic, fruity and spicy styles

Cons

  • Margaritas only
  • Bottle size inconsistent in the listing
  • No storage directions from the maker

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2. Mixly Favorites Bundle, 16 oz (3-pack) – Fresh Juice and Honey, Five Ingredients Each

Best fresh juiceMixly Favorites Bundle

Three mixers made from fresh-squeezed juice, herbs and honey, each with five ingredients.

The bundle includes Pineapple Basil Lime, Grapefruit Jalapeño and Cucumber Mint Lime. Mixly lists each one plainly: pineapple, lime, honey, water and basil; grapefruit, water, lime, honey and jalapeño; cucumber, water, lime, honey and mint. Honey is the only sweetener, and the maker says there is no cane sugar or artificial sweetener in any of them.

The Grapefruit Jalapeño is the one for tequila: two parts mixer to one part tequila over ice gives a spicy, paloma-like drink, and Mixly sells it as a spicy margarita mixer. The pineapple and cucumber bottles lean toward rum, vodka and gin, or soda water for a mocktail. Mixly says each 16-ounce bottle makes around six cocktails.

Fresh juice does not keep like a shelf-stable syrup. Mixly says to store unopened bottles in a cool, dry place, refrigerate after opening and use within three weeks, so open one bottle at a time.

Why we like it

  • Five-ingredient recipes published by the maker
  • Sweetened only with honey
  • A spicy grapefruit mixer that suits tequila
  • Works as a mocktail with soda water

Key specifications

Size 16 oz bottles (about six cocktails each)
Count 3 bottles
Flavors Pineapple basil lime, grapefruit jalapeño, cucumber mint lime
Sweetener Honey
Main ingredients Fresh juices, water, lime, honey, herbs or jalapeño
Allergens/diet Not stated; contains honey, so not vegan
Shelf storage Cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening, use within 3 weeks
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

This is the set closest to a bartender’s fresh mix, with the kind of ingredient list you could make at home. It suits hosts who want something lighter and less sweet than a classic bottled mix.

Skip it if you want mixers to keep on a shelf for months: once opened, each bottle needs the fridge and should be finished within three weeks.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Simple, whole-food ingredients
  • Honey rather than cane sugar
  • Three distinct drinks

Cons

  • Short life once opened
  • Not vegan
  • No allergen statement in the listing

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Bottles of tonic water and ginger beer beside fresh limes, a lemon and a pot of mint
Bottled mixers work best alongside fresh citrus for squeezing into each glass.

3. Filthy Margarita Mix and Bloody Mary Mix Bundle, 32 oz Pouches – Margarita Night and Brunch

Best for brunchFilthy Margarita Mix & Bloody Mary Mix

Two classic mixes in lightweight pouches: one for margaritas, one for Bloody Marys.

Filthy’s margarita mix has four ingredients, according to the maker: filtered water, fresh lime juice, organic blue agave nectar and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). The Bloody Mary mix is filtered water, tomato, fresh-ground horseradish, vinegar, natural Worcestershire powder, cayenne hot sauce, salt, black pepper, celery salt, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, turmeric and garlic. Filthy describes both as non-GMO, gluten-free and vegan, made without concentrates or preservatives, and says they contain no allergens.

Each pouch holds 32 ounces, and pouches are lighter and easier to pack than glass for a picnic, a pool day or a tailgate. The bundle is also a practical way to get the margarita mix, since the single 32-ounce margarita pouch was out of stock when we checked.

For a Mexican twist on the Bloody Mary, many bartenders swap vodka for tequila; the drink is often called a Bloody Maria. The mix itself does not change.

Why we like it

  • Four-ingredient margarita mix with lime juice and organic agave
  • Bloody Mary mix built on real tomato and fresh horseradish
  • Non-GMO, gluten-free and vegan, per the maker
  • Light pouches for travel and outdoor parties

Key specifications

Size 32 oz pouches
Count 2 pouches
Flavors Margarita, Bloody Mary
Sweetener Organic blue agave nectar (margarita)
Main ingredients Lime juice and agave; tomato, horseradish and spices
Allergens/diet Non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan; maker says no allergens
Shelf storage Not stated
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

If you host both evening drinks and weekend brunch, this covers the two most-requested classics with short, recognizable ingredient lists.

Skip it if you want variety within one drink: it is one margarita and one Bloody Mary, not a range of flavors.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Short ingredient lists
  • Covers margaritas and brunch
  • Pouches travel well

Cons

  • Only two flavors
  • No storage directions in the listing

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4. Liquid Alchemist Cocktail Syrup Sample Pack, 150 ml (4-pack) – Prickly Pear and Three More Syrups

Best syrupsCocktail Syrup Sample Pack

Four fruit and ginger syrups for people who like to build their own drinks.

A syrup is not a finished mix. You add it to spirit, fresh citrus and ice, which gives you more control over sweetness and sourness than a ready-to-pour bottle. This sample pack holds four 150 ml glass bottles: Prickly Pear, Ginger, Blood Orange and Passion Fruit, and the listing says each makes up to ten drinks.

Liquid Alchemist publishes every recipe. Prickly Pear is prickly pear purée, cane sugar, water, pectin, citric acid and fruit and vegetable juice for color. Ginger is organic ginger juice, cane sugar, water, citric acid and xanthan gum. Blood Orange is water, cane sugar, blood orange juice concentrate, vegetable juice for color, citric acid, pectin, malic acid, natural flavor and salt. Passion Fruit is water, cane sugar, passionfruit juice concentrate, natural flavor, xanthan gum and citric acid. The maker describes them as gluten-free and plant-based.

Prickly pear is the fruit of the nopal cactus, called tuna in Mexico, and a splash of the syrup adds its fruit and a pink color to a margarita. The ginger syrup makes a mule or a tequila buck with soda water and lime.

Why we like it

  • Full ingredient lists published for every flavor
  • Prickly pear syrup suits margaritas
  • Gluten-free and plant-based, per the maker
  • Unopened bottles keep up to two years, the maker says

Key specifications

Size 150 ml glass bottles (up to 10 drinks each)
Count 4 bottles
Flavors Prickly pear, ginger, blood orange, passion fruit
Sweetener Cane sugar
Main ingredients Fruit purée, juice or concentrate, cane sugar, water, citric acid
Allergens/diet Gluten-free, plant-based (maker)
Shelf storage Unopened up to 2 years; refrigerate after opening, up to 2 months
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

For home bartenders who already squeeze their own limes, syrups add flavor without taking over the drink. It also makes a good gift, in glass bottles and a box.

Skip it if you want to pour and serve: syrups need spirit, citrus and a little measuring to make a balanced drink.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Transparent ingredient lists
  • Long unopened shelf life
  • Flexible: cocktails, sodas, mocktails

Cons

  • Needs fresh citrus and some measuring
  • Small bottles
  • Natural ingredients settle; shake well

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A row of flavored syrup bottles lined up on a bar counter next to a blender
Syrups are concentrated: a small pour flavors a drink built with spirit and fresh citrus.

5. Craftmix Variety Pack Drink Mix Packets, 12-pack – Four Cocktails in Your Pocket

Best packetsCraftmix Variety Pack Cocktail Mixers & Mocktail Drink Mix

Single-serve powder packets in four flavors, for travel, gifts and parties where nobody wants to measure.

The pack holds twelve packets across four flavors: Strawberry Mule, Blood Orange Mai Tai, Mango Margarita and Passionfruit Paloma. Craftmix’s directions are to pour 4 ounces of still or sparkling water, add 1 ounce of liquor if you want a cocktail, stir in one packet for 30 to 60 seconds and serve over plenty of ice.

Each 7-gram packet has 25 calories and 5 grams of added sugar, per the maker. The base of every flavor is fructose, citric acid and lime juice powder (maltodextrin and lime juice concentrate), sweetened further with stevia leaf extract; each flavor adds its own fruit powder or ginger oil and vegetable juice or beta carotene for color. The listing describes the packets as gluten-free, vegan and non-GMO, with no dairy or soy.

Packets are shelf-stable and weigh almost nothing, which makes them the easiest set here to take camping or to a beach house.

Why we like it

  • Four flavors, including a margarita and a paloma
  • 25 calories per packet, per the maker
  • Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO, no dairy or soy (listing)
  • Shelf-stable and light to carry

Key specifications

Size 7 g packet, one drink each
Count 12 packets
Flavors Strawberry mule, blood orange mai tai, mango margarita, passionfruit paloma
Sweetener Fructose and stevia leaf extract
Main ingredients Fructose, citric acid, lime juice powder, fruit powders, natural flavor
Allergens/diet Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO; no dairy or soy (listing)
Shelf storage Shelf-stable packets (no directions stated)
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

For a gift, a bachelorette weekend or a trip, nothing is simpler: one packet, water, a shot of spirit and ice. It is also an easy way for non-drinkers to have the same drink without the alcohol.

Skip it if you want fresh-juice flavor: these are powders, and they taste like a well-made mix rather than a bartender’s fresh margarita.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • No measuring, one drink per packet
  • Low in calories
  • Travels anywhere

Cons

  • Powder rather than juice
  • Small servings, one drink each

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6. Craftmix Margarita Mix Packets, 12-pack – Classic, Mango and a Zero-Sugar Margarita

Zero-sugar optionCraftmix Margarita Mix

A margarita-only packet set that includes a sugar-free flavor.

Where the Variety Pack spans four cocktails, this one stays with margaritas: Classic, Mango and Skinny. The Classic and Mango follow the same recipe as the other Craftmix packets (fructose, citric acid, lime juice powder, natural flavor and stevia, with mango powder in the mango), at 25 calories each. The Skinny Margarita is different: Craftmix lists erythritol, citric acid, natural flavor, lime juice powder, monk fruit extract, sodium citrate and beta carotene for color, with 0 calories and 0 grams of added sugar per packet.

That makes it a practical set for a group with mixed preferences, since anyone avoiding sugar can take the Skinny packet while the others have the classic. Preparation is the same as every Craftmix packet: 4 ounces of water, 1 ounce of tequila if you want it, stir and pour over ice. A salted rim makes a packet margarita taste more like the real thing; our guide to the best salt for the rim of a margarita glass covers the options.

The listing says the pack makes twelve drinks but does not say how many of each flavor are inside.

Why we like it

  • Includes a 0-calorie, 0-added-sugar margarita, per the maker
  • Sweetened with erythritol and monk fruit in the Skinny flavor; no artificial sweeteners
  • Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO, no dairy or soy (listing)
  • Same easy one-packet preparation

Key specifications

Size 7 g packet, one drink each
Count 12 packets (split by flavor not stated)
Flavors Classic, mango, skinny margarita
Sweetener Fructose and stevia; erythritol and monk fruit (skinny)
Main ingredients Lime juice powder, citric acid, natural flavor, sweeteners
Allergens/diet Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO; no dairy or soy (listing)
Shelf storage Shelf-stable packets (no directions stated)
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

It suits margarita-only hosts and anyone cutting sugar who still wants a margarita in the glass.

Skip it if you already bought the Craftmix Variety Pack and want different drinks; the format and base recipe are the same.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Zero-sugar packet included
  • All margaritas
  • Shelf-stable

Cons

  • Flavor split not stated
  • Powder rather than juice

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A bottle of grapefruit soda beside a clay cup with a seasoned rim and a straw, with cut grapefruit and limes
A grapefruit soda and a clay cup with a seasoned rim, a common setup for a paloma.

7. Edna’s Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Variety Pack, 12 oz Cans (12-pack) – Zero-Proof Paloma and Margarita

Best zero-proofEdna's Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Variety Pack

Sparkling, ready-to-drink zero-proof cocktails that can also stretch a spirit into a highball.

The twelve cans cover Edna’s Paloma, Margarita, Mojito and Mule (the listing title also mentions a Collins). Edna’s describes them as made with citrus shrub, organic blue agave syrup and natural botanicals, with no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives, under 90 calories a can and 0% alcohol. Ingredient lists reproduced by retailers show sparkling water and organic cane sugar or organic blue agave syrup as the base, with lime juice concentrate and apple cider vinegar (the shrub), plus a flavor-specific extract: grapefruit juice concentrate and tequila añejo extract in the Paloma, Cuban mint and rum extracts in the Mojito, ginger and bourbon whiskey extracts in the Mule, and sea salt, habanero and orange zest oil extracts in the Margarita.

You can drink them as they are over ice, which makes the set the natural choice for guests who are not drinking. Edna’s also suggests them as a mixer: a can over ice with a shot of tequila makes a quick highball paloma.

Because some flavors use spirit extracts, anyone who avoids alcohol for medical, religious or recovery reasons should read the can label before drinking; the listing describes the drinks as zero proof.

Why we like it

  • Ready to drink, no mixing needed
  • Paloma and margarita flavors suit a Mexican menu
  • Under 90 calories per can, per the listing
  • No artificial flavors, colors or preservatives, per the listing

Key specifications

Size 12 fl oz cans
Count 12 cans
Flavors Paloma, margarita, mojito, mule
Sweetener Organic cane sugar or organic blue agave syrup, by flavor
Main ingredients Sparkling water, citrus juice concentrate, apple cider vinegar, natural extracts
Allergens/diet Not stated; contains spirit extracts, listed as 0% alcohol
Shelf storage Not stated; serve chilled
Made in Not stated

Why we recommend it

Every party has guests who are driving or not drinking, and a can of zero-proof paloma is a better offer than a soda. It also does double duty as a mixer.

Skip it if you want concentrated mixers to stretch over many drinks: each can makes one drink.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Ready to drink or mix
  • Good choice for non-drinkers
  • Agave and citrus flavors

Cons

  • One drink per can
  • Ingredient lists differ between retailers
  • Contains spirit extracts

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How to choose a cocktail mixer set

Five things decide which set suits your bar. The flavors on the front of the box matter less than what is on the back.

1. Bottles, syrups, packets or cans

  • Ready-to-pour bottles and pouches (Tres Agaves, Mixly, Filthy) are the easiest: mix, spirit, ice. Best for parties.
  • Syrups (Liquid Alchemist) are concentrated and need fresh citrus and spirit. They give you the most control and keep longest.
  • Powder packets (Craftmix) are shelf-stable and light, one drink each, ideal for travel and gifts.
  • Canned zero-proof cocktails (Edna’s) are a finished drink first and a mixer second.

2. Sweetener

Mixers are sweetened with agave nectar, cane sugar, honey, fructose, high fructose corn syrup or zero-calorie sweeteners such as stevia, monk fruit, erythritol or sucralose. Agave suits margaritas and palomas; honey gives a softer finish; zero-sugar mixes suit people cutting sugar but can taste thinner. All the sets on this list avoid high fructose corn syrup.

3. Ingredients and allergens

Read the whole ingredient list, not just the flavor name. Look for juice near the top of the list, and watch for ingredients that matter to you: honey (not vegan), coconut in piña colada mixes, nuts in orgeat or nut-flavored syrups, fish in some Worcestershire sauces, and sulfites in some fruit mixes. Where a maker publishes an allergen or diet statement we quote it in the specifications; where none is given, we say “Not stated.” If you have a food allergy, check the label on the bottle you receive, since recipes change.

A long row of bottles filled with drinks in different colors
Bright colors on the shelf say little about what is inside; the ingredient list does.

4. Storage and shelf life

Fresh-juice mixers such as Mixly need the fridge once opened and should be used within weeks. Syrups usually last longer: Liquid Alchemist gives two months in the fridge after opening. Packets keep on a shelf. Buy fresh-juice sets for a specific party, and syrups or packets for a bar you dip into now and then.

5. The drinks you actually make

A set is only good value if you use every bottle. For a Mexican-food night, margarita and paloma flavors matter most; for a mixed crowd, a variety that includes a mule and a zero-proof option goes further.

Mixers or from scratch?

A classic margarita needs only three ingredients. The International Bartenders Association’s recipe is 50 ml of tequila, 20 ml of triple sec and 15 ml of fresh lime juice, shaken and strained into a glass with a half-salted rim. Many bartenders adjust that to taste, using more lime or swapping the triple sec for agave syrup in the Tommy’s style. If you have time to squeeze limes, scratch margaritas taste brighter than any mix, and a good lime squeezer makes it quick.

A mixer set earns its place when you are making drinks for a group, when you want a flavor you cannot easily make (prickly pear, passion fruit, spicy grapefruit), or when you want a consistent drink without measuring. Many hosts do both: scratch margaritas for the first round, a mixer set once the party is in full swing. Whatever you pour, a well-made shaker matters; see our guide to the best cocktail shaker.

Pour sizes and alcohol-free options

Ready-made mixers make it easy to pour heavily without noticing. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism defines a standard drink as 1.5 fluid ounces of 80-proof spirit, so a margarita made with the 2 ounces of tequila many recipes call for is more than one standard drink. Use a jigger rather than free-pouring, follow the mix-to-spirit ratio on the label, and make the mocktail version available: every set on this list can be served without alcohol, with soda water or still water in place of the spirit.

How we chose these seven sets

We started from what a Mexican bar asks of a mixer: real citrus, a balanced sweetener and flavors that suit tequila and mezcal. We then looked at mixer sets sold on Amazon in the United States that were in stock when we checked, and kept only those whose ingredients we could confirm from the maker’s own website or from the label as reproduced by retailers (the notes for each pick say which). That rule removed several well-known sets, including some multi-flavor bottle packs and gift sets whose listings and makers publish no ingredient list for every flavor, and a bar-essentials pack whose published labels disagreed with one another. We chose seven to cover bottles, syrups, packets and cans, rather than padding the list with similar sets. Where we describe how a mix tastes or behaves, we are describing what its ingredients and its maker say; we have not tasted every set listed here.

Mixer set questions, answered

What are the best cocktail mixer sets for margaritas?

The Tres Agaves variety pack is the strongest margarita set: classic lime, strawberry and spicy jalapeño mixes, plus agave nectar for scratch drinks. For packets, the Craftmix Margarita set adds a zero-sugar option. Our guide to the best margarita mix covers single bottles in more depth.

Do cocktail mixers need to be refrigerated?

It depends on the mixer. Fresh-juice mixers such as Mixly should be refrigerated after opening and used within three weeks, per the maker, and Liquid Alchemist syrups keep up to two months in the fridge once opened. Powder packets are shelf-stable. Always follow the label.

Can you use cocktail mixers without alcohol?

Yes. Every set here works as a mocktail: top the mixer or packet with still or sparkling water instead of a spirit. Edna’s cans are already zero proof, though some flavors use spirit extracts, so check the can if you avoid alcohol entirely.

How much mixer goes in a cocktail?

Follow the label. Tres Agaves suggests 3 to 4 ounces of mix to 2 ounces of tequila, Mixly two parts mixer to one part spirit, and Craftmix one packet in 4 ounces of water with 1 ounce of liquor.

Which mixers are best with mezcal?

Citrus and fruit mixers that hold their own against smoke: a lime margarita mix, a grapefruit mixer for a mezcal paloma, or a passion fruit or prickly pear syrup with fresh lime. Our guide to tequila vs. mezcal explains where mezcal’s smoky flavor comes from.

The mixer set we would open first

For most home bars, the Tres Agaves Organic Margarita Mixers Variety Pack is the set to start with: three margarita styles with short organic ingredient lists, and agave nectar for when you want to make one from scratch. Choose Mixly for fresh juice and honey, Filthy for margaritas and Bloody Marys, Liquid Alchemist if you like building your own drinks, Craftmix for travel and gifts, and Edna’s for guests who are not drinking. Whatever you buy, read the label, measure the spirit, and keep a lime on hand for a fresh squeeze in each glass.

For the shaker, glasses, salt and the rest of the setup, see our guides to the best cocktail shaker and margarita accessories.

And if you would rather have a margarita made for you, see the drinks menu or call to order food from the menu.

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