Emulsifier Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this classic 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, delivering that signature bittersweet punch that no bottled mixer can replicate. Every single ingredient ā tequila, fresh citrus, agave syrup, sparkling water ā is naturally free from emulsifiers, so there's nothing to scrutinize on a label or swap out. Commercially made cocktail mixes and flavored sodas are notorious for sneaking in additives, but building this drink from scratch means you know exactly what's in your glass. The agave syrup brings just enough sweetness to balance the tart lime and grapefruit without tipping into cloying territory, and the sparkling water keeps it light and lively. A salted rim and a wedge of grapefruit finish it off with that satisfying bar-quality touch you can pull off right at home.
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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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