Gluten Free Paleo Tequila Sunrise

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.9

(28)

This vibrant cocktail is a showstopper in a glass — layers of golden orange juice, crisp blanco tequila, and a deep crimson pomegranate-honey syrup that sinks to the bottom like a literal sunrise. The homemade syrup is the real star here, made from just 100% pure pomegranate juice and honey simmered together until they form a lush, slightly thickened drizzle that's miles better than anything from a bottle. Because every ingredient is naturally free of gluten — from the 100% agave tequila to the freshly squeezed orange juice — there's no label-scanning anxiety, just pure enjoyment. The technique of pouring the syrup over the back of a bar spoon is a small but satisfying bartender move that keeps those gorgeous color layers intact. Serve it immediately over ice with an orange slice and a cherry, and it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a rooftop bar. It's an easy, impressive drink that works just as well for a weekend brunch as it does for a dinner party opener.

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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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