
Bright, citrusy, and just a little herbaceous, this paloma is the kind of cocktail that makes any occasion feel like a celebration. The homemade rosemary-thyme simple syrup is the real star here — simmered with fresh herbs and steeped until fragrant, it adds a sophisticated, garden-fresh depth that no store-bought mixer can replicate. Blanco tequila, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and a hit of lime keep everything clean and vibrant, while chilled sparkling water gives it that satisfying effervescent lift. The salted rim ties it all together with a savory contrast that makes each sip pop. Naturally, every ingredient here — from the tequila to the fresh citrus to the herbs — is completely free of wheat, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. It's a genuinely elegant drink built from scratch with simple, whole ingredients that just happen to work perfectly for anyone avoiding gluten-containing grains. Make a double batch of that herbal syrup, because you're going to want another round.
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Combine the sugar, water, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the herbs steep for 10 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and faintly golden.
Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a small jar or bowl, pressing the herbs lightly to extract their oils. Discard the spent herbs. Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using.
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