About this episode
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 cherry Directions 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: cocktailcollege@vinepair.com 🍸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.