Description
This fresh grapefruit Paloma combines blanco tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup for a bright, refreshing cocktail that comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
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- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- 4 ounces fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- Grapefruit wedge, lime wedge, grapefruit peel, or lime peel, for garnish (optional)
- Soda water or club soda, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Add the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to an ice-filled cocktail shaker.
- Shake for about 15 seconds, until well chilled.
- Strain into an ice-filled highball glass.
- Top with soda water or club soda, if desired.
- Garnish with grapefruit or lime.
Notes
- Use what you have for grapefruit, but Pink or Ruby Red grapefruit works great!
- Make your own simple syrup to save money. It is very easy.
- Blanco tequila keeps the cocktail bright, crisp, and citrus-forward.