How to Make Tequila Sunrise Cocktail - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing says "summer" quite like sipping on a refreshing Tequila Sunrise Cocktail. This iconic drink is not only visually stunning with its ombre layers of red, orange, and yellow, but it also packs a fruity and tangy punch that is sure to please any palate. Whether you are hosting a backyard barbecue or simply lounging by the pool, a Tequila Sunrise Cocktail is the perfect accompaniment to a sunny day.

Originating in the 1930s, the Tequila Sunrise gained popularity in the 1970s and h...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups ice, divided
  • 4 fluid ounces orange juice
  • 2 fluid ounces tequila
  • ¾ fluid ounce grenadine syrup

Information

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

  • Fill a highball glass with 1 1/2 cups ice and set aside.
  • Combine orange juice and tequila in a cocktail shaker; add remaining 1 cup ice. Cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into the prepared highball glass. Slowly pour in grenadine and let settle. Stir before drinking.
  • Nutrition

    263 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 9mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 62mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 257mg