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Tequila Sunrise

A visually stunning cocktail with a layered sunrise effect — grenadine sinks to the bottom while orange juice and tequila stay on top. Created in the 1930s and popularized by the Rolling Stones in the 1970s. Sweet, fruity, and perfect for brunch.

Prep3 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila
  • 4 oz fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 oz grenadine (pomegranate syrup)
  • Orange slice and maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Fill a tall highball glass with ice.
  2. 2. Pour in tequila and orange juice. Stir gently to combine.
  3. 3. Slowly pour grenadine down the inside of the glass — it will sink to the bottom.
  4. 4. Do NOT stir. The gradient sunrise effect will develop naturally.
  5. 5. Garnish with an orange slice and cherry on a pick.
  6. 6. Let guests stir before drinking.
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