{"id":2778,"date":"2022-08-24T11:56:37","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T15:56:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=2778"},"modified":"2025-09-26T09:18:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T13:18:53","slug":"popular-layered-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/popular-layered-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Popular Layered Cocktails That Make a Splash"},"content":{"rendered":"

There is a time and place to play it safe, and then there are those occasions when you feel like going all out and making a splash \u2013 this is when we like to whip out one of our <\/span>popular layered cocktails<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>Striking, colorful, and always impressive-looking, these unconventional cocktails make a great conversation starter, as well as awesome additions to themed parties that call for a little something special. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Tequila Sunrise<\/a><\/h2>\n

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If you\u2019re new to layered cocktails, the Tequila Sunrise is a classic that makes it easy to look like a pro. Built on tequila and orange juice, this vibrant drink gets its iconic \u201csunrise\u201d look from a final pour of grenadine. Because the syrup is denser than the other ingredients, it naturally sinks to the bottom of the glass, leaving you with a fiery red base that slowly fades into golden citrus above \u2014 a glass that\u2019s as much a vibe as it is a drink.<\/p>\n

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Espol\u00f2n Tequila Blanco<\/a><\/span> is a great fit for a Tequila Sunrise, thanks to its vibrant, crisp flavor profile that complements the cocktail\u2019s fruity layers. With its subtle hints of citrus and agave, this tequila underpins the sweetness of orange juice and grenadine while maintaining a balanced, refreshing finish. It\u2019s the perfect base for this classic sunrise sipper.<\/h6>\n<\/blockquote>\n

2. B-52<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Just like the well-known B-52 party shot, the <\/span>B-52 cocktail<\/span> features equal quantities of the three liqueurs, namely coffee, Irish cream, and orange liqueur. This results in a coffee-cream drink with a sweet orange kick. We love using <\/span>Grand Marnier<\/span><\/a> in these pretty layered alcoholic drinks – it\u2019s all the bitter orange tang you need to deliver a perfect balance! This also happens to be one of our all-time <\/span>best after-dinner cocktails<\/a><\/span> to impress a crowd.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Bikini Martini<\/h2>\n

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This tropical stunner layers coconut, pineapple, and vodka with a pop of grenadine for a bold, beachy serve that looks as good as it tastes.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n