Dairy Free Paleo Tequila Sunrise

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.9

(28)

Few cocktails are as visually stunning as a sunrise gradient settling into a glass, and this version delivers that wow factor using nothing but clean, whole ingredients. The homemade pomegranate-honey syrup is the real star — just pure pomegranate juice and honey simmered together until they thicken into something rich and jewel-toned. Freshly squeezed orange juice brings a brightness that bottled juice simply can't match, and 100% agave blanco tequila keeps everything crisp and natural. The slow pour technique over the back of a bar spoon is what creates that iconic layered effect, so resist the urge to stir once the syrup hits the glass. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, there's no swapping or substituting needed — it just works as written. It's an impressive drink to serve at a gathering or to make for yourself on a slow weekend afternoon when you want something that feels a little special.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the pomegranate-honey syrup

¼ cup pomegranate juice, 100% pure
1 tbsp honey

For the cocktail

3 oz blanco tequila (100% agave)
1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 medium oranges)
ice cubes, as needed

For serving

2 orange slices, for garnish (optional)
2 maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the pomegranate juice and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for at least 10 minutes until it reaches room temperature — it will thicken slightly as it cools.
2
Fill two highball glasses with ice cubes. Pour 1.5 oz of tequila into each glass, then divide the fresh orange juice evenly between the two glasses and stir briefly to combine.

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