Raspberry Passionfruit Tequila Sour – A Refreshing Twist on a Classic
This Raspberry Passionfruit Tequila Sour is a refreshing, fruity twist on a classic cocktail. With the perfect balance of tart passionfruit, sweet raspberries, and smooth tequila, it’s an eye-catching and flavorful drink. The egg white (or aquafaba) gives it a velvety foam that elevates every sip. Whether for a summer evening, brunch, or a cocktail night, this drink is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Modern, Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6–8 fresh raspberries
- 1 oz passionfruit pulp or unsweetened passionfruit juice
- 2 oz tequila (silver or reposado)
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 egg white (or 1 oz aquafaba for vegan option)
- Ice
- Fresh raspberries or passionfruit slice for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the Raspberries – In a cocktail shaker, muddle fresh raspberries with passionfruit pulp and simple syrup to extract the flavors.
- Add the Liquids – Pour in tequila, lemon juice, and egg white (or aquafaba).
- Dry Shake – Shake the mixture without ice for about 15 seconds to help the egg white foam up properly.
- Add Ice & Shake Again – Add ice and shake vigorously for another 20 seconds until chilled.
- Strain & Serve – Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass. For a smoother drink, double strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Garnish & Enjoy – Top with fresh raspberries or a passionfruit slice for an elegant finish.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fresh passionfruit pulp instead of juice.
- The dry shake is crucial for achieving a thick, velvety foam.
- If the drink is too sweet, reduce the simple syrup slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg