Chestnut Free Paleo Paloma

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

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Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this tequila-based cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm-weather celebration. A quick honey syrup made from just honey and water brings natural sweetness without refined sugar, keeping things clean and paleo-friendly from the very first sip. Fresh grapefruit juice and lime juice do all the heavy lifting on flavor, giving you that tart, tangy punch that no bottled mixer can replicate. A pinch of fine sea salt — both in the shaker and on the rim — ties everything together and makes the citrus pop in the best possible way. Topping it off with chilled sparkling water keeps the whole thing effervescent and easy-drinking without adding anything unnecessary. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree-nut concerns, so you can mix and serve with total confidence. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge and hand one to a friend — this one disappears fast.

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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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