Ingredients
-
1 oz peach schnapps – for that sweet, juicy peach backbone
-
1 oz coconut rum – adds tropical richness and smoothness
-
2 oz orange juice – brings tang and brightness to the mix
-
1 oz pineapple juice – for a tropical, citrusy punch
-
½ oz grenadine – creates the beautiful sunset effect and adds pomegranate sweetness
-
Ice cubes – to chill and layer the ingredients properly
-
Garnish options – orange slice, strawberry, or maraschino cherry
Instructions
-
Fill the Glass with Ice
Start by filling a tall glass or hurricane glass to the brim with ice cubes. This helps layer the ingredients and keeps the drink cold. -
Add the Peach Schnapps and Coconut Rum
Pour in 1 oz of peach schnapps followed by 1 oz of coconut rum over the ice. These form the sweet and smooth base of your cocktail. -
Pour the Orange and Pineapple Juices
Add 2 oz of orange juice and 1 oz of pineapple juice. You can gently stir if you’d like a more blended look, or leave it untouched for a layered effect. -
Slowly Add the Grenadine
Here comes the magic! Take ½ oz of grenadine and pour it slowly down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon. It will sink to the bottom and gradually rise, creating the gorgeous “sunset” effect. -
Garnish and Serve
Finish with your chosen garnish—a fresh orange slice on the rim, a strawberry perched delicately, or a bright red cherry dropped into the glass. Serve with a straw (optional) and enjoy immediately.
Notes
The secret to the Sunset Mirage Sipper’s allure is the slow pour of grenadine. Because it’s denser than the other liquids, it sinks to the bottom, creating that iconic layered effect. Don’t stir after adding it—just watch the colors melt together like a real sunset. This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh and cold, right after layering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 0g