Carrageenan Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this classic tequila-and-grapefruit cocktail is one of those drinks that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. The combination of fresh grapefruit juice, a squeeze of lime, and a touch of agave syrup creates a perfectly balanced sweet-tart base that lets the blanco tequila shine without overpowering it. A salted rim adds just the right savory contrast, and a gentle pour of sparkling water at the end keeps everything beautifully fizzy. What makes this version especially clean is that every ingredient is exactly what it says it is ā fresh-squeezed juice, agave, tequila, and plain sparkling water. Many store-bought grapefruit sodas and flavored mixers sneak in stabilizers and thickeners that people following a carrageenan-free lifestyle need to avoid, so building this drink from scratch is genuinely the smarter move. You get full control over what goes into the glass, and the result honestly tastes better anyway. Squeeze, stir, top, and sip ā it's that simple.
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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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