Sep 03 2026

Paloma Recipe

Time7m
Serves1

Patron Reposado, lime juice, agave, and grapefruit soda.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Method

Prepare Glass

  1. 1

    Salt the rim (optional)

    If you prefer a salted rim, rub the lime wedge around the outer rim of a highball or Collins glass. Spread the salt on a small plate and dip the rim lightly so the salt adheres. Set the glass aside.

Build the Cocktail

  1. 2

    Fill the prepared glass with ice to the top (about 1 cup).

  2. 3

    In a mixing glass or shaker, combine 2 oz Patrón Reposado, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz agave syrup. Add a few ice cubes to the shaker.

  3. 4

    Shake vigorously for about 8–10 seconds—just enough to chill and dilute slightly. You can also stir briefly if you prefer less dilution.

  4. 5

    Strain the tequila-lime-agave mixture into the ice-filled glass.

  5. 6

    Top gently with 4 oz chilled grapefruit soda. Pour slowly to preserve carbonation and avoid overflow; stir once gently with a bar spoon to combine.

Garnish & Serve

  1. 7

    Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim and, if desired, a grapefruit twist or wedge. Serve immediately with a straw or without, and provide a small spoon or stirrer for the guest to adjust sweetness.

  2. 8

    Taste and adjust: if you prefer sweeter, add an extra 0.25 oz agave; for more tartness, squeeze an additional 0.25 oz lime juice and stir.

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