Description
Born in the glamorous ’70s, the tequila sunrise is a cocktail that has stood the test of time, with its layers of vibrant orange and deep red capturing the essence of the morning sun.
One of my all-time faves, this tequila sunrise recipe is a harmonious blend of silver tequila, zesty fresh orange, and the sweet allure of grenadine promises to delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz tequila (preferably silver or blanco)
- 4 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz grenadine syrup
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice and maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Fill a chilled highball glass with ice cubes.
- Mix: Pour the tequila over the ice, followed by the fresh orange juice.
- Pour: Slowly pour the grenadine syrup over the back of a spoon to allow it to gently settle at the bottom.
- Do not stir: The grenadine should create a beautiful red-to-orange gradient, resembling a sunrise.
- Garnish: Add an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.
Notes
I adjust the amount of tequila, orange juice, and grenadine depending on my mood. For an afternoon tipple, I go lighter on the tequila.
For an added twist, you can rim the glass with salt or add a splash of soda water for some fizz.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0.01g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.4g