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Perfect Paloma Cocktail Recipe

The ultimate Paloma cocktail recipe balances premium tequila with fresh grapefruit juice and a signature citrus-salt rim. This refined version of Mexico's favorite cocktail delivers sophisticated flavors perfect for the discerning home bartender.
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A paloma cocktail with ice and a red citrus slice garnish sits on a tiled surface.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz grapefruit juice
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 2 oz tequila
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Sparkling water too top
  • Salt for rim
  • Grapefruit zest for rim

Instructions

  • Combine the salt and grapefruit zest in a shallow plate.
  • Run a lime wedge over the edge of a glass and dip the glass into the salt mixture. Set aside.
  • Add the grapefruit juice, lime juice, tequila and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
  • Fill with ice and shake until chilled.
  • Fill the glass with ice and strain the cocktail into the glass.
  • Top with sparkling water and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
Servings: 1 cocktail
Author: Kita