Tequila Sunrise Royale
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.50 fl oz Rose's lime cordial
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice
Directions
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Rim coupe glass with salt if desired and chill
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Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake vigorously
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Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
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Garnish with lime wedge
Cocktail Description
The Tequila Sunrise Royale transforms the familiar sunset-hued classic into a sophisticated, jewel-toned masterpiece that balances sweet fruit and tart citrus with remarkable precision.
This elegant cocktail delivers a complex journey of flavors, opening with the warm, slightly vanilla notes of aged reposado tequila before cascading through layers of bright citrus from the triple blend of fresh juices. The Chambord adds a luxurious black raspberry depth that intertwines beautifully with the orange warmth of Triple Sec, while the lime cordial provides just enough sweetness to round everything out. Despite its impressive ingredient list, it's surprisingly approachable to make at home—the key is using freshly squeezed juices for that vibrant flavor that bottled varieties simply can't match. The Tequila Sunrise Royale shines as a signature cocktail for special occasions like anniversary dinners or holiday gatherings, though it's refined enough to elevate any weekend happy hour. Serve it alongside Mexican-inspired appetizers like shrimp tostadas or grilled street corn for a delightful contrast, or pair with dark chocolate desserts to complement the raspberry notes from the Chambord.
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