Description
The Tequila Sour is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail featuring Anejo tequila balanced with fresh lemon and lime juices, sweetened with agave nectar, and given a silky texture from egg white. Served over ice and garnished with lime peel, this drink offers a sophisticated twist on the classic sour cocktail, perfect for those who enjoy a smooth, tangy beverage with a foamy top.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Anejo Tequila
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- ½ ounce lime juice
- ¾ ounce Agave Nectar
- 1 ounce Egg white
Instructions
- Dry Shake: Begin by using the dry shake method which involves shaking the ingredients without any ice to help create a thick, foamy texture from the egg white.
- Add Ingredients: Into a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces of Anejo tequila, ½ ounce lemon juice, ½ ounce lime juice, ¾ ounce agave nectar, and 1 ounce of egg white.
- Shake Vigorously: Cover the shaker tightly and shake for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture becomes very frothy and reaches a foamy consistency.
- Serve: Fill a lowball glass with ice and strain the foamy tequila sour mixture over the ice. Garnish the cocktail with a lime peel for a touch of citrus aroma and elegance.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg white with aquafaba (chickpea water) to maintain the foaminess.
- Use fresh lemon and lime juice for the best flavor and brightness in the cocktail.
- The dry shake step is crucial to create the silky and frothy texture without diluting the drink with ice prematurely.
- Agave nectar complements the tequila flavor well and is a natural sweetener alternative to simple syrup.
- Ensure the egg white is fresh and handled safely to minimize any risk of contamination.
