Long Drink
Tequila Sunrise
How to make a Tequila Sunrise - the longdrink of tequila, orange juice and grenadine with the famous color gradient. How to nail the sunrise in a glass.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Tequila Sunrise is a classic of the 1970s and owes its name to the spectacular color gradient that recalls a sunrise. Tequila and orange juice form the fruity base, while the slowly sinking grenadine conjures up the red shimmer at the bottom. It became famous through the Rolling Stones on tour.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour tequila over the ice.
- Top up with orange juice and stir briefly.
- Let grenadine run in slowly along the rim of the glass, do not stir.
- Garnish with an orange slice and cocktail cherry.
Garnish: Orange slice and cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Do not stir. Let the grenadine run in slowly along the rim of the glass at the end - it sinks down and creates the typical sunrise gradient.
Frequently asked questions
How does the color gradient in a Tequila Sunrise form?
The heavy, sugar-rich grenadine slowly sinks to the bottom of the glass. The transition from red through orange to yellow imitates a sunrise.
Should I stir the Tequila Sunrise?
No, for the effect the drink should not be stirred through. Only when drinking do the layers gradually mix.
Which tequila is best?
A Tequila Blanco works well, as its fresh agave notes complement the orange juice without dominating the drink.
Ingredients
- Tequila5 cl
- Orange juice12 cl
- Grenadine1.5 cl
- Orange slice1
