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As summer draws to a close, I thought it would be appropriate to celebrate with a beautiful sunshiny drink — this colorful Spicy Tequila Sunrise. The recipe for this drink is actually courtesy of In The Raw — the brilliant folks behind the line of Sugar In The Raw, Agave In The Raw, and Stevia In The Raw.
You have probably seen their cute, little, brown, sugar packets in restaurants before. But I recently began cooking at home with the Agave and Stevia, and am in love!
All three products are really such an easy and healthier way to sweeten drinks and all kinds of sweets. And I love that they are all completely natural and organic.
The recipe for this drink called for some Agave In The Raw, along with some delicious pomegranate juice, orange juice, tequila and…yes, the picture didn’t lie…some jalapeno! This was my first time adding the little green pepper to a drink, but it was so fun! Definitely kicked the sweet and fruity flavors up a notch. I loved it!
You could also make this drink sans alcohol and just add in some club soda to make it more of a spritzer. But either way, it will be a crowd pleaser and definitely a conversation starter!
A delicious pomegranate, orange juice, and tequila drink…with a spicy twist!
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½-inch slice jalapeño pepper, with seeds
1 oz. fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. (1 Tbsp.) Agave In The Raw®
1 ½ oz. silver tequila (100 percent blue agave)
4 oz. fresh orange juice
1/2 oz. Pom Wonderful pomegranate juice
1/2 orange slice, for garnish
¼-inch jalapeno slices, for garnish
ice
club soda, optional
Instructions
In cocktail shaker or glass, muddle the jalapeno and lime. Add the agave, tequila, and orange juice. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake just to chill.
Pour the pomegranate juice into a tall glass. Fill glass 3/4 with ice cubes. Gently strain the Spice Sunrise into the glass. Garnish with the orange and jalapeño slice.
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I live roasting nuts during the holidays. Definitely going to try this recipe this year!
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/spiced-walnuts/?ref=search
I have been looking for a good peanut sauce for a long time, definitely going to try this: https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/asian-peanut-sauce/?ref=search&product=sugar-in-the-raw&page=1
However, I think i may have just ‘pinned’ about half of the recipes on that site for later use – thanks for the intro!
The Spiced Apple Quesadillas sound like a good salute to the summer but hello to the fall! That would be what I’d plan making first
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/spiced-apple-quesadillas/?ref=search&page=2
Gorgeous cocktail and love the layered effect! And the spicy twist… I’m featuring this post in today’s Food Fetish Friday (with a link-back and attribution as always). Thanks for always inspiring me with your creations…
These sound great
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/no-bake-nutty-oat-bars/?ref=search
tweeted
https://twitter.com/ravenwildharber/status/245158517806342144
That drink is stunning!! The colors! And I put jalapeno in my cocktails whenever I get the chance :)
I need to make that Chinese Chicken Salad!
I want to make the sweet potato casserole with marshmallows! Tis the season :)
So many recipes to choose from! Love this: https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/no-bake-peanut-butter-oat-cookies/?ref=search
The Teriyaki Chicken Wings with Hot Mango Dipping Sauce sounds delicious! I’ve been on a wings kick lately.
I’d love to try the Coffee Baked Beans – yum!
The Rosemary Orange Spritzer sounds great. I don’t drink a lot of alcohol and try to limit sugar so this recipe is right up my alley!
The No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cookies look good!
I’d love to try the Red Berry Popsicles – yum!
I live roasting nuts during the holidays. Definitely going to try this recipe this year!
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/spiced-walnuts/?ref=search
tweeted-
https://twitter.com/MiriamEMaya/status/245197010280525826
I’ve heard a lot about Stevia and have been wanting to try it. What would I try first…the no bake nutty oat bars.
I’d like to try the Sloppy Janes – sounds yummy!
I would try the carrot pineapple muffins!
Oh gosh, Ali, this drink is just GORGEOUS! I LOVE the colors!!
I think these peach muffins sound fabulous!
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/peach-pecan-whole-grain-muffins/?ref=search&product=agave-in-the-raw
I need to make these for a party asap! Here’s my twitter link: https://twitter.com/brucesbff/status/245224444367360000
Grogeous drink! This chocolate cheesecake looks divine: https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/chocolate-cheesecake/?ref=search&page=2
I’d like to make the Turbinado Energy Bars. Thanks!
I’d like to try the Ruby ‘Rita
I would like to try the No-Bake Nutty Oat Bars
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/245318316460220417
I’d love to make the no-bale nutty oat bars
would love to try the Ginger Cookies!
I’m pretty intrigued by the Homemade Stevia Marshmallow Creme!
Their recipes all sound great but I am excited to try this one https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/cranberry-pear-relish/?ref=search&page=6#
I’m looking forward to trying the Teriyaki chicken with hot mango dipping sauce. Sounds delicious!
The chocolate chip blondies sound great right about now!
I love the idea of adding jalapeño to a drink!
And thanks for the awesome giveaway! I’d love to make the christmas biscotti!
Freezer Strawberry Preserves!! Yummo !
I have been looking for a good peanut sauce for a long time, definitely going to try this: https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/asian-peanut-sauce/?ref=search&product=sugar-in-the-raw&page=1
However, I think i may have just ‘pinned’ about half of the recipes on that site for later use – thanks for the intro!
ahh i love jalapeno margaritas so I know I’d love these!!
would loe to try their no bake oat bars!!
The coconut rum balls sound like they’d be right up my alley. Love both ingredients. In moderation of course. Thanks
The mulled apple cider… yum!!
I would love to try the Grape Popsicles
https://twitter.com/tweetyscute/status/245632900433850368
Chinese Chicken Salad.
The Chocolate Cheesecake.
spiced apple quesadillas sound incredibly convincing!
and i have been looking for a jalapeno-infused drink recipe for a month now – thanks!
I’d love to make the Turkey Sloppy Joes!
I tweeted about the giveaway! https://twitter.com/kn1tfaced/status/245907932154322944
The Spiced Apple Quesadillas sound like a good salute to the summer but hello to the fall! That would be what I’d plan making first
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/spiced-apple-quesadillas/?ref=search&page=2
This sounds perfect for a light dessert or breakfast <3
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/spiced-apple-quesadillas/?ref=search&page=2
I would love to try the No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cookies
tweet https://twitter.com/rusthawk/status/246114976656392192
Coffee baked beans sound interesting!
So many yummy cocktails! I want to try the rubyrita!c
Gorgeous cocktail and love the layered effect! And the spicy twist… I’m featuring this post in today’s Food Fetish Friday (with a link-back and attribution as always). Thanks for always inspiring me with your creations…
Delish drink!!! I would try the
https://www.intheraw.com/using-itr/recipes/marshmallow-sweet-potato-casserole/?ref=search
i saw a recipe called Celebration Cake that I would like to try