Tequila Sour
Elevate your cocktail game with the Tequila Sour, a zesty and frothy twist on the classic sour family of drinks. This recipe combines smooth tequila with the bright tang of fresh lime and lemon juices, balanced perfectly by a touch of simple syrup for sweetness. The inclusion of egg white gives the drink its signature velvety foam, achieved through an essential dry-shaking technique. Finished with a dash of Angostura bitters for optional aromatic complexity, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is refreshing. Ready in just 5 minutes, the Tequila Sour is the perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity, ideal for impressing guests or savoring a moment of indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces Tequila
- 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 ounce Fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 ounce Simple syrup
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Add tequila, lime juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a cocktail shaker (do not add ice yet).
Step 2
Perform a 'dry shake' by shaking the mixture vigorously for 15-20 seconds. This helps to froth the egg white.
Step 3
Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for another 15-20 seconds to chill the cocktail.
Step 4
Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.
Step 5
Optionally, top with 2 dashes of Angostura bitters for garnish and added flavor.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly frothy Tequila Sour!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 395.5 grams (395.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 200 |
| Total Fat 0.10g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 57mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.20g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.20g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 11.00g | |
| Protein 3.70g | 7% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 10mg | 1% |
| Iron 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium 99mg | 2% |
Source of Calories