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Corona Sunrise

A refreshing tequila-based cocktail that captures the essence of a tropical escape with stunning layered colors and bright citrus flavors. This drink combines tequila, lime, orange liqueur, and grenadine for a visually beautiful and delicious cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces tequila silver or blanco
  • 0.75 ounces fresh lime juice about half a lime
  • 0.5 ounces orange liqueur Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • 0.5 ounces simple syrup
  • 0.5 ounces grenadine
  • Ice cubes enough to fill the glass
  • 4 ounces Corona or light lager beer optional, for garnish rim or topping
  • Lime wheel or wedge for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
  • Bar spoon or long-handled mixing spoon
  • Jigger for measuring spirits
  • Highball glass or tall cocktail glass
  • Citrus juicer or hand juicer
  • Strainer
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Fill your highball glass completely with fresh ice cubes. This keeps your drink cold throughout sipping and prevents the drink from becoming diluted too quickly.
  2. Cut your limes in half and juice them into a small bowl or directly into your jigger to measure 0.75 ounces of fresh lime juice.
  3. Pour 1.5 ounces of silver tequila into your cocktail shaker.
  4. Measure and add 0.5 ounces of orange liqueur and 0.5 ounces of simple syrup into the shaker with your tequila.
  5. Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker.
  6. Add ice to your shaker and seal it tightly, then shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty.
  7. Using a strainer, pour the mixed cocktail over the ice in your highball glass.
  8. Slowly pour 0.5 ounces of grenadine down the back of a bar spoon so it gently settles to the bottom of the glass, creating the beautiful sunset color gradient.
  9. Place a lime wheel or wedge on the rim of the glass and serve immediately. If desired, pour a splash of Corona beer over the top for extra flavor.

Notes

The secret to perfect layering is pouring the grenadine slowly over the back of a bar spoon, which breaks its fall and allows it to settle gently to the bottom. Use quality silver tequila and always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Serve immediately for the most vibrant colors and coldest temperature.