Cocktail recipe

Electric Sunset

Electric Sunset combines Tequila with Orange syrup, lime juice, and Grenadine cordial, finishing with a lively, refreshing lift.

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Electric Sunset

Description

Orange syrup and grenadine give this tequila fizz a soft orange-and-red-fruit centre. Fresh lime gives the sweetness a sharp edge and soda leaves the finish lighter than the sunset colours suggest. It’s a good step from a Tequila Sunrise if you want more lime and a sparkling finish.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Tequila
  • 20 ml Orange syrup
  • 20 ml lime juice
  • 10 ml Grenadine cordial
  • Soda Water to top
  • Ice
  • Lime Wheel

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink. Bottle Opener – Useful if the serve uses bottled soda, ginger beer or sparkling wine.

Instructions

  1. Add the spirit, citrus and flavouring ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake briefly until the base is cold.
  3. Strain into the serving glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top with the sparkling ingredient, stir gently and garnish.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (Recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 alcohol units 255 kcal Fresh ice
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