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Vodka sunrise cocktail on table with cherry and orange slice.
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Vodka Sunrise Cocktail

5 from 3 votes
This Vodka Sunrise is a fun take on the classic tequila sunrise cocktail but made with vodka. Red grenadine topped with brightly hued orange juice make this drink reminiscent of a stunning sunrise. It's ideal for summer mornings or brunch gatherings!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 person
Course: Drinks
Calories: 238
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ ounces good vodka
  • 5 ounces orange juice *you can use pineapple or mango too
  • 1 ounce grenadine syrup
  • 1 orange slice and 1 maraschino cherry for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker

Method
 

  1. Fill a glass with ice and add grenadine.
  2. Add ice to a cocktail shaker along with the orange juice and vodka.
  3. Shake for 10-20 seconds.
  4. Top grenadine with orange juice mixture and garnish with orange slice and a cherry.

Notes

  • I recommend using a tall, skinny glass like a highball or Collins glass like this one.
  • You can use any clear alcohol you prefer like white rum, coconut rum or tequila.
  • You can also make your own homemade grenadine syrup here if you wish!