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William Smith’s Avatar William Smith
8th August at 01:26
This was my drink, when I was 20. Now,.when I want something orangey and tequila-ey, I prefer a Cactus Banger.
Chris Dimal’s Avatar Chris Dimal
27th May at 15:39
As much as it is probably much better than the original version, this is rather underwhelming. Feels like a Screwdriver with Tequila when it feels like it would be a lot more. I feel like the Agua Caliente Sunrise is still the winner.
Massimo Cremieux’s Avatar Massimo Cremieux
14th April at 18:12
It happened orange juice was not enough. So I add Mango juice. Can be a good idea but needs more lime juice.
2nd January at 23:52
For me, it's just a waste of tequila. Just drink a regular screwdriver and save some money on your booze.

Oranges (IMHO) do not pair well with tequila. With oranges it tastes just like vodka (unlike grapefruits or limes)
Avery Garnett’s Avatar Avery Garnett
11th May 2024 at 18:29
Sweet tequila and orange juice. Not a fan.
13th January 2024 at 15:34
Not being a fan of tequila, I recently came across the concept of a limoncello sunrise, using limoncello instead of tequila. I surprised myself by liking it.
13th January 2024 at 15:38
Edit: I'd be interested in whatever recipe you could suggest for it.
John Hinojos’ Avatar John Hinojos
5th May 2023 at 20:17
Had this with Cinco de Mayo Mexican lunch (more of an American day than one in Mexico). Only difference we made is once the cocktail was done to take a bar spoon and stir at the bottom slowly, This move the red into the bottom of the cocktail and created a more gradual effect of the sunset. It also lessened the sweetness at the bottom of the cocktail.
Hunter Newsome’s Avatar Hunter Newsome
1st August 2023 at 22:57
That's a must in my eyes. It really creates a beautiful gradient, like a Garibaldi cocktail.
Dávid Ugróczi’s Avatar Dávid Ugróczi
31st January 2023 at 17:14
Can i use triple sec instead of orange curacao?
Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
6th February 2023 at 15:35
You can. Better is a 40% alc./vol orange curacao.
20th January 2022 at 06:22
I like the conception of smooth gradient from orange to grenadine. Very tasty, easy, beautiful.
Kelsey Birtch’s Avatar Kelsey Birtch
6th January 2022 at 01:10
Wondering where to find the original 1930’s recipe by Jean at the Arizona Baltimore Hotel that @thelucasassis mentions in his Instagram. Just don’t want to duplicate the recipe if it’s already out there.
Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
6th January 2022 at 15:14
I've added a link to the Original Tequila Sunrise above. It's a better drink.
Stuart Davies’ Avatar Stuart Davies
16th December 2021 at 17:17
Excellent on a grim December evening. Classic for a reason. One large orange and one lime conveniently delivered just the right amount of juice for two of these ?
Hans Andersson’s Avatar Hans Andersson
7th January 2021 at 21:39
You write: "SHAKE other ingredients and carefully strain..." as they are to be shaken without ice. Is that correct?
Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
7th January 2021 at 22:09
Shake with ice. I've amended above. Thanks for bringing the omission of ice to my attention.
7th October 2020 at 19:35
Amazing