BHA & BHT Free Classic Tequila Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this classic tequila cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm evening on a patio. What makes it especially clean is that every single ingredient is whole and unprocessed ā fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, blanco tequila, and sparkling water ā so there's no need to scrutinize labels for synthetic preservatives like BHA or BHT that often sneak into bottled mixers and pre-made cocktail syrups. The salted rim adds a satisfying savory contrast to all that tart citrus, and a touch of agave syrup lets you dial in the sweetness exactly to your taste. Squeezing your own grapefruit is the real secret here ā it delivers a vivid, slightly bitter brightness that no store-bought juice can match. Everything comes together in just a few simple steps, making this just as easy to pull off for a solo weeknight treat as it is for a round of drinks with friends.
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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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