Cherry Tequila Sunrise Cocktail
A colorful and refreshing twist on the classic Tequila Sunrise, combining blanco tequila, fresh orange juice, and cherry grenadine for a sweet and citrusy layered cocktail.
Equipment
- Highball glass or collins glass
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Small pitcher or mixing glass
- Long straw
- Ice cube tray
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 4 oz freshly squeezed orange juice or good store-bought
- 0.5 oz grenadine syrup or pomegranate syrup
- Ice cubes
- 1 orange slice for garnish
- 1 maraschino cherry for garnish
- Soda water optional, for topping
Instructions
- Fill a highball or Collins glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the tequila.
- Add orange juice slowly.
- Gently pour grenadine down the side so it sinks.
- Optional: top with soda water.
- Garnish with orange slice and maraschino cherry.
- Serve immediately without stirring.
Notes
Fresh orange juice gives the best flavor. Reduce grenadine for less sweetness, or mix with soda water. Chill the glass before serving to keep it cold longer.