Raspberry Passion Tequila Sour

Ingredients

  • 60 ml silver or blanco tequila
  • 30 ml passionfruit juice (freshly squeezed if available, otherwise good-quality store-bought)
  • 30 ml raspberry syrup (homemade or store-bought)
  • 22.5 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 15 ml simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste if you prefer it sweeter)
  • 1 egg white for a classic sour-style froth or 30 ml aquafaba as a vegan alternative
  • Ice cubes, for shaking and chilling
  • Fresh raspberries and lime wedges, for garnish

Method

  1. Before you get shaking, set yourself up for success. Juice your lime, prepare your raspberry syrup, and measure everything out. This way, you’re not scrambling mid-recipe (because chaos and cocktails don’t mix).
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, passionfruit juice, raspberry syrup, lime juice, and your egg white (or aquafaba). Here comes the dry shake: shake vigorously without ice for about 15-20 seconds. Why? This emulsifies the egg white for maximum foaminess. Think of it as giving your drink a head start in the fluff department.
  3. Now, add ice to your shaker and shake again. This time, go all out for another 15-20 seconds. The goal here is to chill the drink and give it that silky-smooth texture. Bonus workout for your arms.
  4. Double-strain your cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Double-straining removes ice shards and gives you a velvety finish. Admire that gorgeous foam layer forming on top. You’ve earned this moment!
  5. Top your drink with a couple of fresh raspberries, a lime wedge, or even a passionfruit half if you’re feeling extra. A little grated lime zest or a sprinkle of edible flowers also takes it to the next level.
  6. Take a moment to appreciate your masterpiece. Then, take a sip. It’s tart, sweet, creamy, and utterly irresistible. Congratulations, you’ve just made a drink that’s as delicious as it is Instagrammable.