Macadamia Free Classic Paloma

Total time5 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

(15)

Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this cocktail is a warm-weather staple that delivers serious flavor with minimal effort. Fresh grapefruit juice does the heavy lifting here, bringing a bittersweet tang that pairs beautifully with blanco tequila and a squeeze of lime. A touch of agave syrup rounds out the acidity without making things cloying, and a sparkling water topper keeps every sip lively and light. The salted rim adds that satisfying savory contrast that makes you want to go back for another sip before you've even finished the first. Everything in this glass is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about unexpected ingredients sneaking in. It comes together in minutes right in the serving glass — no shaker, no fuss, no cleanup drama. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or just unwinding after a long day, this is the kind of drink that feels a little special without asking much of you at all.

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Ingredients

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 ½ large grapefruit)
½ oz fresh lime juice
½ tsp agave syrup
2–3 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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