Tequila Sour

A delicious tequila sour with that frothy foam you expect from this epic cocktail awaits!

Classic Tequila Sour 

During my 2024 trip to Chile, I had my share of pisco sours. They were delicious! Later in the trip, I learned that nearly every country in Latin America has its version, including Mexico with its Tequila Sour and a Mezcal Sour. 

You'll love this sour cocktail that's perfectly balanced with the tartness of the lime. And while I prefer to make this cocktail with reposado tequila because of its sweeter undertones, Blanco will work. And the eggwhite foam? It's this cocktail's signature that makes it pop. 

Ingredients 

Everything you need to make a tequila sour will be listed in the recipe card below, but before you make any swaps, see why each ingredient is needed:

• Egg whites: a classic ingredient in this cocktail, this will create the foam topping.
• Reposado tequila: a smoother type of tequila with notes of vanilla and caramel.
• Simple syrup: adds a bit of sweetness to the mix.
• Lemon juice: freshly squeezed is the best.
• Orange bitters: this will add a nice citrusy flavor to the drink.
• Garnish: this drink is best served with a slice of lime.

How to Make a Tequila Sour at Home 

Grab your shaker, and let's get shakin'! Here is how to make the best tequila sour at home, with a few additional tips in each step to ensure the best sip:

1. Make the cocktail
   First, you'll want to combine all the required ingredients in a cocktail shaker without ice. Give everything a vigorous shake for a minute to create a nice foam. Then, add ice to the shaker and shake for an additional 30 seconds. You'll know it's ready to serve when the sides of the glass are nice and frosted.
2. Serve & Garnish
   Give your shaken mixture a good straining as you pour it into your glass. Top with fresh ice and a slice of lime. Enjoy!

Why You Shake This Cocktail Without Ice

The first initial shake of a tequila sour cocktail does not involve ice. This method is called dry shaking; this is what helps to make our delicious foam topping. During the second shake, adding ice to the mix helps to keep things nice and chilled and helps to create a bit more foam!

Best Glass and Serving Suggestions for this Cocktail 

This drink and others like my Cinnamon Tequila Sour are best enjoyed served in a Gimlet glass, which is a cocktail glass used for drinks like this Classic tequila gimlet and this orange tequila gimlet.

Hosting a crowd? Serve this drink with my shredded chicken enchilada tacos or these tequila lime pork tacos, and top everything off with my easy blender salsa for the perfect bite!

More Tequila Cocktails to Make at Home 

If tequila is your happy hour jam, you'll love a tequila mojito, tequila soda, a tequila lemonade, and for a pop of fizz, this tequila & Coke cocktail!

Easy Tequila Sour

Servings: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Making this tequila sour cocktail is a breeze with this simple recipe. 

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Ingredients

• 1 egg white
• 2 ounces reposado tequila
• 1 ounce simple syrup
• 1 ounce lemon juice
• 3 dashes orange bitters
• Lime, for garnish

Instructions

Make the cocktail:

• Add the egg white, tequila, simple syrup, lemon juice, and orange bitters in a cocktail shaker without ice. Shake vigorously for a minute to create foam.
• Add some ice to the shaker and shake for an additional 30 seconds until the sides are fully frosted. This second shake creates a bit more foam and chills the drink.

Pour:

• Strain the tequila sour into a glass. Garnish with lime.

Equipment

Cocktail Shaker Set

Coupes

Taco Tuesday Cookbook

Orange Bitters

Dehydrated Orange Slices

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cocktail | Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg