Yerba Mate Sour

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A South American inspired sour cocktail combining the earthy flavors of yerba mate tea with bright lemon and smooth whiskey. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together Whiskey, Fresh lemon juice, Yerba mate 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 220 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: 10 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare yerba mate syrup by steeping 1 tablespoon of yerba mate tea leaves in 1/2 cup hot water for 5 minutes, then strain and mix with 1/2 cup sugar until dissolved. Cool before use.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz yerba mate syrup, and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice.
  3. Step 3: Perform a dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  4. Step 4: Add ice cubes filling the shaker halfway and shake again for 15 seconds until the outside is frosty.
  5. Step 5: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a silky texture.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin lemon twist expressed over the surface and placed on the rim.

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