Description
The Raspberry Passionfruit Tequila Sour is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that combines the tropical tartness of passionfruit with the sweet tang of fresh raspberries, balanced perfectly with tequila and a frothy egg white finish. This easy-to-make sour offers a delightful blend of fruity flavors with a smooth, velvety texture ideal for summer gatherings or an elegant aperitif.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 ounce fresh passionfruit juice
- 1 ounce fresh raspberry puree
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
Other Ingredients
- 1 egg white
- Ice
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh raspberries
- Lemon peel twist
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Pour 2 ounces of tequila into a cocktail shaker to start the base of the cocktail.
- Add passionfruit juice: Measure and add 1 ounce of fresh passionfruit juice to the shaker for a tropical tangy flavor.
- Add raspberry puree: Pour in 1 ounce of fresh raspberry puree to bring a sweet berry note and vibrant color.
- Add simple syrup: Add 3/4 ounce of simple syrup to balance the tartness with sweetness.
- Add lemon juice: Squeeze 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice into the mixture to add brightness and acidity.
- Add egg white: Crack an egg, separate the white from the yolk, and add the egg white to the shaker to create a smooth frothy texture.
- Add ice: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes to chill the mixture properly.
- Shake vigorously: Seal the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, ensuring all ingredients combine well and the egg white froths up.
- Strain and serve: Open the shaker and strain the cocktail into a rocks glass or coupe glass filled with fresh ice to keep it chilled.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish your drink with fresh raspberries or a twist of lemon peel to enhance aroma and presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and savor your refreshing Raspberry Passionfruit Tequila Sour.
Notes
- Use fresh passionfruit juice and raspberry puree for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- The egg white adds a fabulous frothy texture but if concerned about raw eggs, consider using pasteurized egg whites or omit this ingredient.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of simple syrup according to taste preference.
- Shake vigorously to ensure proper emulsification of the egg white for a creamy foam.
- Serve in chilled glassware to enhance the drinking experience.
