Chicken Free Classic Grapefruit Paloma
There is something undeniably refreshing about a well-made Paloma, and this version delivers everything you want from the classic Mexican cocktail. Fresh grapefruit juice is the real star here ā bright, tart, and slightly bitter in the best way ā balanced by a squeeze of lime and a touch of agave syrup for just enough sweetness. Blanco tequila keeps the flavor clean and crisp, letting the citrus shine rather than getting buried under anything heavy. The salted rim adds that satisfying savory contrast with every sip, and the sparkling water finish gives it a light, effervescent lift that makes it dangerously easy to drink. Shaking everything over ice before straining ensures the cocktail is perfectly chilled and beautifully integrated. Whether you're mixing one up for a weekend brunch or a warm evening on the patio, this is the kind of drink that feels both effortless and impressive.
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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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