Tequila Sour

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 5 min
• Servings: 1 serving
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

7 items

• 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)

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Add tequila, lime juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a cocktail shaker (do not add ice yet).

2. Perform a 'dry shake' by shaking the mixture vigorously for 15-20 seconds. This helps to froth the egg white.

3. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for another 15-20 seconds to chill the cocktail.

4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.

5. Optionally, top with 2 dashes of Angostura bitters for garnish and added flavor.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly frothy Tequila Sour!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (395.5g)

Calories		200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.1 g	0%
	Saturated Fat	0.0 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		57 mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate		14.2 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	11.0 g
Protein		3.7 g	7%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		10 mg	1%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		99 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0 cal (1.2%%)

Protein: 14 cal (20.4%%)

Carbs: 56 cal (78.3%%)