INGREDIENTS:

• Ice
• ¼ cup tequila
• ¼ cup grapefruit juice
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grenadine

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Pour the tequila over the ice.
3. Add the grapefruit juice and orange juice to the glass.
4. Slowly pour the grenadine into the glass, letting it settle to the bottom.
5. Do not stir, as the grenadine will create a gradient effect.
6. Serve and enjoy your Sunrise Tequila Cocktail!

VARATIONS OF SUNRISE TEQUILA COCKTAIL:

1. Tropical Twist:

• Replace grapefruit juice with pineapple juice for a sweeter tropical flavor.
• Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry.

2. Berry Burst:

• Use mixed berry juice (such as raspberry, blackberry, and blueberry) instead of grapefruit juice.
• Garnish with a skewer of mixed berries like raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.

3. Mango Sunrise:

• Swap grapefruit juice for mango juice for a fruity and exotic twist.
• Garnish with a mango slice or a twist of lime.

4. Pomegranate Sunrise:

• Replace grapefruit juice with pomegranate juice for a tangy and vibrant variation.
• Garnish with pomegranate arils for an extra burst of flavor.

5. Citrus Explosion:

• Use a mixture of various citrus juices such as grapefruit, orange, lemon, and lime.
• Garnish with a slice of citrus wheel.

6. Spicy Tequila Sunrise:

• Add a splash of jalapeno-infused tequila for a spicy kick.
• Garnish with a slice of jalapeno or a chili salt rim.

7. Coconut Sunrise:

• Mix coconut water with orange juice and tequila for a refreshing tropical flavor.
• Garnish with a toasted coconut rim.

8. Strawberry Kiwi Sunrise:

• Use strawberry and kiwi juices along with the tequila and orange juice.
• Garnish with a strawberry slice and a kiwi wheel.

9. Watermelon Sunrise:

• Replace grapefruit juice with watermelon juice for a juicy and refreshing taste.
• Garnish with a small watermelon wedge.

10. Minty Tequila Sunrise:

• Muddle a few fresh mint leaves with the tequila before adding the other ingredients.
• Garnish with a mint sprig for a hint of freshness.

11. Lavender Sunrise:

• Infuse the tequila with dried lavender flowers for a floral twist.
• Use lavender syrup instead of grenadine for a subtle lavender hue and flavor.
• Garnish with a fresh lavender sprig.

12. Honeydew Melon Sunrise:

• Swap grapefruit juice with honeydew melon juice for a light and refreshing taste.
• Garnish with a honeydew melon ball or cube.

13. Raspberry Lime Tequila Sunrise:

• Combine raspberry and lime juices with tequila and orange juice.
• Garnish with a lime wheel and a few fresh raspberries.

14. Ginger Sunrise:

• Add a splash of ginger liqueur or ginger syrup for a spicy kick.
• Garnish with a slice of candied ginger.

15. Peach Sunrise:

• Use peach nectar or peach juice in place of grapefruit juice.
• Garnish with a peach slice or a twist of orange.

16. Cherry Limeade Tequila Sunrise:

• Mix cherry juice with lime juice, tequila, and orange juice.
• Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a lime wedge.

17. Pineapple Coconut Sunrise:

• Combine pineapple juice and coconut water with tequila and orange juice.
• Garnish with a pineapple leaf or a slice of toasted coconut.

18. Blueberry Mint Sunrise:

• Infuse the tequila with fresh mint leaves for a burst of minty flavor.
• Mix blueberry juice with tequila and orange juice.
• Garnish with a sprig of mint and a few fresh blueberries.