Paloma Cocktail
The Paloma cocktail is a light, unique combination that pairs tart grapefruit with silky tequila and a squeeze of lime. Constructed over ice in a tall glass, it's finished with a splash of fizzy grapefruit soda, and whereas syrupy or spirit-forward cocktails can feel heavy, the Paloma cocktail provides lift and lightness—an unstructured rhythm in drink for
Ingredients
Serves1- Check off ingredients
- 30mL tequila
- 90mL grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 10mL lime juice
- 30mL soda water
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Grapefruit wedge, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- Step 1
In a highball glass, combine tequila, grapefruit juice, and lime juice with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 2
Stir carefully for 20 seconds to incorporate, then cool evenly to ensure the citrus is well integrated.
- Step 3
Top with soda water and gently mix to preserve effervescence and balance without losing carbonation.
- Step 4
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge to enhance the scent, while a salt rim, if used, delicately contrasts the cocktail's tart profile.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Salt half the rim of the glass to provide the consumer with a choice of salted or unsalted mouthfuls for a dynamic flavour profile.
Serving Tip 1
Serve the Paloma cocktail in a highball glass filled with big ice cubes to cool the drink without over-dilution or loss of flavour.
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