Tequila Sunrise cocktail in a highball glass — Orange juice

Tequila Sunrise Cocktail Recipe

fruity layered sweet

tequila, orange juice, grenadine

History

The modern Tequila Sunrise—tequila, orange juice, and a float of grenadine—was created in the early 1970s by Bobby Lozoff at the Trident in Sausalito, California. An earlier 1930s version (with crème de cassis) existed in Arizona, but the layered orange-and-red drink we know today took off after Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones ordered it in 1972 and carried it on tour. The Eagles’ 1973 song sealed its status as a 1970s icon. Simple, colorful, and unapologetically fun—still one of the most recognizable highballs in the world.

Ingredients

tequila 2 oz

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orange juice 4 oz

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grenadine 0.5 oz

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How to make

Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add tequila and orange juice, stir.
Slowly pour grenadine to create the 'sunrise' layer.
Garnish with orange slice and cherry.

Glassware

Highball

Built for long drinks with ice and a mixer — keeps the pour cold and easy to top up.

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Tequila Sunrise FAQ

What ingredients are in a Tequila Sunrise?

A Tequila Sunrise is made with tequila, orange juice, and grenadine. Amounts and pantry matching are in the ingredients list on this page.

How do you make a Tequila Sunrise?

Fill a highball glass with ice. Add tequila and orange juice, stir. Slowly pour grenadine to create the 'sunrise' layer. Garnish with orange slice and cherry.

What glass do you serve a Tequila Sunrise in?

Serve a Tequila Sunrise in a Highball. Built for long drinks with ice and a mixer — keeps the pour cold and easy to top up.

Can I make a Tequila Sunrise with bottles I already own?

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