Description
Sipping sunset hues, Tequila Sunset cocktail brings Mexican flair to summer gatherings with its gradient of orange, red, and deep grenadine. Crimson layers cascade over ice, promising refreshing tropical flavors that dance between sweet and tangy spirits.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) tequila (blanco or reposado)
Fruit Juices and Mixers:
- 4 ounces (120 milliliters) orange juice
Syrup and Garnishes:
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice
- Maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Chill a tall glass thoroughly with an abundance of ice cubes, ensuring maximum coolness for the cocktail.
- Pour tequila smoothly into the icy vessel, followed by fresh, vibrant orange juice, using a long bar spoon to blend the liquid components gently and evenly.
- Execute the signature sunset gradient by carefully cascading rich, crimson grenadine along the inner glass wall, allowing it to delicately sink and create a mesmerizing stratified visual effect from deep ruby to bright citrus.
- Elevate the presentation by delicately positioning a ripe orange wheel on the glass rim and nestling a glossy maraschino cherry beside it, transforming the drink into a visually stunning tropical libation.
- Serve immediately while the layers remain distinct, inviting the drinker to appreciate both the aesthetic and flavor complexity of this vibrant cocktail.
Notes
- Chill ingredients beforehand for a more refreshing cocktail that blends smoothly and maintains optimal temperature.
- Use fresh-squeezed orange juice instead of store-bought for a brighter, more vibrant flavor profile that elevates the entire drink.
- Pour grenadine carefully and slowly along the inside of the glass to achieve a perfect gradient sunset effect without mixing the layers prematurely.
- Swap tequila with non-alcoholic silver tequila alternative for a mocktail version that keeps the stunning visual presentation while being suitable for all ages.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg