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Paloma

Name: Paloma
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 oz silver tequila; 4 oz fresh grapefruit juice; 1/2 oz fresh lime juice; 1/4 oz simple syrup; 2 oz grapefruit soda or club soda; Coarse sea salt for rim; 1 lime wedge; 1 grapefruit wedge for garnish; Ice cubes

Bright, refreshing grapefruit and lime balance smooth silver tequila in this iconic Mexican cocktail that's endlessly sippable. The citrus-forward flavors pop with a hint of salt on the rim, while the effervescence keeps each sip lively and crisp. Perfect for warm afternoons, poolside gatherings, or whenever you need a drink that's both sophisticated and approachable.

Prep

5 minutes

Total

5 minutes

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Instructions

1
Run a lime wedge around the rim of a highball glass and dip the rim into coarse sea salt to coat.
2
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
3
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
4
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
5
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice.
6
Top with grapefruit soda or club soda and gently stir to combine.
7
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and serve immediately with a straw.