The Tequila Sunrise

It’s sweet, it’s colorful, and it’s got a history wilder than a Rolling Stones tour bus — it’s the Tequila Sunrise. And while it might look like a poolside guilty pleasure, behind the gradient glow lies a story of rock ‘n’ roll excess, reinvention, and one major identity crisis. Here to explore this storied creation's history is Nikolas Vagenas, bartender and co-owner at Brooklyn's Mr. Melo. Listen on (or read below) to discover Nikolas' Tequila Sunrise recipe — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!Nikolas Vagenas' Tequila Sunrise Recipe  Ingredients - ½ ounce agave/grenadine mix (1 part water, 1 part agave syrup, 1 part pomegranate molasses)- ½ ounce Luxardo cherry syrup (diluted slightly)- 2 ounces blanco tequila- ¾ ounce acid-adjusted orange juice*- 2 dashes orange bitters- Splash of soda- Garnish: orange slice and Luxardo cherryDirections 1. Build all ingredients in a chilled highball glass in the order listed.2. Add ice and garnish with an orange slice and Luxardo cherry.3. Serve, directing guest to stir before drinking.*Acid Adjusted Orange Juice Recipe  Ingredients - 34g citric acid- 22g malic acid- 2g tartaric acid- Pinch of salt- 1 quart freshly squeezed orange juice📧Get in touch: [email protected] 🍸Follow us: - VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/- Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/ - Nikolas: https://www.instagram.com/nikpicks/- Mr. Melo: https://www.instagram.com/mr.melobar/      Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.