Vegetarian Paleo Paloma
This bright, citrusy cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm-weather celebration. Fresh grapefruit juice and a squeeze of lime bring bold, tangy flavor, while a simple honey syrup made from scratch adds just the right touch of natural sweetness without any refined sugar. The salted rim ties everything together, giving you that perfect contrast between savory and tart in every sip. Because every ingredient here is whole and plant-based, there's no need to second-guess what's in your glass — just pure, clean flavor from start to finish. Shaking it over ice until the shaker frosts up ensures the drink is perfectly chilled and beautifully balanced when it hits the glass. Top it off with sparkling water for a little effervescence, and you've got a cocktail that feels both refreshing and a little fancy without much effort at all.
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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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