Frozen Sunrise Margaritas

yield
Makes 4 drinks

total time
10 minutes

The tequila sunrise and the margarita come together in this frozen drink recipe that's bursting with citrus notes and a refreshing tang.

Ingredients

• Margarita or coarse sea salt, for rimming glass
• 1 lime wedge, for rimming glass
• 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate
• 1 1/2 cups orange juice
• 3/4 cup (6 ounces) tequila
• 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) Cointreau or triple sec
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 3 cups crushed ice
• 1/4 cup grenadine

For Garnish

• 4 orange slices
• 4 maraschino cherries

Preparation

1. Spread a layer of salt in a shallow dish. Run lime wedge around the rims of 4 highball glasses to moisten; dip rims in salt.

2. Place orange juice concentrate, orange juice, tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice in a blender. Add ice and pulse until smooth. Divide margarita evenly among glasses.

3. Tilt glasses and pour 1 tablespoon grenadine down the side of each drink; grenadine will sink to the bottom and create a sunset effect. Garnish with orange slices and maraschino cherries and serve.

Bartender's Note: The straight sides of highball glasses are ideal for achieving the sunrise effect. Traditional margarita glasses won't work if you want this look.

From: Epicurious.com/ Posted by Mags