Bright Tequila Citrus Sour
A lively tequila sour brightened with fresh citrus juices and balanced by a touch of agave syrup. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and fresh grapefruit juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz reposado tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 3/4 oz agave syrup
- 1 egg white
- 1 strip grapefruit twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 3/4 oz agave syrup, and 1 whole egg white to a shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to achieve a smooth texture.
- Step 5: Garnish with a grapefruit twist, expressing oils over the surface and resting it on the rim.
