Pescatarian 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-food ingredients. Instead of the artificial grenadine found in most classic recipes, a quick homemade syrup of pure pomegranate juice and honey creates that signature red layer sinking beautifully to the bottom. Fresh-squeezed orange juice from real oranges makes a noticeable difference here — brighter, fruitier, and far more vibrant than anything from a carton. The 100% agave blanco tequila keeps things crisp and clean, letting the citrus and pomegranate flavors genuinely shine. The technique of pouring the syrup over the back of a bar spoon is the key move — it preserves that gorgeous ombre effect without any stirring, so every glass looks like it came from a proper cocktail bar. It's an impressive drink to serve at brunch or a weekend gathering, and the fact that it comes together in under 15 minutes makes it even better.

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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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