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Paloma Cocktail

This refreshing Paloma Cocktail is made with a deliciously vibrant blend of tequila, grapefruit and lime juice with a touch of simple syrup and splash of club soda.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Tornadough Alli

Ingredients

  • Ice
  • 2 oz. tequila
  • 2 oz. grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz. lime juice
  • 1 tsp simple syrup plus more for rim
  • Salt for rim
  • 2 oz club soda

Instructions

  • Fill a cocktail shaker about ⅔ with ice and add the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Cover and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
  • Dip the rim of a cocktail glass in simple syrup then into salt and fill halfway with ice.
  • Strain the shaker into the cocktail glass and top with club soda.
  • Garnish with a lime slice and grapefruit wedge.

Notes

  1. We use clear tequila for this recipe. 
  2. Use fresh squeezed or refrigerated grapefruit juice for this recipe, DO NOT use shelf stable juice.
  3. Use fresh squeezed lime juice for best flavor.
  4. Simple syrup can be omitted or increased depending on desired sweetness.
  5. Salt rim can be omitted. 
  6. You can use sodas listed above if you don't like the flavor of straight grapefruit juice.

Nutrition

Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg