Tequila Sunrise Cocktail

This Tequila Sunrise is a classic cocktail made with tequila, orange juice, and grenadine, creating its signature layered look. Refreshing, fruity, and easy to make, it’s a go-to drink for casual gatherings or relaxing evenings.

Course Cocktail

Cuisine Cocktails

Keyword tequila sunrise cocktail, tequila sunrise recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings cocktail

Calories 260kcal

Author Elaine Benoit

Equipment

Ingredients

2 ounces tequila
4 ounces of orange juice 4 - 6 ounces depending on the size of your glass
1/2 ounce of Grenadine

Garnish

1/2 orange slice
3 maraschino cherries

Instructions

Fill a shaker halfway with ice.
Add tequila and orange juice. Cap shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
2 ounces tequila, 4 ounces of orange juice
Fill tulip glass halfway with fresh ice.
Pour contents of shaker in your glass of choice and add ice if needed to fill the glass
Measure 1/2 ounce of grenadine and pour it down the inside of the glass. Lastly, add the garnish.
1/2 ounce of Grenadine
Serve, sip, and enjoy.

Notes

I love drinking this tequila sunrise cocktail in a tulip glass, but you can use any glass you want.

Helpful tips

You don’t need top-shelf tequila for this cocktail. With the amount of orange juice, a good mid-range option works perfectly well.
You can build this drink directly in the glass, but I prefer using a shaker. It chills the cocktail more and adds a slight texture from the ice.
Stick to about 4–6 ounces of orange juice. More than that can dilute the drink too much.
If you use pulp orange juice, just know it will be visible in the cocktail.
Using a larger glass? Add extra ice rather than more juice to keep the balance right.
This drink is often served in a tulip glass, but any tall glass will work just fine.

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