Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this tequila paloma is the kind of cocktail that tastes like a warm evening on a patio. Fresh grapefruit juice and a squeeze of lime do all the heavy lifting here, giving you that perfect balance of tart and slightly sweet without any complicated syrups or mixers to track down. The salted rim adds a savory edge that makes every sip pop, and a splash of sparkling water keeps the whole thing light and effervescent. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, cocktails can be a minefield — many pre-made mixes and flavored spirits sneak in unexpected ingredients — but this one is built entirely from clean, straightforward components you can trust. Blanco tequila is distilled from agave, the grapefruit and lime are freshly squeezed, and the optional agave syrup is exactly what it sounds like. There's nothing hidden, nothing processed, just a genuinely delicious drink that comes together in minutes. Serve it immediately while the ice is cold and the bubbles are still lively.
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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.
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
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