Ingredients
- 2 oz
- Juice of 1/2
- 1 tsp
- 1/2 slice
- 1
Instructions
Shake tequila, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a whiskey sour glass. Add the half-slice of lemon, top with the cherry, and serve.
Tequila Sour: Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a Tequila Sour?
- Shake tequila, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a whiskey sour glass. Add the half-slice of lemon, top with the cherry, and serve.
- What is in a Tequila Sour?
- A Tequila Sour is made with: 2 oz Tequila, Juice of 1/2 Lemon, 1 tsp Powdered sugar, 1/2 slice Lemon, 1 Cherry.
- What glass is best for a Tequila Sour?
- A Tequila Sour is traditionally served in a Whiskey sour glass.
- Is a Tequila Sour alcoholic?
- Yes, the Tequila Sour is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a Tequila Sour?
- The Tequila Sour is an Ordinary Drink cocktail.
Expert Tips
Fresh Citrus Tip
Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
Sweetener Tip
Make your own simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water. It mixes more smoothly than granulated sugar and allows precise sweetness control.
Hosting Tip
These straightforward recipes are perfect for batch preparation. Multiply the recipe, mix in a pitcher (minus ice and carbonation), and serve quickly at parties.
True tequila must be made from blue Weber agave grown in specific Mexican regions, similar to how Champagne must come from France.
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