The Sausalito bartender who created the Tequila Sunrise, and served it to the Rolling Stones, has died

Robert 'Bobby' Lozoff, the bartender who popularized the modern version of the Tequila Sunrise at The Trident in Sausalito during the 1970s, has passed away at 77 in Hawaii. Collaborating with Billy Rice, Lozoff created the iconic cocktail featuring tequila, orange juice, and grenadine which gained legendary status in the rock and roll scene after being served to members of the Rolling Stones. The drink's popularity soared during their 1972 tour, contributing to its global fame. An earlier version existed in the mid-20th century, but Lozoff's recipe resonated with a new generation of drinkers, cementing its place in cocktail history.

I poured [the band member] the tequila sunrise, and you could sort of see the light go on in his head. Bingo. You don't need a bartender to travel with you, just buy a bottle of Cuervo, a bottle of orange juice, and grenadine.

Their 1972 tour would become known as the Cocaine and Tequila Sunrise tour, spreading the drink 'all around the globe,' according to the Marin History Museum plaque.

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