Kentucky Sunrise: The Southern Wake-Up Call
- Laura Kuhn
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
The Southern Wake-Up Call
Left Bank bourbon
orange juice
grenadine
lime juice
ice cubes
maraschino cherries
orange slice
Bright, bold, and as beautiful as a Southern sky at dawn, the Kentucky Sunrise is a bourbon twist on the classic tequila sunrise—and it's just the thing to start your weekend (or your evening) on a vibrant note. At Left Bank, we’ve reimagined this easy-drinking favorite with Left Bank Bourbon at the helm, turning a sweet and sunny cocktail into a truly Southern wake-up call.
The Left Bank Kentucky Sunrise
This is not your average brunch drink. The Kentucky Sunrise is rich in flavor, full of color, and layered with just the right amount of sweetness and citrus. Here’s how we build it:
Left Bank Bourbon – The heart of the cocktail. Smooth, slightly smoky, and full of depth, our bourbon brings warmth and richness to every sip.
Orange Juice – Fresh and vibrant, it provides the juicy foundation and helps mellow the bourbon’s boldness.
Grenadine – Poured gently to create a beautiful gradient, it adds sweetness and that signature sunrise look.
Lime Juice – A splash of tartness to brighten up the blend and cut through the sweetness.
Ice Cubes – Keeps everything chilled and perfectly sippable.
Maraschino Cherries & Orange Slice – Garnished with flair, because every sunrise deserves a little extra beauty.
Why It Works
The Kentucky Sunrise is all about balance. You’ve got the citrus to wake up your taste buds, the grenadine to add sweetness and color, and the bourbon to anchor the drink with Southern charm. It’s a perfect harmony of light and bold, sweet and tart.
Plus, it looks as good as it tastes—with that signature red-to-gold gradient that makes it a showstopper on any bar.
When to Order One
Weekend brunches that turn into long afternoons
Warm nights on the patio
Celebrations that need something both festive and sophisticated
Or anytime you want to start (or end) the day with a splash of sunshine and bourbon
Bold as the sunrise. Smooth as the South. Buy a bottle of Left Bank and sip a Kentucky Sunrise—a bright, bourbon-powered cocktail that’s equal parts beauty and bite. It’s the kind of drink that reminds you why every day should start with a little Southern charm.