Dairy Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a sun-drenched patio no matter where you actually are. Fresh grapefruit juice does the heavy lifting here, bringing a bittersweet tang that pairs beautifully with the clean, grassy notes of blanco tequila. A squeeze of lime and just a touch of agave syrup round everything out without tipping it into overly sweet territory. The salted rim adds that perfect savory contrast that makes each sip more interesting than the last. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy ā from the freshly squeezed citrus to the sparkling water finish ā there's nothing to swap or substitute; it just works exactly as written. Stir it together right in the glass for minimal cleanup, and serve it immediately while the bubbles are still lively.
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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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