Capsaicin Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this cocktail is the kind of drink that feels like a vacation in a glass. Fresh grapefruit juice and a squeeze of lime do all the heavy lifting here, delivering a tart, lightly sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with the clean bite of blanco tequila. A touch of agave syrup rounds everything out without making it cloying, and the sparkling water finish keeps it light and effervescent. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, this is a naturally safe choice ā there's nothing here that sneaks in heat, no spiced salts, no chili-laced syrups, just pure citrus and good tequila. The salted rim adds a savory contrast that makes every sip more interesting, and the whole thing comes together in about the time it takes to squeeze a grapefruit. It's the kind of cocktail that looks impressive on a table but requires almost no effort to pull off.
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1 serving
- 1 lime wedge, for rimming and squeezing
- 1 tbsp coarse salt, for the rim
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice (from about Ā½ large grapefruit)
- Ā½ oz fresh lime juice
- Ā½ tsp agave syrup
- 2ā3 oz sparkling water, to top
- ice cubes
For serving
- 1 grapefruit wedge or slice, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the coarse salt in a shallow, flat dish. Run a lime wedge around the outer rim of a highball or rocks glass, then press and roll the moistened rim in the salt until evenly coated. Fill the glass with ice.
- 2
Add the tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup directly to the glass and stir briefly to combine.
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