Description
The Maraschino Sunset is a vibrant and sweet cocktail that showcases the unique flavor of maraschino liqueur. Its beautiful layers of red and orange mimic a sunset, making it the perfect drink for summer evenings or special celebrations. With a fruity base and a hint of cherry from the maraschino, this cocktail is both visually stunning and deliciously refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz maraschino liqueur
- 2 oz orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz grenadine syrup
- Ice cubes
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Orange slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the maraschino liqueur, orange juice, and vodka to the shaker.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Slowly pour the grenadine syrup over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect, letting it sink to the bottom.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries and an orange slice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the beautiful sunset effect!
Notes
- For an alcohol-free version, substitute the vodka with soda water and omit the maraschino liqueur, using cherry juice instead for flavor.
- Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g