Yeast Free Classic Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes a warm afternoon feel like a proper occasion. Fresh grapefruit juice does the heavy lifting here, delivering that signature tart-sweet punch alongside a squeeze of lime and a touch of agave for balance. Because the fizz comes from plain sparkling water rather than any fermented mixer or flavored soda, the whole drink is naturally free from yeast ā no label-scanning required. Blanco tequila keeps things clean and crisp, and the salted rim adds just enough savory contrast to make every sip more interesting than the last. It comes together directly in the glass with a quick stir, so there's virtually no cleanup and no special equipment needed. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge and you've got something that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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