Tequila Sunrise Recipe Card
Written by Try out this simple Tequila Sunrise recipe! Made with tequila, orange juice, and a splash of grenadine, it's the perfect summer drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 220
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 4 oz fresh orange juice
- ½ oz grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice and Maraschino Cherry - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour 2 oz Tequila into the glass.
- Add 4 oz fresh orange juice.
- Slowly pour ½ oz grenadine into the glass, allowing it to settle at the bottom.
- Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: I've used white rum when I don't have tequila on hand. It gives a different flavor profile but still tastes great.
- Orange Juice: Freshly squeezed is best, but in a pinch, store-bought works. If you want a twist, use blood orange juice for a richer color and taste.
- Grenadine: If you're out of grenadine, a mix of pomegranate juice and simple syrup can work as a replacement.
Making a Pitcher of Hot Toddy:
- Scale: For a pitcher serving 8, you'll need 16 oz of whiskey, 32 oz of hot water, 8 tablespoons of honey, and 8 lemon slices.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine whiskey, hot water, and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.
- Serve: Pour into individual mugs, add a lemon slice to each, and serve while hot.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute or sparkling water for the base.
- Proceed As Usual: Use the non-alcoholic substitute instead of tequila and follow the original steps for a refreshing non-alcoholic version.