Agua Loca (Crazy Water)


The crazy water recipe was given to me by Xavier and Diego, two exchange students from Mexico, when I lived in Coughlan House at MUN in Newfoundland in the late 90s. We had some pretty good parties with a full batch of it, and it's fun to mix up. I think it's important to warn in advance that although it doesn't taste very strong, one large cup equals about four bottles of Canadian beer in alcohol content. Yes, I know you can drink more than everyone else, blah, blah... but don't consume too much too quickly or you will hurt yourselves. I take no responsibility for anyone making a trip to the hospital if they abuse this stuff.

Two other notes: first, you can make a half or double batch depending on how much you need. One batch is enough for about thirty people. Second, don't drink the crazy water immediately after making it; the mix will smell bad. It needs to sit for a few hours to mellow.

Ingredients

  • 4 litres of Smirnoff Vodka
  • 1 litre of white rum (sweet, preferrably Bacardi)
  • 1/2 litre of white tequila (Heravaura or substitute with Sausa)
  • 6 litres of red wine (sweet, the sweeter the better)
  • 6 litres of grape juice (natural, no sediment)
  • 6-pack of mineral water (cans or bottles)
  • 3/4 kilogram of sugar
  • Juice of 20 limes (green limes, no pulp)

Directions
  • Take 2 litres of water, mix in 1/2 kilogram of sugar
  • Add vodka
  • Add rum
  • Add tequila
  • Add red wine
  • Add grape juice
  • Add lime juice
  • Shake contents and taste. It should be sweet. If not add sugar to desired sweetness.
  • Add mineral water until 20 litres is achieved

Notes

  • Agua Loca should be made in a vat, tub or bath tub (clean first)
  • The sequence is important
  • It should be prepared at least 2 hours before consumption
  • It should be consumed with a full glass of ice
  • For a stronger mix, put all the alcohol in except the red wine. Again, handle with care.

Production notes

Developed by biochemistry students at the University of Monterrey in Mexico.

Thanks to Diego and Xavier, the coolest cats south of the border!