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This one’s a summer icon. The Tropical Sunrise Glow is a layered beauty with vibrant orange and red tones that mimic a sunrise in your glass. With a sweet citrus base and a bold tequila kick, it’s the kind of cocktail that looks impressive but takes just a few simple ingredients to master. It’s a go-to for sunset sipping and effortless summer style.
🍹 Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila (blanco or gold)
- 4 oz Orange Juice (fresh is best)
- 0.75 oz Grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Pineapple wedge, maraschino cherry
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes all the way to the top.
- Pour in 2 oz tequila and 4 oz orange juice. Stir gently to mix.
- Slowly pour 0.75 oz grenadine over the back of a spoon — it will sink and create a red base.
- Let the gradient settle without stirring.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the glowing sunrise effect as it slowly blends.
💡 Tips & Notes
- Use 100% orange juice for a brighter flavor.
- Add a splash of soda water if you want to lighten it up.
- For a sweeter twist, mix in a dash of peach schnapps or mango juice.
- Make it a mocktail: swap tequila with sparkling water or orange soda.