Ginger-Infused Spiced Tequila Sour

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A lively tequila sour brightened with fresh ginger and balanced by warm spices for a complex flavor profile. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, fresh lemon juice, ginger syrup 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 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Add 2 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz ginger syrup, and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice.
  2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds until the shaker frosts.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Step 5: Lightly dust the surface with a pinch of ground cinnamon and a pinch of ground star anise.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin lemon wheel floated on top.

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