Name: Tequila Sunrise · Cocktail recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 60 ml Tequila; 120 ml Orange juice; 15 ml Grenadine; 1 orange slice (for garnish); 1 piece Maraschino Cherry (for garnish)

Drink type Servings

Measurement system

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Tequila Sunrise

Description

The Tequila Sunrise is a visually striking cocktail that mimics the colours of a sunrise with its layered appearance. It originated in the 1930s at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel and gained fame in the 1970s when the Eagles immortalised it in their song "Tequila Sunrise."

This cocktail features a base of tequila and orange juice, with grenadine syrup added last to create the signature gradient effect. Its sweet and tangy flavours make it a popular choice for tropical settings and celebrations.

Ingredients

60 ml Tequila
120 ml Orange juice
15 ml Grenadine
1 orange slice (for garnish)
1 piece Maraschino Cherry (for garnish)

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir gently after building.

Instructions

Fill tall glasses with ice cubes.
Add: 60 ml Tequila, 120 ml Orange juice. Stir gently to combine before adding the syrup.
Drizzle the following down the inside of each glass so it settles at the bottom: 15 ml Grenadine. Serve without stirring to keep the colour gradient.
Garnish each glass with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.