Black Pepper Free Classic Grapefruit Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this paloma is the kind of cocktail that tastes like a warm afternoon somewhere sunny. Fresh grapefruit juice does all the heavy lifting here, delivering that signature bittersweet punch alongside a squeeze of lime and a touch of agave for balance. The salted rim adds just the right savory contrast without any spice ā and that's exactly the point. So many cocktail mixes and flavored sodas sneak in unexpected seasonings, but this one is built entirely from scratch with clean, simple ingredients you can see and trust. A vigorous shake gets everything ice-cold before sparkling water is gently streamed in to keep those bubbles alive and lively. It's an elegant, crowd-pleasing drink that comes together in minutes and never once needs a pepper grinder anywhere near it.
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Learn more āIngredients
1 serving
For the salted rim
- 1 lime wedge, for rimming
- 1 tbsp coarse salt
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice (from about Ā½ large grapefruit)
- Ā½ oz fresh lime juice
- Ā½ oz agave syrup
- 3ā4 oz sparkling water, to top
- ice cubes
For serving
- 1 grapefruit slice or wedge (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the coarse salt in a shallow, flat dish. Run the lime wedge around the outer rim of a highball glass, then press and rotate the rim into the salt until evenly coated. Fill the glass with ice.
- 2
Combine the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add a handful of ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
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