Shellfish Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere warm with good company. Fresh grapefruit juice does the heavy lifting here, bringing a natural tartness that pairs beautifully with the clean, grassy notes of blanco tequila. A squeeze of lime and a touch of agave syrup round everything out without tipping into sweetness, while sparkling water adds that satisfying effervescence right at the end. The salted rim is a small step that makes a big difference ā it sharpens every sip and gives the whole glass a polished, bar-quality finish. Every ingredient is straightforward and naturally free from any ocean-derived additions, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your glass. Mix one up for a backyard gathering or a quiet evening wind-down, and don't skip the fresh-squeezed juice ā it's what sets this apart from anything you'd pour from a bottle.
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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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