Coconut Free Classic Tequila Paloma

Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this tequila-and-grapefruit cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm evening on a patio. It's built on blanco tequila, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and a hit of lime — nothing fussy, nothing hidden. Many store-bought cocktail mixers and flavored sparkling beverages sneak in coconut water or coconut-derived sweeteners, which can make ordering or mixing drinks a bit of a guessing game. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can shake things up with total confidence. The optional agave syrup adds just a whisper of sweetness to balance the tart citrus, and the sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz without any unwanted additions. A salted rim ties the whole thing together, playing off the grapefruit's natural bitterness in the best possible way. Simple to assemble and genuinely delicious, this is the kind of cocktail you'll come back to again and again.

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