Hazelnut Free Paleo Paloma

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

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This bright, citrusy cocktail is everything a warm-weather drink should be — tart, lightly sweet, and refreshingly fizzy. Fresh grapefruit juice and lime juice do the heavy lifting, balanced by a simple honey syrup that comes together in just a couple of minutes on the stovetop. The salted rim adds a savory contrast that makes every sip feel intentional and a little bit fancy. Many flavored cocktail syrups and pre-made mixers sneak in unexpected ingredients, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in your glass. Blanco tequila, fresh citrus, honey, and sparkling water are all naturally free from tree nut concerns, so there's no label-checking required here. It's paleo-friendly and genuinely crowd-pleasing, whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a Tuesday evening. Serve it immediately after shaking so the sparkling water stays lively and the ice keeps everything perfectly cold.

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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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