Description
The Paloma is a refreshing Mexican cocktail that blends tequila, fresh lime juice, and grapefruit soda, making it perfect for warm days and celebrations. Easy to prepare and customizable, this drink is a delightful choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces tequila (preferably blanco)
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 3 ounces grapefruit soda (or fresh grapefruit juice with soda water)
- Salt for rimming the glass (optional)
- Lime wedge for garnish
- Grapefruit slice for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Choose Your Glass: Use a highball glass or a classic rocks glass.
- Rim the Glass (Optional): Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into salt to coat.
- Juicing the Limes: Squeeze 1 ounce of fresh lime juice from a lime.
- Choosing the Tequila: Measure out 2 ounces of good quality blanco tequila and pour it into a cocktail shaker.
- Adding the Lime Juice: Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker with the tequila.
- Grapefruit Soda or Juice: Measure out 3 ounces of grapefruit soda or prepare fresh grapefruit juice mixed with soda water (1:1 ratio).
- Add Ice to the Shaker: Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake It Up: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the Mixture: Strain the cocktail mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice cubes.
- Top with Grapefruit Soda: If using fresh grapefruit juice, top off the drink with grapefruit soda.
- Garnish: Add a lime wedge and a grapefruit slice for garnish.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the Paloma fresh.
- Pairing Ideas: Pairs well with chips and guacamole, ceviche, or grilled shrimp tacos.
- Spicy Paloma: Muddle jalapeño slices in the shaker for a spicy kick.
- Herbal Twist: Add fresh mint or basil leaves before shaking.
- Smoky Paloma: Substitute mezcal for tequila for a smoky flavor.
- Fruit-Infused Paloma: Use different fruit juices like blood orange or pomegranate.
- Adjusting Sweetness: Add simple syrup or agave nectar if too tart.
- Chill Your Ingredients: Chill tequila and grapefruit soda in advance for a refreshing drink.
Notes
- Rim the glass with salt for added flavor.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.
- Experiment with different fruit juices for unique variations.
- Chill your ingredients beforehand for a more refreshing drink.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference with simple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes