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September 28, 2022
Chances are, you’ve heard of or even enjoyed a Tequila Sunrise. The Tequila Sunrise is a classic cocktail with a mysterious history. No one is exactly sure where or how it was first concocted, but the most likely story is that it was created in Mexico. The classic Tequila Sunrise combines tequila (preferably Mexican), orange juice, and grenadine colorfully layered in a highball glass for a refreshing and sweet drink.
My twist on the classic Tequila Sunrise cocktail is this Mississippi Sunrise, which makes use of another Mexican ingredient – Corona beer. Unlike the Tequila Sunrise, which showcases the effects of layering the tequila, orange juice, and grenadine, the Mississippi Sunrise is stirred together before serving. Once combined, you’ll find that the beer elevates the drink to another level, resulting in a slightly bubbly and not-too-sweet cocktail. What could be more refreshing on a hot, Mississippi day?
The Ingredients
The beauty of the Mississippi Sunrise is not only found in its deep coral color, but also in the simplicity of the recipe. Here’s what you’ll need:
The Process for Making a Mississippi Sunrise
The Mississippi Sunrise cocktail comes together in 5 minutes.
I like to start off with a frosty, pre-chilled beer mug straight from my freezer. Be sure to use a tall or large mug that is approximately 22oz or so. This allows you to add enough ice along while holding the contents of the cocktail.
First think you’ll do is add ice to the mug, filling it about 2/3rds up. Next, pour in the beer, followed by the tequila, the grenadine, and then the orange juice.
At that point, you can top off the glass with more beer and a squeeze or two of lime. Stir it up, then garnish with a lime wheel or two.
Enjoy and remember to drink responsibly.
For detailed instructions, watch my video and read the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Enjoy a Mississippi Sunrise
If you’ve got 5 minutes, you’ve got time to make a Mississippi Sunrise. Once you’ve made your Mississippi Sunrise, here are some ways you can appreciate it:
Equipment and Tools
Tall beer mug or beer stein (22oz or larger, preferably chilled in advance), long-handled spoon (like a bar spoon or iced tea spoon), or a long straw for mixing
Category
Cocktails
Cook Time
5 minutes
1.5 oz of your favorite tequila
7 oz bottle of Corona
1 oz of orange juice
½ oz grenadine
Limes
Pour 7oz Corona bottle over ice in a tall mug.
Add 1.5 oz of tequila, 1 oz orange juice, 1/2 oz of grenadine, and a lime wedge and stir.
Serve with a lime wedge on the rim.