Citric Acid Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly simple, this cocktail is a warm-weather staple that delivers serious flavor with minimal effort. The secret to keeping it free from processed citric acid additives is squeezing your juice fresh ā real grapefruit and lime do all the heavy lifting here, with none of the synthetic preservatives that sneak into bottled mixers and store-bought sour mixes. Blanco tequila keeps things clean and crisp, while a touch of agave syrup rounds out the tartness without any questionable additives. The salted rim adds a savory contrast that makes every sip taste more complex than the short ingredient list would suggest. A gentle pour of sparkling water at the end keeps the fizz alive and the whole drink feeling light and lively. It comes together directly in the glass, so there's barely any cleanup and you're sipping in under five minutes. Whether you're hosting or just unwinding on a weeknight, this is the kind of drink that feels like a treat without any of the label-reading stress.
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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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