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Tequila Sunrise Cocktail Recipe
Tequila sunrise cocktails create beautiful sunrise-like appearances making them welcome options any day, garnished perfectly with fresh orange slices throughout. This classic recipe showcases how proper layering techniques create stunning visual presentations while maintaining delicious flavor profiles. The colorful appearance makes this ideal for special occasions and impressive entertaining.
A tequila sunrise cocktail has a sunrise-like appearance making it a welcome option any day! Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry if you like.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1
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The tequila sunrise, with its gorgeous layers and bright flavor, will always be in style. This tequila sunrise recipe calls for just three ingredients (plus ice) and will make you feel like your life’s a beach.
Tequila Sunrise Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this top-rated tequila sunrise recipe:
· Ice : You’ll need about 2 ½ cups of ice for this tequila sunrise cocktail. · Orange juice : Use store-bought or freshly squeezed orange juice. · Tequila : You don’t have to use top shelf tequila, but make sure to choose something smooth and crisp. · Grenadine : Use store-bought or homemade grenadine syrup .
How to Make a Tequila Sunrise
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make a classic tequila sunrise at home: Combine the juice and tequila in a cocktail shaker with a cup of ice. Shake and pour the mixture into a highball glass over ice. Pour in the grenadine and let it settle on the bottom.
Tequila Sunrise History
The original tequila sunrise dates back to the 1930s, but the modern version didn’t appear until the early 1970s. Mick Jagger became a fan of the cocktail after trying it at The Rolling Stones 1972 tour kickoff party. Jagger and his entourage ordered the drink all over the U.S., making it a sensation. The Eagles recorded “Tequila Sunrise” the next year, cementing its place in rock ‘n’ roll history.
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“Perfect,” raves rachellephipps . “I garnished with a maraschino cherry and a twist of orange peel!”
“Super easy and very yummy,” according to April .
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
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Ingredients
2 ½ cups ice, divided
4 fluid ounces orange juice
2 fluid ounces tequila
¾ fluid ounce grenadine syrup
Directions
Gather the ingredients.
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Fill a highball glass with 1 1/2 cups ice and set aside.
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Combine orange juice and tequila in a cocktail shaker; add remaining 1 cup ice. Cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted.
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Strain into the prepared highball glass.
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Slowly pour in grenadine and let settle.
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Garnish and stir before drinking.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 263 | Calories |
| 0g | Fat |
| 32g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 1 | |
| Calories 263 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 24g | |
| Protein 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C 62mg | 69% |
| Calcium 15mg | 1% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 257mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
