Tequila Sunrise

Tequila Sunrise

A tequila sunrise cocktail is a pretty drink with layers of orange juice and grenadine that’s delicious on a hot day. The fact that the ratio of juice to tequila is high makes it a good choice for a brunch cocktail.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger tequila
  • ice cubes
  • ½ (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger grenadine syrup
  • 1 slice orange, for garnish
  • 1 maraschino cherry for garnish

Directions

Step 1
Stir orange juice and tequila together. Fill a chilled 12-ounce glass with ice cubes; pour in orange juice mixture.

Step 2
Slowly pour in the grenadine, and allow it to settle to the bottom of the glass (be patient). Garnish with a slice of orange and a maraschino cherry.