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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Tequila

    Frothy Tequila Sour Cocktail

    Published: Jul 19, 2020 · Modified: Nov 8, 2022 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 7 Comments

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    A Tequila Sour is a refreshing cocktail that is an update on the classic 1920’s “sour” cocktail. It is made with Añejo tequila, fresh citrus fruit juices, a little sweetener and an egg white. The egg white is added in a dry shake method giving you a super frothy and creamy top that is delicious and mellows the tartness of the fresh lemon juice.

    Tequila Sour in a stemmed glass with frothy top

    The darker aged Añejo tequila gives this drink it’s depth of flavor and pairs perfectly with the orange and lemon. The citrus brightens the palate and the egg white give texture. It is a perfectly balanced cocktail, perfect for tequila lovers!

    Table of Contents hide
    1 What is a Sour Cocktail
    2 Ingredients
    3 Equipment
    4 A Dry Shake; The Secret to A Frothy Cocktail
    5 Separating the Egg White
    6 Egg White in Your Cocktail
    7 Some Other Tequila Favorites to Try
    8 Did you make this recipe?!
    9 Frothy Tequila Sour Cocktail Recipe

    What is a Sour Cocktail

    The name sour in a cocktail does not mean it will be sour, as in a bad taste. A sour cocktail is a type of drink that is classically made with three to four components; liquor, citrus juices, a sweetener and sometimes an egg white for froth.

    There are all sorts of “sour” drinks you may have heard of; whiskey sour, amaretto sour, Pisco Sour and now this delicious Tequila Sour!!

    Añejo Tequila

    Ingredients

    The recipe for a Tequila Sour is pretty simple, you just need:

    • Añejo Tequila (or Reposado)
    • Fresh Orange and Lemon
    • Egg White
    • Agave Syrup
    Ingredients and equipment to make a tequila sour recipe

    Equipment

    Of course you can make this cocktail with the supplies you have in your kitchen, like measuring spoons, a mason jar with a lid, and just regular glasses. But if you have a well stocked bar, here are the supplies you can grab

    • Cocktail shaker
    • Jigger or shot measure
    • Stemmed cocktail glass

    A Dry Shake; The Secret to A Frothy Cocktail

    To maximize the froth/foam on top of your Tequila Sour cocktail you are going to do something called a “dry shake”.

    This shake is done without ice and only the Tequila Sour’s liquid ingredients and egg white. This just ensures that the egg white mixes with the other ingredients and starts to froth.

    pouring a frothy cocktail from a cocktail shaker

    Then you finish with a second shake, including the ice to chill everything down before straining and serving.

    HOW TO DO A DRY SHAKE: You simply add all the cocktail ingredients, including the egg white, to your shaker, pop the lid on and shake without ice. Then add the ice, shake again, and strain into your cocktail glass.

    You should end up with the most amazing froth on top of your Tequila Sour drink!

    Separating the Egg White

    To make your Sour Cocktail you only need the egg white, not the yellow/orange yolk.

    showing the egg white foam on top of a sour cocktail

    There are a few different ways to separate an egg white from the yolk. Here are the two that we find the easiest:

    • Use the egg shell and rocking the yolk back and forth between the two shell halves, letting the egg white drip down into a bowl.
    • Crack the egg with one hand and then strain the egg through the other hand, letting the egg white drip between you fingers. Make sure you have clean hands for this method!

    Egg White in Your Cocktail

    Don’t be nervous about putting an egg white in your cocktail! As long as you are using fresh or non-expired eggs you should be fine**.

    No need to buy special or organic eggs. I usually use what is in my fridge and have been ok every time.

    Adding an egg white adds texture and a beautiful frothy foam to your cocktail as well as mellowing out the harsh citrus flavors.

    **However, there is always a risk when eating raw eggs, just like eating undercooked meat. But I bet you aren’t eating all your steaks well done either!

    Some Other Tequila Favorites to Try

    We LOVE a tequila cocktail around here at Mom’s Dinner. Especially a Classic Margarita on the Rocks or Tequila Soda. Try some of these tequila drinks at your next happy hour or dinner party:

    • Blackberry Tequila Smash
    • Perfect Orange Margarita
    • Tequila Hot Toddy
    • Fresh Ginger Margarita

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    Tequila Sour Cocktail in a coupe glass with an orange peel garnish

    Frothy Tequila Sour Cocktail Recipe

    A refreshingly delicious tequila cocktail that is made with Añejo tequila, citrus fruit juice, agave sweetener and an egg white. Use the dry shake method to make a super frothy drink. Serve it straight up in a stemmed glass with an orange peel garnish.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Equipment

    • Cocktail Shaker
    • coupe glass or martini glass
    • Cocktail Jigger

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 oz Añejo tequila – Reposado will also work
    • .5 oz fresh lemon juice
    • 1 oz fresh orange juice save some of the peel for garnish
    • 1 fresh egg white
    • .25 oz agave syrup can omit for less sweetness
    • ice
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    Instructions

    Dry Shake

    • In a cocktail shaker add 1 egg white, 1.5 oz Añejo tequila, 1 oz fresh orange juice, .5 oz lemon juice, and .25 oz agave syrup.
      DON'T ADD THE ICE YET you are going to do a dry shake.
    • Pop the lid on and do a dry shake without ice, about 20 seconds.

    Ice Shake

    • Add a scoop of ice and shake again for about 20 seconds.
    • Strain into a stemmed cocktail glass, like a coupe glass or martini glass.
      This cocktail is served "up" which means no ice is added to the serving glass.

    Garnish & Serve

    • Garnish with orange peel and serve!

    Notes:

    You can omit the agave for a less sweet drink or add more for additional sweetness. 
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    About Susie Weinrich

    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Jim

      January 23, 2022 at 11:50 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! Absolutely stunning. The egg white is like a vanilla foam. I went ahead and did 2oz of reposado instead of the 1.5 and also added some ango drops to the top for effect.

      Reply
      • Susie Weinrich

        January 24, 2022 at 8:55 am

        LOVE angostura bitters so much!!! I bet that was amazing!

        Reply
    2. Lauren

      September 17, 2020 at 12:06 pm

      My new go-to drink. Tequila is my preference, always. And I LOVE whiskey sours. This is my jam!!! Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Emily Bruno

      August 10, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      So fun to try something new- this was delicious!

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    4. Tawnie Kroll

      July 21, 2020 at 12:06 pm

      5 stars
      SO delicious! Our new go-to cocktail!

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    5. Lauren Nagel

      July 21, 2020 at 10:50 am

      5 stars
      This is my go-to tequila cocktail right now, we love it!

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      • Susie

        July 22, 2020 at 8:34 am

        Wonderful!!! Thank you!!

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