Pistachio Free Classic Paloma

Total time5 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

(15)

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 natural tartness that pairs beautifully with blanco tequila and a squeeze of lime. A touch of agave syrup rounds out the acidity without making things overly sweet, and a sparkling water topper keeps every sip lively and effervescent. The salted rim adds that perfect savory contrast that takes the whole thing from good to genuinely great. Because this recipe is built entirely from fresh fruit, spirits, and pantry staples, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no store-bought mixes, no mystery additives, just clean and simple ingredients you can feel good about. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a glass, some ice, and a quick stir, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

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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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