Tequila Sunrise Cocktail Recipe
#Tequila Sunrise
Equipment
- Tall glass (preferably a highball or hurricane glass)
- Bar spoon or stirrer
- Jigger (for measuring)
- Juicer (if using fresh oranges)
- Ice scoop or tongs
Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila preferably silver or blanco
- 4 ounces orange juice freshly squeezed if possible
- 1/2 ounce grenadine syrup
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice for garnish
- Maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill the Glass: Start by filling your tall glass with ice cubes, leaving some space at the top for the liquids.
- Pour the Tequila: Measure 2 ounces of tequila and pour it over the ice.
- Add Orange Juice: Next, add 4 ounces of orange juice. This will be the base of your cocktail.
- Drizzle Grenadine: Slowly pour 1/2 ounce of grenadine syrup into the glass. It will sink to the bottom, creating that beautiful gradient effect that resembles a sunrise.
- Garnish: Top it off with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry for a lovely presentation.
- Serve: Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon if you prefer a bit of blending, but traditionally it’s served without stirring to keep the sunrise effect intact.
- Variations
- Fruity Twist: Substitute orange juice with other juices like pineapple, mango, or cranberry for a tropical version.
- Mocktail Version: Replace tequila with sparkling water and use the same proportions for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
- Spicy Sunrise: Add a dash of jalapeño-infused tequila or muddle some jalapeño slices before adding the other ingredients for a spicy kick.