Tequila Sunrise co*cktail Recipe (2024)

Published: Jun 2, 2022 by Eileen xo

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Is there anything better than a delicious co*cktail on a hot summer day? This Tequila Sunrise co*cktail is the perfect drink for enjoying on a warm evening. It's easy to make and tastes amazing! Plus, it's pretty enough to serve at your next party. Cheers!

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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

It's easy to make and only requires a few ingredients.
It's perfect for summertime drinking.
It looks beautiful, making it ideal for serving at parties.

Ingredients

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orange juice
tequila
grenadine
ice

Equipment

serving glass
jigger

Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

Fill your cup ¾ of the way with ice.
Pour the tequila and orange juice into the glass.
Pour the grenadine gently down the side of the glass and let it settle for a few seconds.
Enjoy the layered colors before stirring.
They will turn into a gorgeous blood orange color.
Top with a cherry, orange slice, and maybe one of those umbrellas, and enjoy!

Note: Although the drink is pretty with the grenadine on the bottom, please stir the co*cktail before drinking it, so the flavors blend.

Storage

This recipe is best enjoyed immediately. However, leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Expert Tips

Expert Tip: If you don't have a jigger, use a shot glass to measure the ingredients.

Pulp-free orange juice works best unless you love pulp in your OJ.
If using large glasses, add about ½ an ounce of grenadine and another 2 ounces of orange juice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tequila goes well with Tequila Sunrise?

For this recipe, I recommend using Blanco tequila. However, you could also use a reposado or Anejo tequila.

Can I make this recipe without alcohol?

Yes! To make a mocktail version, simply omit the tequila and increase the amount of orange juice to 1 ½ cups.

Do I have to use fresh orange juice?

No, you can use store-bought orange juice. However, fresh orange juice will taste best.

What other fruit juices can I use in this recipe?

In addition to orange juice, grapefruit juice and cranberry juice would also be good in this recipe.

What is the difference between a Tequila Sunrise co*cktail and a tequila sunset?

Serving Suggestions

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This co*cktail would be perfect for the adults enjoying our Frito Pie recipe!

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Eileen xo

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