Ingredients
Ingredients
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½ oz tequila (silver or reposado)
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½ oz strawberry liqueur
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½ oz orange juice
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½ oz pineapple juice
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¼ oz grenadine (for the tornado effect)
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Ice
Garnish (optional)
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Orange zest
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Strawberry slice
Instructions
Step 1: Chill your ingredients
For best results, make sure all your ingredients are well-chilled. You can also chill your shot glasses in the freezer ahead of time for a frosty presentation.
Step 2: Combine and shake
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add ½ oz tequila, ½ oz strawberry liqueur, ½ oz orange juice, and ½ oz pineapple juice. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to chill and combine.
Step 3: Strain into shot glass
Strain the shaken mixture into a standard 2 oz shot glass. Leave a little room at the top.
Step 4: Add the grenadine
Slowly pour ¼ oz grenadine down the inside of the glass using the back of a spoon or a dropper. It will sink and swirl upward, creating the signature “tornado” effect.
Step 5: Garnish and serve
Garnish with a twist of orange zest or a slice of strawberry on the rim. Serve immediately while the swirl is still visible.
Notes
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Use a good-quality tequila—silver keeps the color brighter while reposado adds depth
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Shake well to emulsify the juices and alcohol for a smooth texture
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Grenadine is heavy and will sink naturally—use a gentle pour for the best swirl
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Don’t overfill the glass before adding grenadine or it may spill over during the pour
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If you want multiple tornado shots at once, prepare each in a separate shaker for best presentation
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 0g