High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Paloma
The Paloma is one of those cocktails that tastes like it came from a beachside bar, bright and citrusy with just the right amount of fizz. What makes this version especially clean is that every drop of sweetness comes from agave syrup rather than the corn-syrup-laden sodas that most shortcuts rely on. Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and a splash of lime do all the heavy lifting here, delivering a tart, sun-soaked flavor that no bottled mixer can match. The salted rim adds a savory contrast that makes each sip genuinely addictive. Since you're building the drink directly in the glass with sparkling water to top, there's no mystery ingredient hiding in a pre-mixed bottle. It's a simple, satisfying pour that proves you don't need processed sweeteners to get a cocktail this good.
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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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