Capsaicin Free Paleo Paloma

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

5.0

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Bright, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling tequila cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a celebration. Fresh grapefruit juice and a squeeze of lime bring bold, tangy flavor, while a simple honey syrup adds just enough natural sweetness to balance everything out — no refined sugar or artificial mixers needed. The salted rim is a classic touch that elevates every sip, and the chilled sparkling water gives it that satisfying, effervescent finish. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — there's nothing here that sneaks in heat, no spice blends, no flavored salts, just clean, whole ingredients from start to finish. Blanco tequila keeps the flavor profile crisp and light, letting the citrus do the heavy lifting. It comes together in minutes with a shaker and a handful of fresh ingredients, making it as practical as it is impressive.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the honey syrup

3 tbsp honey
3 tbsp water

For the cocktail

4 oz blanco tequila
¾ cup fresh grapefruit juice (from about 1 large grapefruit)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more for the rim
1 cup sparkling water, chilled
ice cubes, as needed

For serving

2 grapefruit wedges or slices (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 5 minutes until no longer steaming.
2
Spread a thin layer of fine sea salt on a small plate. Run a grapefruit wedge around the rim of each highball glass, then press the rim into the salt to coat.

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