If you can’t tell, I’ve been on a big tequila kick recently. It has to be a mixture of quarantine for the past 4 months and the warm summer air. While I do enjoy a glass of biodynamic wine, I also love putting my creativity to the test and mixing different fruits and fresh herbs with ice-cold tequila. This Ginger-Thyme Tequila Sour takes a cold refreshing cocktail to the next level. It’s a unique combination of both savory and sweet that is certainly like nothing you’ve tasted before.
Tequila Sour vs Margarita
So what makes this a Sour rather than a Margarita? Well first – I have so many recipes for Margaritas. You all know how much I love them and are probably beginning to think I’m a one-trick pony – so I just wanted to call it something different simply for variety! Haha.
Both Sours and Margaritas typically contain a sweetener, alcohol, and citrus juice. The main difference between a Sour and a Margarita is the type of alcohol used and the use of lemon juice vs lime juice. Margaritas can be served over ice or frozen, but are rarely served straight-up. Sours can be served over ice or straight-up, but are not served frozen.
Sours will also occasionally have a dash of egg whites to create a silky foam on top after being shaken. Your most typical sour cocktail would be a Whisky Sour; but since whiskey is grain-based, I’ve decided to make a Tequila Sour instead!
Sweet and Savory
I think all cocktails tend to liven up when fresh herbs are added to the mix. They provide an extra boost of elegance to all craft cocktails. I regularly use mint and basil, but my garden is currently overflowing with fresh thyme so I knew I wanted to find a way to incorporate it into this recipe. The thyme gives this cocktail a slight savory taste and beautiful aromatic flavor.
