How to Make the Paloma

The Paloma is one of Mexico’s most loved cocktails, even if the Margarita tends to steal the spotlight abroad. Fresh, citrusy, and lightly bitter, it is the kind of drink that feels instantly refreshing.

Traditionally made with tequila and grapefruit soda, it is all about ease and balance. It has a long history as a go to drink in Mexico, especially on warm afternoons when something light and thirst quenching is exactly what is needed.

Why Lush Life Loves It

I always find myself ordering this when I want something that feels effortless. It is less predictable than a Margarita and somehow always feels like the right choice when the sun is out.

Here is the recipe

Paloma

Susan

Refreshing grapefruit fizz meets tequila's kick! A zesty, citrusy Mexican delight that'll make your taste buds dance.

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Cook Time 7 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Course Cocktails

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 1

Calories 181 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail Jigger
• 1 Ice Cube Tray
• 1 Rocks Glasses
• 1 Bar Spoon

Ingredients

 

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• 2 ounces tequila (or mezcal for a smokier cocktail)
• 4 ounces grapefruit soda
• ½ ounce fresh lime juice
• Garnish with a wheel of grapefruit

Instructions

 

• Wet the rim of a highball glass with the grapefruit wheel
• Dip the rim in salt
• Add ice
• Stir all ingredients together.
• Garnish with a wheel of grapefruit

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.01gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 19mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg

Keyword Paloma, Tequila

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