Silver tequilaGrenadineOrange juice
Proportions by volume. Ice and garnish not shown.

Tequila Sunrise

Made with tequila, served in a highball glass. An official cocktail of the International Bartenders Association (Contemporary Classics).

Ingredients for one drink
50 ml / 1 3/4 ozSilver tequila
10 ml / 1/4 ozGrenadine
150 ml / 5 ozOrange juice
30 gOrange
180 gIce cubes

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Pour in tequila and orange juice.
  3. Add grenadine and stir gently to create the sunrise effect.
  4. Garnish with an orange slice and serve.

About the Tequila Sunrise

The Tequila Sunrise is a long drink made with tequila, orange juice, and grenadine. The ingredients create a sweet citrus flavor with a distinctive layered appearance.

History

The modern Tequila Sunrise originated in Sausalito, California, in the early 1970s. It gained popularity after being served at a Rolling Stones pre-tour party and later featured in a 1988 film.

Tequila Sunrise
Photo: TheCulinaryGeek from Chicago, USA,CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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