Lyre's + Agave Syrup4.6
Golden Agave Sunrise
Beautiful layered drink with agave, orange, and grenadine. This stunning mocktail recreates the classic tequila sunrise with Lyre's non-alcoholic spirit and creates gorgeous color gradients that are perfect for special occasions.
7 minutes
Medium
1 serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Lyre's Blanco Spirit
- 3 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz pure agave syrup
- 0.5 oz grenadine
- Orange wheel
- Maraschino cherry
Instructions
Master the art of layering for a perfect sunrise effect
- 1
Prepare the base
Fill a highball glass with ice. In a shaker, combine Lyre's Blanco Spirit, orange juice, and agave syrup with ice.
- 2
Shake and strain
Shake vigorously for 10 seconds, then strain into the prepared glass, filling it about 3/4 full.
- 3
Create the sunrise effect
Slowly pour grenadine down the side of the glass or over the back of a bar spoon. It will sink to create the beautiful sunrise gradient.
- 4
Garnish beautifully
Garnish with an orange wheel and maraschino cherry. Serve immediately without stirring to maintain the layered effect.
Dan's Pro Tips
- Pour the grenadine very slowly - patience is key for perfect layering
- Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor and color contrast
- Chill all ingredients beforehand for the best layering results
- Present the drink immediately - the visual impact is half the experience
Nutrition & Benefits
Nutritional Info (per serving)
- Calories: ~120
- Carbs: 28g
- Sugar: 26g (natural + grenadine)
- Sodium: 5mg
- Vitamin C: 60mg
Health Benefits
- • High vitamin C content from orange juice
- • Natural agave provides sustained energy
- • Antioxidants from pomegranate in grenadine
- • Beautiful presentation boosts mood
- • Perfect for celebrations without alcohol
