Strawberry Sunrise

Pro tips

• Chill your glass before layering to slow ingredient diffusion and keep layers sharp.
• Pour the grenadine first and let it settle fully before adding the schnapps—rushing causes premature mixing.
• Use a bar spoon or the back of a regular spoon as a pouring guide to control flow and prevent layers from breaking.

Substitutions

• Mr. Boston Original Strawberry Schnapps → strawberry vodka (drier finish, less sweet)
• Grenadine → pomegranate juice (less syrupy, tangier base layer)

Equipment

bar spoon or regular spoon · shot glass or rocks glass

How do you layer a Strawberry Sunrise without the ingredients mixing?

Pour grenadine first into a chilled glass, then slowly pour strawberry schnapps over the back of a bar spoon or down the side of the glass to create distinct layers based on density differences.

Can you make a Strawberry Sunrise without schnapps?

Yes—substitute strawberry vodka or strawberry liqueur, though the flavor profile will shift slightly. Adjust quantities to maintain sweetness and balance.

What type of glass is best for this cocktail?

A shot glass or small rocks glass works best for layered drinks, keeping proportions correct and the layers visually distinct.

Is this cocktail suitable for non-drinkers?

No—this recipe relies on alcoholic ingredients. A non-alcoholic version would require strawberry syrup and grenadine with juice, creating a different drink altogether.