Non-alcoholic Virgin Sunrise in a highball glass with a red-orange gradient

Non-Alcoholic

Virgin Sunrise

How to make a Virgin Sunrise - the non-alcoholic version of the Tequila Sunrise with orange juice and grenadine. The classic sunrise effect with no alcohol.

3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)

The Virgin Sunrise is the non-alcoholic version of the famous Tequila Sunrise and impresses with the same beautiful sunrise color gradient. Fresh orange juice and slowly sinking grenadine create a fruity, visually appealing drink. A simple, sociable drink for any occasion.

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Add the orange juice to the glass.
  3. Season with a dash of lime juice.
  4. Slowly pour the grenadine along the rim of the glass without stirring.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice and a cocktail cherry.

Garnish: Orange slice and cocktail cherry

Pro tip: Pour the grenadine very slowly along the rim of the glass without stirring - that way it sinks to the bottom and creates the typical sunrise gradient.

Frequently asked questions

How does the sunrise effect happen?

The heavy, sugary grenadine sinks to the bottom in the lighter orange juice and thus creates the characteristic color gradient from red to orange.

What replaces the tequila?

In the non-alcoholic version the orange juice alone carries the drink, complemented by the fruity sweetness of the grenadine.

Can I use freshly squeezed orange juice?

Definitely, freshly squeezed orange juice makes the Virgin Sunrise especially aromatic and natural in taste.

Ingredients

  • Orange juice12 cl
  • Grenadine2 cl
  • Fresh lime juice1 dash
  • Ice cubesas needed
  • Orange1 slice