Honey-Lime Tequila Sour with Chili Salt Rim

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

A zesty tequila sour sweetened with honey and brightened with lime, served with a bold chili salt rim for extra kick. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey and water) 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 "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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz reposado tequila
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• 1 large egg white
• 1/4 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 piece lime wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt and 1/4 tsp chili powder on a small plate and rim a chilled coupe glass by wetting the edge with lime juice and dipping it into the chili salt mixture.
2. Step 2: In a shaker without ice, pour 2 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, and 1 large egg white.
3. Step 3: Perform a dry shake (no ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
4. Step 4: Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the tin is frosty.
5. Step 5: Double strain the cocktail into the prepared coupe glass to ensure a smooth texture.
6. Step 6: Garnish by floating a thin lime wheel on the foam surface.