Rice Free Classic Grapefruit Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this Paloma is the kind of cocktail that tastes like a warm evening on a patio. Fresh grapefruit juice does the heavy lifting here, delivering that signature bittersweet punch that no bottled mixer can quite replicate. A squeeze of lime, a drizzle of agave, and a generous pour of blanco tequila round everything out before sparkling water lifts the whole drink into something effervescent and light. The salted rim adds just enough savory contrast to make every sip feel intentional and balanced. For anyone navigating grain-based additives or fillers hiding in pre-made cocktail mixes, this recipe is a clean, straightforward win ā every ingredient is exactly what it says it is. Shake it hard, pour it gently over ice, and finish with a grapefruit wedge if you want that extra visual flair.
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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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