Capsaicin Free Classic Tequila Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this tequila-based cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm evening on a patio. Fresh grapefruit juice and a squeeze of lime do all the heavy lifting here, delivering a tart, lightly sweet flavor that sparkling water lifts into something genuinely special. For anyone who needs to avoid capsaicin, cocktail menus can be a minefield ā spicy margaritas and chili-rimmed drinks have become trendy enough that ordering out sometimes feels like a gamble. This one keeps things clean and heat-free from start to finish, with a classic salted rim and nothing but pure citrus and blanco tequila in the glass. The optional agave syrup lets you dial in just a touch of sweetness if the grapefruit runs a little tart, and the whole thing comes together in under five minutes. It's the kind of cocktail that looks impressive but asks almost nothing of you ā just squeeze, pour, stir, and sip.
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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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