Spicy Tequila Sunrise

This Spicy Tequila Sunrise is a zesty twist on the classic Bloody Mary, featuring tequila, tomato juice, and a kick of tabasco sauce. The combination of sour and spicy flavors, enhanced with smoked paprika, creates a refreshing and invigorating cocktail that's perfect for brunch or any time of day.

Spicy Tequila Sunrise

A zesty twist on the classic Bloody Mary, the Spicy Tequila Sunrise is a refreshing and invigorating cocktail featuring tequila, tomato juice, and a kick of tabasco sauce.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila
  • 4 oz tomato juice
  • 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 tsp tabasco sauce
  • 1/4 tsp horseradish paste
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 tsp celery salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
  • 1 lime wedge
  • Salt
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
  • Celery stalk

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine ice, tequila, tomato juice, juice from the lime, tabasco sauce, horseradish paste, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Shake well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Rim a highball glass with salt and add ice cubes.
  4. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a celery stalk.
  6. Serve and enjoy.