Seeds Free Paleo Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this tequila-and-grapefruit cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm evening on a patio. A quick honey syrup made from just honey and water brings a natural sweetness that balances the tartness of fresh grapefruit and lime juice beautifully. Every ingredient here is straightforward and clean — blanco tequila, fresh-squeezed citrus, sea salt, and sparkling water — so there's nothing hidden to worry about. The salted rim adds that perfect savory contrast, and the chilled sparkling water gives it a satisfying effervescence that makes it feel genuinely special. Shaking it over ice until the shaker frosts up is a small but satisfying step that really pulls the whole drink together. Serve it immediately with a grapefruit wedge and you've got a cocktail that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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