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Tequila Sunrise

Clean, pure blanco tequila with sweet grenadine and delicious, subtly sour orange juice makes one of the greatest of modern classic cocktails, a drink that has a surprising place in rock ‘n’ roll history.

About this recipe

Ingredients

Don Julio® Blanco Tequila

Don Julio® Blanco Tequila

Using the finest agave and a time-honoured distillation, Don Julio Blanco is clear, clean tequila with hints of citrus that makes it the ideal base for a range of great cocktails.

How to make

Using a jigger, measure 50ml Don Julio Blanco Tequila, 110ml orange juice and 10ml cranberry juice into the glass.

Cut a wedge of orange with a sharp knife on a cutting board and place on top of the drink to garnish your Tequila Sunrise.

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Tequila Sunrise: 2 Easy Recipes for 1 Popular Drink

• 3 mins
• Prep: 3 mins,
• Cook: 0 mins
• Yield: 1 serving

There are many things to love about the Tequila Sunrise. It is easy to mix up at a moment's notice, it is beautiful to look at, it is a deliciously fruity cocktail, and, of course, there's tequila!

Yet, did you know that the Tequila Sunrise you're most familiar with is not the original? It's true, the orange juice and grenadine combination that is the Tequila Sunrise we know and love was not the first drink to take on this name.

The original version uses lime juice, creme de cassis, and club soda. It is equally delicious and, yes, it does include that signature 'sunrise' effect. It's simply a completely different taste.

The Modern Tequila Sunrise Recipe

There is no doubt that the Tequila Sunrise is one of the most popular tequila drinks. It is also one of the easiest and the layering effect that creates the sunrise happens naturally, so anyone can create this stunning cocktail.

The key to the 'sunrise' is to refrain from stirring the drink after adding the grenadine. You can pour the tequila and orange juice into your glass, then add the grenadine and it will naturally sink to the bottom. If you were to stir it, the grenadine will mix with the juice and create a blush pink drink.

The grenadine also adds a fine sweetness to the orange juice. This reduces some of that tart acid taste of the citrus fruit and balances out the drink. Actually, if you skip the tequila, the Virgin Sunrise is a perfect way to sweeten up your morning OJ. And, whether you serve it with or without the tequila, this is a fabulous addition to your brunch table.

What You'll Need

• 4 ounces orange juice
• 2 ounces tequila
• 1/2 ounce grenadine
• Orange slice for garnish
• Maraschino cherry for garnish

How to Make It

1. Pour the tequila and the orange juice into a highball glass with ice cubes.
2. Stir.
3. Slowly pour the grenadine around the inside edge of the glass. It will sink and slowly rise to mix with the other ingredients naturally.
4. Garnish with the orange slice and cherry.

Tip: The tequila in either Tequila Sunrise recipe does not have to be your best - save that for the Margarita. Instead, choose a decent, budget-friendly blanco tequila and you will have a great tasting drink.

The Original Tequila Sunrise

The Tequila Sunrise started out as a tequila, creme de cassis, lime, and club soda drink. At some point, it was simplified or completely altered (depending on how you look at it) to the recipe above. The one constant has always been the visual 'sunrise' effect and the tequila.

What is creme de cassis? It is a blackcurrant liqueur with a deep red color that is used in a few cocktails, most famously with wine in the Kir and Vermouth Cassis. It does, however, work very well with tequila (actually better than with most of the base liquors) and while you have a bottle open you should also mix up the Chimayo and El Diablo cocktails.

If you're tired of the heavy orange of the modern Tequila Sunrise, give this original recipe a try. It is considerably more refreshing and you will be presently surprised at its taste. It's actually hard to believe that it was ever replaced in the bar.

To make this drink, pour 1 1/2 ounces tequila and the juice of 1/2 lime into a collins glass filled with ice. Top with club soda, then pour 3/4 ounce creme de cassis into the drink. Garnish with a lime wheel and maraschino cherry.

History of the Tequila Sunrise

There are a few stories behind the origin of the Tequila Sunrise. As with most cocktail histories, things get a little, shall we say, cloudy at times and it's hard to know which story to believe. In all likelihood, the Arizona Hotel and Trident Restaurant stories are the most plausible.

• One story claims that it was used to welcome tourists to Cancun and Acapulco in the 1950s.

• Another story gives credit to Gene Sulit who tended bar at the Arizona Hotel in the 1930s and 40s.
• Another attributes it to Bobby Lazoff and Billy Rice who were bartending during the tequila craze of the 1970s at Trident Restaurant in Sausalito, California. It is said that this is where the drink may have turned into the popular orange juice version.

How Strong is the Tequila Sunrise?

Let's assume that we use an 80-proof tequila and that we mix both of these Tequila Sunrise recipes to create a 7-ounce drink. With this, we can estimate the alcohol content of the drinks:

• Modern Tequila Sunrise - 11% ABV (22 proof)
• Original Tequila Sunrise - 11% ABV (22 proof)

As you can see, they equal out. This is because the modern recipe (as written) uses a 2-ounce pour of tequila and that makes up for the cassis used with 1 1/2 ounces of tequila in the original recipe.

Of course, you can pour as much tequila or as little juice/soda as you like in either drink to make it stronger or weaker. No matter how you pour it, the Tequila Sunrise is almost always a rather mild cocktail.

More Sunrise Cocktails

The signature 'sunrise' effect of the Tequila Sunrise has inspired countless drinks over the years. If you enjoy that touch of sweetness and the beautiful impression it leaves in your glass, give one of these recipes a try.

• Firefly - Vodka and grapefruit pair with grenadine for a simple, tart drink.
• Grenada - Switch out the orange for grapefruit and keep the tequila and grenadine.
• Jack-O-Lantern - Jack Daniel's, mint, Chambord. it all comes together in this fun cocktail.

• Peach Candy Corn Cocktail - A playful vodka cocktail that's ideal for Halloween.
• Ruby Rum Sunrise - A tart rum drink with grapefruit juice.
• Sour Sunrise - Break out the Maker's Mark Bourbon for this fancy little cocktail.
• Sparkling Peach Sunrise - A delicate mocktail featuring peach juice.
• Tequila Sunrise Margarita - Yes, there is a margarita for everything and this blended beauty is quite fun.
• Waterloo Sunset - Super fancy, this drink mixes gin, elderflower, and Champagne with a raspberry sunrise.

Tequila Sunrise cocktail

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The Tequila Sunrise is another orange juice based cocktail, like the Screwdriver, the Orange Blossom and the Harvey Wallbanger. The long-standing appeal of these drinks is actually the orange juice – it hydrates your body and provides Vitamin C to prevent or reduce hangover effects, but you still get your alcohol kick, too.

They’re a great choice to serve guests who are just social drinkers, but they’re equally popular with more dedicated drinkers. The flavor is orange and berry, which is a generally likable combination, even for people who don’t like tequila. (If you have a guest who really doesn’t like tequila, serve them the Vodka Sunrise, which is virtually the same drink, only with the less flavorful vodka in place of the tequila.)

The Tequila Sunrise gets its name from the visual effect of the grenadine dropping to the bottom, then slowly rising. That gives it a red layer at the bottom that slowly blends into an orange layer. This method of dropping the grenadine in slowly is actually the easiest way to get the effect of a layered cocktail.

Tequila Sunrise Recipe

• 4 ounces orange juice (fresh squeezed is preferred)
• 2 ounces white tequila
• 1/2 ounce grenadine

Put ice cubes into a highball glass. Pour in the tequila followed by the orange juice. Now slowly pour the grenadine straight down the middle, so it sinks to the bottom. Optionally garnish with a citrus wedge or sliver of orange peel. If you find it difficult to pour slowly, here are some suggestions:

• Use a pour spout over the bottle.
• Pour as thin a stream as you can get out of the bottle over the back of a spoon, a technique we covered here with video, photos and instructions.
• Pour your grenadine into a paper cup, crease the brim of the cup, and pour slowly at the crease.

The Tequila Sunrise Cocktail

The Tequila Sunrise Cocktail is a very popular long drink perfect for hot summer days thanks to its refreshing qualities and fruity flavors. The cocktail can be prepared in two ways, but there are many other variations as well, which change the alcohol composition, or even that of its liquid companions. This mixed drink was invented by Gene Sulit at the bar of the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, some time during the 1930s-1940s.

Tequila Sunrise Cocktail picture

The name of the cocktail was suggested to its inventor by the drink’s final colors, which reminded him of a sunrise. As the denser ingredients of the drink settle on the bottom of the glass, the lighter ones stay at the surface and form a layered composition in the orange and yellow colors of the sunrise. The original version of the Tequila Sunrise cocktail, the one invented by Gene Sulit, contains the following ingredients: tequila, creme de cassis, soda water and lime juice. The other version, which is much more popular, contains ingredients like tequila, grenadine syrup and orange juice. It was invented by Billy Rice and Bobby Lazoff in the 1970s at the Trident restaurant, located in Sausalito, California.

Because it is considered a long drink in the official International Bartenders’ Association list, the Tequila Sunrise cocktail is usually served in a highball glass. However, you may find it in various types of glasses depending on the location. Here is how this mixed drink is usually prepared, and the ingredient quantities:

• 45 ml tequila
• 90 ml orange juice
• 15 ml grenadine juice

You take the highball glass and fill it with ice, and then you pour the tequila and the orange juice over it. The next step is to pour the grenadine juice gently, and wait for it to settle on the bottom of the glass. Under any circumstances you mustn’t stir the mixture, otherwise the whole gradual effect of the drink is lost, and you can no longer call it a Tequila Sunrise. The glass can be garnished with a slice of orange, a maraschino cherry, or even a slice of lime. Finally, here are some of the variations of Tequila Sunrise cocktail which you can have:

• Tequila Sunset – the grenadine is replaced by dark rum or blackberry brandy;
• Vodka Sunrise – The tequila is replaced by vodka;
• Southern Sunrise – Southern Comfort instead of tequila;
• Astronaut Sunrise – the orange juice is replaced by Tang;
• Florida Sunrise – the same amounts of orange juice and pineapple juice are used;
• Red Sea Sunrise – tequila is replaced by Sprite or lemonade in this non-alcoholic version;
• Enamorada Sunrise – the grenadine syrup is replaced by Campari.

Tequila Sunrise Cocktail Recipe

Like the changing colors of a sunrise, the beauty of this cocktail is it’s ability to change flavors as you progressively sip it to it’s conclusion hence the name Tequila Sunrise.

The look of the drink itself can remind you of the first time you sat awake staring off into the distance watching the ball of fire creep over the horizon. Each color does in fact represent a different ingredient holding it’s set of unique sweet tastes but also masking the harsh impact of straight tequila.

It’s believed to have originated in the paradise cities of Cancun and Acapulco and gained popularity in the 70’s. Try one the next time you’re visiting a Caribbean city or spend a day relaxing by the beach.

When making a Tequila Sunrise follow the directions carefully as it calls for a quick pour of Grenadine to allow it create the presentation you’re looking for.

• ½ Ounce Grenadine
• 1 Ounce Tequila
• Orange Juice
• Cherry for Garnish

1. Add ice to a highball glass first.
2. Add the Tequila and fill with Orange Juice leaving enough room for ½ Ounce Grenadine.
3. Pour the ½ Ounce Grenadine by quickly turning the bottle up to pour in a swift motion and pouring onto the side of the glass and quickly returning the bottle back to a non-pouring position to create the "sunrise" effect.

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A New Take on the Tequila Sunrise

Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks

I wanted to make a version of the classic cocktail that doesn't cause a headache (or cavities) from its overwhelming sweetness. The key rests in ditching grenadine and going the DIY route.

In theory, there shouldn't be anything wrong with a Tequila Sunrise, an oft-maligned cocktail you might remember best from that time you mistakenly drank one in 1985. A mix of tequila, orange juice, sparkling wine, and grenadine, the drink sounds pretty dang good on paper. But there is something seriously wrong. The problem? Most store-bought grenadine is downright terrible, so sticky-sweet and packed with high-fructose corn syrup that it more closely resembles melted-down Jolly Ranchers than anything that once came from a pomegranate.

But the tequila, orange juice, and sparkling wine part? There's something great there.

My solution? It's called the Mezcal Sunset—a drink that packs all the deliciousness of its more famous cocktail cousin without any of the swim-up bar stigma.

First, I swap out tequila for mezcal, its smoky alter ego that boasts the freshness of an agave-based syrup with the complexity of a fine Scotch. The orange juice and sparkling wine go unchanged.

Now, about that grenadine bit. Sure, you could sub in pomegranate molasses—a thick, syrup-y concoction that actually tastes of the fruit that shares its name—but the stuff's expensive and might go unused in your kitchen unless you cook Middle Eastern dishes frequently. So I made my own version by combining equal parts pomegranate juice and sugar and cooking the mixture down until it's reduced to a slightly viscous, deep-red liquid. No chemicals, no artificial sweeteners—just great pomegranate flavor.

The result is something as beautiful to behold as is it delicious to drink, the pomegranate syrup sinking past the ice cubes and all the way to the bottom of the glass like a #nofilter Instagram sunset.

And you can't help but wonder why you didn't think of reinventing this drink sooner.

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Ingredients

• 50ml/2fl oz tequila
• fresh orange juice, to top up
• 1 tbsp grenadine

• orange slice
• 1 maraschino cherry

Pour the tequila into a highball glass filled with ice and top up with fresh orange juice. Pour the grenadine in down the side of the glass so that it sinks to the bottom.

To serve, garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.

Tequila sunrise cocktail

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

The Tequila Sunrise Cocktail

A 70s Drink with Far Out Flavor

• 1½ ounces silver tequila (something made with 100% Agave is best; I like Jose Cuervo Tradicional, but Jose Cuervo Especial, with only 51% agave, is less expensive and works OK)
• 3 ounces fresh-squeezed OJ (may substitute pre-made, but fresh-squeezed has better color and flavor)
• ½ ounce Homemade Grenadine (may substitute store bought)
• orange wheel or wedge and/or maraschino cherry for garnish (optional)

Procedure

1. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, and add the tequila and OJ, and briefly stir to mix (stirring is optional; the two will combine soon enough).
2. Pour in the grenadine. It usually forms the “sunrise” effect immediately, but if necessary gently (and minimally) stir until you achieve a gradient of colors that you like.
3. Garnish with optional orange wheel or wedge and/or a maraschino cherry. A little umbrella is also nice.

To serve the drink “up” in a cocktail glass:

1. Add the tequila and OJ to an ice-filled cocktail shaker and shake well.
2. Strain into a large cocktail glass.
3. Pour in the grenadine, and gently stir until the grenadine forms the “sunrise” effect. (Or pour grenadine into the glass first, then carefully strain the OJ/Tequila mixture over it.)
4. I often don’t garnish this drink when serving it in a cocktail glass, but you can garnish with an orange wheel and/or maraschino cherry if you like.

• Store-bought grenadine pales in comparison to that which you make yourself. More info in my post on Homemade Grenadine.
• The earliest version of the Tequila Sunrise didn’t include orange juice. Instead, it was made with tequila, lime juice, crème de cassis (a red liqueur made from black currants), usually grenadine, and often topped off with a bit of seltzer. I’ve also seen references to versions that skipped the grenadine and substituted lemon juice for the lime juice. Sounds like a pretty good drink either way, although I haven’t tried making it (I don’t have crème de cassis, and even though I’m dedicated to researching for the blog, I decided to forgo buying a bottle just to try this obscure version of the drink — a first for me, I admit).
• I’ve seen suggestions that the original drink was invented in Tijuana. I’ve also seen reports saying it was invented at the Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. As is so often the case with cocktails, the true origin of this one is unclear.
• But the current version of the drink (our version) definitely belongs to the 1970s. And it became internationally known because of the 1973 song “Tequila Sunrise” by The Eagles.
• You know, “It’s another tequila sunrise/Starin’ slowly ‘cross the sky . . .”
• This drink was all the rage for much of a decade, then mostly disappeared. Except maybe on cruise ships. Nowadays when people want a drink with tequila, they usually order a Margarita.
• This cocktail contains lots of orange juice, so it might make a good brunch drink. At the very least, you’ll probably get grins from guests who are tired of the usual Bloody Marys and Mimosas.

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52 comments:

I am hysterically laughing at all of your groovy 70's references! I still can't go to sleep without the occasional "G'night, John-Boy" :-)

Hi Kristy, this post was a blast to write. ;-) The Tequila Sunrise is a nice drink - it should become more popular again. Thanks for your comment.

Oh my, the colors are absolutely stunning! Oh yes, I want one too! You two are one great couple, I am still giggling over your post! :) Thanks, it made me feel very . happy! :)

Hi Marina, Mrs K R and I have lots of fun — the posts where she's included pretty accurately reflect that. Thanks for the kind words, and the comment.

Great fun post! And I've never had one with fresh oj which sounds really good. And I do have creme de cassis. I used to use it to make Kir which was also back in the day. Peace.

Hi This is How I Cook, I remember Kirs. It's been ages (the 90s) since I've had one. Good drink. Thanks for stopping by!

Your pictures and description makes me want one of these right now. It's gorgeous in that tall Collins glass. I must check out your homemade grenadine too :)

Hi Biren, it's a pretty drink - tastes pretty good, too. You'd enjoy it. Thanks for your comment.

Love this. Well, almost anything with Tequila is a winner in my book. Great post!

Hi everdaymaven, tequila is good stuff, though it can be a bit rough. But properly tamed, it's superb. Thanks for your comment.

You're right, this took me on a trip down memory lane. I haven't heard them mentioned in eons. But you can not deny the beauty of the creature. They definitely look like a glorious sunrise.

Hi Suzanne, an oldie but a goodie! It's actually a decent drink and wroth drinking on its own, but for the memories? Priceless. Thanks for your comment.

Your pictures are just gorgeous! I was just outside, and it was deceivingly cloudy, but SO hot. I would be up for this!

Hi Cathleen, it's hot across so much of the US at the moment. And this is indeed a nice, cool antidote to the heat! Thanks for the kind words, and the comment.

I've actually never sipped one of these. But I do love the old Eagles song of the similar name. ;)

Hi Carolyn, it's a fun drink. If you ever throw a 70s party, you'll have a drink to match the music. ;-) Thanks for your comment.

I feel old fashioned when I drink one of these but I do like them. Borderline girly but good. :)

Hi Maureen, ;-) This is a borderline girly drink, particularly when garnished with an umbrella. But as you say, it's pretty good. Thanks for your comment.

I love the colours in this drink, always a stunning picture. I really want to try making this drink with the homemade grenadine, I seen that post as well, and never realized it was so simple to make. Great post thanks for sharing.

Hi Alessandra, it's one of the prettier drinks I know. Flavor is decent too - what a combo! Thanks for your comment.

The picture had me my friend - I officially hire you as my drinks maker during my 18th ;)

You are stunningly talented!

Hi Choc Chip Uru, I'd be delighted to be your drinks maker when you're legally able to drink! Thanks for the kind words, and the comment.

I am not a fan of the tequila sunrise, mainly because I am not a fan of tequila. but your photos are stunning and immediately made me want to try one! . Will have to wait for Dry July to be over and I may have to scour your archives for a worthy celebration drink!

Hi Ali, I admire what you're doing this July. Either the Champagne Cocktail or the Bellini would be pretty celebratory, although if you want something with a bit more kick to it, there are plenty of other worthy drinks out there. Thanks for your comment.

I was introduced to the tequila sunrise in the 90s. It was one of my first 'legal' drinks! I didn't know about the other, original, version with no orange juice. I love the color of the orange juice, though.

Hi Lisa, I didn't know about the earlier version either, until I started doing some research on the drink. I don't think it really ever caught on, unlike the current OJ version. Thanks for your comment.

I want that right now! So summery, colorful and beautiful.

Hi Rosa, well, I think you should have one right now! :-) Thanks for taking time to comment.

Oh how wonderful to learn that the 24th is National Tequila Day! Great reason to make a beautiful drink like this! All the social events going on, drink recipes are perfect toward the weekend! I definitely love your black background photo. The bright colors just stand out beautifully!!

Hi Nami, I'm such a sucker for black backgrounds - they do make the subject pop. Besides, they focus attention on the drink or food, which is what's really important! Thanks for your comment.

Love the bright colours of this cocktail! Very cheerful and summery!

Hi Zoe, I agree - this has summer written all over it. Really fun drink. Thanks for your comment.

I can dig it. You are rocking the cocktails. Is it sad to say I loved the movie of the same name? Ya, forget I said that.

Hi Kim, ;-) I don't think I've ever actually seen that movie. I should check it out on Netflix. Thanks for your comment.

Didn't know about the 24th, but now I am definitely going to be ordering a Tequila Sunrise on the 24th! I'll be with some people that will remember this drink! Or maybe not. :) I didn't know there was earlier version. It sounds good too! Your pictures look just like the ones I use to drink. Thanks for the stroll down memory lane.

Hi MJ, they'll definitely remember it when they see it - who could forget it? Thanks for your comment.

I remember the 70s and I remember this drink. They are so good.

Hi Words of Deliciousness, they are really good, aren't they? Thanks for taking time to comment.

Oh no, I yelled "John boy" & "right on!" AND I do know this drink for sure:-) I love your addition of your homemade grenadine, that would make it outta sight my friend:-) Take care, Terra

Hi Terra, ;-) The 70s were a hoot. And the homemade grenadine really does make this drink far out! Thanks for the comment.

I remember the movie with Mel Gibson and Michelle Pfeiffer. What a great drink. Don't you just love the colour of it. Stunning xx

Hi Hotly Spiced, I need to see that movie - not sure I actually ever saw it. And I agree the color is wonderful. Thanks for your comment.

Oh my, even though I don't really like tequila, your photos are so amazing that I really want Yuye to make this for me now. :P Look at that fantastic colour! I'm mesmerised!

Hi Jenny, this drink is all about color - and it's one of the prettiest I know. So much fun to drink for that reason. Thanks for the comment.

This is such a stunning cocktail! Tequila isn't my favorite, but I think I'd enjoy this cocktail anyway. Beautiful photos!

Hi Jeanne, unless you really dislike the flavor of tequila, you'd probably enjoy it in this drink (the flavor of the tequila is toned down considerably, although you certainly still taste it). It is really pretty, isn't it? Thanks for your comment.

YUM! I'm loving the look of this one. I think I need to put my partner in touch with you so that when I return home on a Friday evening he can have one of these waiting for me! :)

Hi Amanda, it's a fun drink, and so colorful. Perfect way to start the weekend! Thanks for your comment.

Great pics, great post. I am going to add this to my Mouth Watering Mondays post this Monday. Come on over to see it at www.noshingwiththenolands.com Cheers, Tara

Hi Tara, I' delighted you've chosen this to include in your Mouth Watering Mondays post this week. Thank you. And thanks for taking time to comment.

Super groovy! Now that I know what's in a Tequila Sunrise, I'm more likely to drink it! I'm a little younger so this drink always reminds me of the movie, with the same name. when Mel Gibson was hot and before he lost his marbles!

Hi FamilySpice, I really need to check out that movie! It's a good drink - certainly worth trying. Thanks for your comment.

Teal-quila Sunrise

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About The Teal-quila Sunrise Cocktail

This fun, summer take on the Tequila Sunrise knocks out the grenadine for homemade raspberry syrup (don’t worry, it’s easy!) and a dash of blue curaçao for a drink that’s as tasty as it is colorful.

Ingredients in The Teal-quila Sunrise Cocktail

How to make The Teal-quila Sunrise Cocktail

Pour the syrup into a Highball glass and fill with crushed ice.

Add the rest of the ingredients to a shaker with ice, and shake until chilled.

Strain over the crushed ice.

Garnish with a lemon twist and raspberry.

*Raspberry syrup: In a small glass, muddle 6 raspberries. Add 6 oz simple syrup and stir. Fine-strain into a separate glass to remove the seeds.

Tequila Sunrise Cocktail

Mix tequila and orange juice in a glass, then pour in Grenadine GENTLY so that it falls to the bottom.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 parts Tequila
• 4 parts Orange juice
• 1/2 part Grenadine

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Leave some comments about the Tequila Sunrise

I made the drink by adding grenadine and a twist of lemon first. Twirled the mix at the bottom of a tall glass and then added the orange juice and lastly the alcohol. This ensured the colour was dark red at the bottom and light at the top. TRY

This cocktail was very popular at my cocktail party.

by Teresa Geraghty

is it pure orange an were would ya get at grenadine

i agree with Julie`s husband, i always put 2 parts of tequila + rest of ingredients and then it tases awsome. highly recommended.

I Absoutley Love This Drink.

by Matthew Tansley

This coctail is very nice, the genidine makes the drink, the more you add the sweeter it tastes. My husband said that more tequila should be added.

If i make a lot of this drink hoe long will it last? i mean will it spoil? =)

I love this drink! my dad made it for me today and i thought i'd died and gone to heaven!

i first discovered this cocktail in a bar in greece , its the best cocktail ever i love it soo much they used to do it in jugs at a local night club so i used to just buy two of those and drink the lot fantastic cocktails

This is a favorite cocktail of mine and I will recomend it to anyone. It is awsomely refreshing and damn good! :-)

Reminds me of my days in Tijuana!

by Dick Aldrich

Famous for god knows what reason, borin and pointless. favoured by people who dnt really know many cocktails

by Michael Craig

i love Tequila sunrise i have it all the time when i go on holiday and i go out with my friends

If you're strapped for tequila, vodka works as well, although it gives a different taste, also try just a pinch of suger for added sweetness

fantastic drink, gotta be a tequila fan thoto ensure grenadine gets to bottom of glass, pour it down the side of the glas or a straw, makes a nice colour fade. :)

by newbie bartender

ive had this drink before but cant remember what it tastes like-enough said

First tried this drink at a resort in Goa India. This drink is the best cocktail I have tasted in years.

Just Love this drink! Sweet and hits the spot after a hard days work.

This is a Blinder of a drink for them summer nights! Have one. . . . :)