| ABV | Technique | Glass | 용량 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11% | BUILD | HIGHBALL | 160ml |
What is Tequila Sunrise?
Tequila Sunrise is a visually stunning cocktail made with tequila, featuring an ABV of around 13%. The red gradient created by grenadine syrup sinking beneath orange juice resembles a sunrise, giving this cocktail its name. Sweet and fruity, it's perfect for cocktail beginners and a crowd favorite at parties due to its beautiful presentation.
Tequila Sunrise ABV
Tequila Sunrise has an ABV of approximately 11-14%, which is moderate among cocktails. Although it uses tequila (40% ABV), the orange juice dilutes the alcohol to a level similar to wine.
Tequila Sunrise Ingredients
- 45ml - Tequila
- 90ml - Orange Juice
- 15ml - Grenadine Syrup
Tequila Sunrise Recipe
- Fill a highball glass with ice, then pour in 45ml tequila and 90ml orange juice.
- Slowly pour 15ml grenadine syrup to let it sink naturally and create a gradient.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Do not stir the grenadine after pouring to maintain the beautiful sunrise effect.
Tequila Sunrise Taste
The first sip of Tequila Sunrise delivers bright orange citrus notes, followed by tequila's distinctive agave flavor with a slightly peppery finish. The sweet pomegranate flavor of grenadine syrup wraps everything in a smooth, fruity embrace.
Recommended for those who love fruity cocktails and want to try tequila for the first time, or anyone seeking a sweet yet refreshing drink. If you want something more colorful and sweeter than a Screwdriver, this is an excellent choice.
Tequila Sunrise History
Tequila Sunrise is believed to have originated in the 1930s, either in Tijuana, Mexico, or Phoenix, Arizona. However, the modern recipe we know today was perfected in the early 1970s at Trident Bar in Sausalito, California.
The cocktail gained worldwide fame in 1972 when the Rolling Stones enjoyed it during their American tour. It became a pop culture icon in 1973 when the Eagles released their song "Tequila Sunrise."
