Grenadine Sunrise Festive Cocktail (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cocktail Base
01 -
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons hot water
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120 millilitres fresh orange juice
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45 millilitres Grand Marnier
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30 millilitres cognac or brandy
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750 millilitres Prosecco
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240 millilitres grenadine
→ Garnish
08 -
Orange peel
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Dissolve the sugar in hot water until fully combined. Set aside to cool.
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In a large pitcher, combine orange juice, Grand Marnier, cognac or brandy, and the cooled simple syrup. Chill until well chilled.
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Just before serving, pour Prosecco into the chilled mixture and stir gently to combine.
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Distribute the cocktail evenly into eight champagne flutes or similar glasses.
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Tilt each glass slightly and slowly pour a splash of grenadine down the inside so it settles at the bottom, creating the sunrise gradient.
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Garnish each glass with a twist of orange peel and serve immediately.
# Helpful Notes:
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For a lower sugar option, replace a portion of the grenadine with cranberry juice.