Artificial Food Coloring Free Classic Tequila Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and built entirely from real ingredients, this tequila paloma is the kind of cocktail that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a pre-made mixer. Bottled paloma mixes and canned cocktails are notorious for sneaking in synthetic dyes to achieve that pretty pink hue, but this version gets all of its color from freshly squeezed grapefruit juice ā no artificial anything required. Blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and a splash of sparkling water keep things clean and lively, while a salted rim adds that satisfying savory contrast with every sip. A touch of agave syrup is entirely optional, letting you dial in the sweetness to your own taste without relying on flavored syrups that often carry hidden additives. The whole drink comes together in minutes with just a glass, some ice, and a good squeeze of citrus. It's refreshing, it's gorgeous, and it's exactly what a paloma should be.
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1 serving
- 1 lime wedge, for rimming
- 1 tbsp coarse salt, for rimming
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice (from about Ā½ large grapefruit)
- Ā½ oz fresh lime juice
- Ā½ tsp agave syrup (optional)
- 3 oz sparkling water
For serving
- 1 grapefruit wedge or slice, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the coarse salt in a shallow, flat dish. Run the lime wedge around the outer rim of a highball glass or large rocks glass, then press and rotate the rim in the salt until evenly coated.
- 2
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
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