Here’s a recipe for making a classic Jamaican Sunrise cocktail:
Jamaican Sunrise Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 oz Jamaican rum (a good-quality dark or spiced rum works great)
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4 oz fresh orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
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1 oz pineapple juice
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1/2 oz grenadine syrup
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Ice cubes
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Orange slice and maraschino cherry for garnish (optional)
Equipment:
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Highball or tall glass
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Bar spoon or stirrer
Instructions:
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Fill the glass with ice:
Start by filling a tall glass with ice cubes to chill it well. -
Add the rum:
Pour 2 oz of Jamaican rum over the ice. -
Add the fruit juices:
Add 4 oz of fresh orange juice and 1 oz of pineapple juice to the glass. -
Stir gently:
Give the mixture a gentle stir to combine the rum and juices. -
Add the grenadine:
Slowly pour 1/2 oz of grenadine syrup into the glass. Because grenadine is heavier than the juices, it will sink to the bottom and then gradually rise, creating the layered “sunrise” effect. -
Garnish and serve:
Garnish with a slice of orange and a maraschino cherry on the rim or dropped into the drink for an added tropical touch.
Tips for the perfect Jamaican Sunrise:
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Use fresh juices for the best flavor.
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Pour the grenadine slowly along the side of the glass or over a spoon to help create the layered effect.
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You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less grenadine depending on your preference.
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