The Glass Alchemy Tequila Sunrise rod is a lighter version of Persimmon Strike, giving artists more nuance and control. This dynamic color reacts to heat, allowing you to create unique effects depending on the duration and intensity of flame or kiln work. It’s an ideal choice for glass artists looking to explore a warm, graduated palette.

Usage Tip: Heat this color until it becomes white-hot to erase previous striations. Depending on the length of flame or kiln exposure, you can achieve a range of effects, from transparent yellow to pinkish-orange, with subtle hints of red.

Renowned artist Mike Shelbo describes Tequila Sunrise as follows: “Tequila Sunrise reacts as you work the color, but once the glass reaches a fully molten state, it goes clear. Placing the piece in the kiln at 579 °C (1075 °F) for varying lengths of time produces different shades depending on the thickness and layering of the color. Returning any part of the glass to a molten state restarts the striking process. I like to use this color without encasement. There’s no need to reduce in the flame or work in an oxidizing atmosphere.”

Tequila Sunrise is perfect for artists who want full control over their creations. It adapts to various working styles, from delicate, fine pieces to thicker, more expressive forms. Its responsiveness to flame and kiln ensures each piece is unique, revealing elegant and surprising color transitions.

Explore the warmth and subtlety of Tequila Sunrise and transform your creations into vibrant, luminous pieces where every shade tells a story.