Step 1: Fill the Glass

Start by filling a highball or hurricane glass with ice cubes. The ice not only chills the drink but also helps keep the layers separate.

Step 2: Add the Rum and Juices

Pour the Malibu coconut rum into the glass. Follow with the pineapple juice and then the orange juice. These combine to form a tropical base that’s creamy, citrusy, and perfectly smooth.

Optional: Gently stir the juices together for a more unified flavor, or leave them as-is for a layered look.

Step 3: Add the Grenadine

Slowly pour the grenadine into the glass by letting it run down the back of a spoon or directly down the side of the glass. It will sink and settle at the bottom, creating a brilliant red-to-orange gradient — your “sunset.”

Step 4: Garnish

Top your Malibu Sunset with a maraschino cherry and a slice of orange on the rim or floating in the drink. These not only enhance presentation but also complement the flavors beautifully.

Step 5: Serve Immediately

Serve with a straw or cocktail stirrer if your guests want to blend the layers. Enjoy the show before mixing it up!