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Soleil Levant recipe

Gradient cocktail served on ice in a highball glass.

Fantasy Long
Volume 17.5 cl
Alcohol 8.6 %
Calories 843 kcal
Colour Yellow, Orange, Pink
Difficulty Easy
Published 08/2026
Prep time 4 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the vodka, then the orange juice.
  3. Slowly pour the grenadine along the side of the glass so it sinks to the bottom and forms a gradient.
  4. Do not stir.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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History

This cocktail's red-orange gradient mimics the sunrise, hence its name.

Decoration

Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.

Variation

The tequila version makes a "Tequila Sunrise".

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Soleil Levant called?

The Soleil Levant cocktail is also known as rising sun, rising sun, gradient cocktail, sunset cocktail.

Which glass should Soleil Levant be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Tumbler.

What is the volume of Soleil Levant?

The volume of the Soleil Levant cocktail is 17.5 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Soleil Levant?

The alcohol content of the Soleil Levant recipe is 8.6%.

How many calories are in Soleil Levant?

The calories of the Soleil Levant cocktail are estimated at 843 calories.

What colour is Soleil Levant?

The Soleil Levant cocktail is Yellow, Orange, Pink in colour.

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