This Tequila Sunrise cocktail is a vibrant and refreshing drink, perfect for any occasion. With its layers of orange juice and grenadine, it mimics the colors of a beautiful sunrise. This easy-to-make cocktail requires minimal ingredients and is sure to impress your guests with both its taste and appearance.
Appliances and Special Utensils
- Cocktail shaker (optional)
- Highball glass
- Long stirring spoon
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 4 oz orange juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Glass: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to chill it.
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Add Tequila: Pour 2 oz of tequila over the ice.
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Add Orange Juice: Slowly add 4 oz of orange juice to the glass, allowing it to mix naturally with the tequila.
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Add Grenadine: Carefully pour 1/2 oz of grenadine into the glass. It will sink to the bottom and slowly rise, creating a gradient effect reminiscent of a sunrise.
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Garnish: Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.
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Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your beautifully layered Tequila Sunrise!
This vibrant and refreshing Tequila Sunrise cocktail is sure to impress with its stunning appearance and delightful taste. Perfect for any gathering, it’s an easy and visually appealing drink to prepare.