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a tequila sunrise cocktail on a wooden table next to a bowl of cherries and a lime
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5 from 2 votes

Tequila Sunrise For One

Discover how to make the perfect Tequila Sunrise! This easy recipe blends tequila, orange juice, and grenadine for a beautiful and delicious cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegetarian
Keyword: cocktail, tequila, tequila sunrise
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

  • Tall glass

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ ounces tequila
  • ¾ ounce triple sec
  • ½ ounce lime juice
  • 2 ½ ounces orange juice
  • ice
  • ½ ounce grenadine
  • Optional: Maraschino cherries for garnish
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Instructions

  • Mix together tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and orange juice in a glass.
  • Fill a different glass with ice and pour in the grenadine.
  • Pour in the tequila and orange juice mixture.
    Do not stir and enjoy!

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Notes

  • If the Tequila Sunrise is too sweet for your taste, add a bit more lime juice to balance it out.
  • Try different types of tequila to see how each one changes the flavor of the cocktail.
  • Avoid stirring the cocktail after adding the grenadine to maintain the "sunrise" effect.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

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