Tequila Sunrise Sour

Fizzes & Flips (Egg/Cream Sours & Drinks) • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Tequila Sunrise Sour cocktail containing Patron Silver Tequila, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Liber & Co. Real Grenadine, Giffard Orgeat Syrup, Fee Brothers Fee Foam Egg White Alternative in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Patron Silver Tequila or alternative
0.40 fl oz Liber & Co. Real Grenadine or alternative
0.25 fl oz Giffard Orgeat Syrup or alternative
0.50 fl oz Fee Brothers Fee Foam Egg White Alternative or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Add all ingredients to shaker with ice
Shake vigorously
Strain liquid back into shaker and discard ice
Dry shake without ice
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Garnish with lime wedge on rim

Cocktail Description

The Tequila Sunrise Sour transforms a poolside classic into an elegant, frothy masterpiece that balances sweet pomegranate, nutty almond, and bright citrus against smooth silver tequila.

This sophisticated cocktail delivers a complex journey of flavors—starting with the sharp citrus tang of fresh lemon and lime, followed by the rich sweetness of real pomegranate grenadine, all rounded out by the subtle nuttiness of almond orgeat and the silky texture from egg white. While it requires a bit of technique with both wet and dry shaking, the effort pays off in a beautifully layered drink that's impressive yet achievable for home bartenders willing to practice their shake. Perfect for sunset cocktail hours or as a refined start to a dinner party, this coupe-served creation pairs wonderfully with Mexican small plates like fish tacos or aguachile, the citrus notes cutting through rich foods while the fruity sweetness complements spicy dishes.