Blood Orange Paloma Recipe

Time8m

Serves1

Make Blood Orange Paloma Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare glass
Rub the rim of a highball or Collins glass with the lime wedge. Lightly dip the rim into the fine sea salt spread on a small plate to create a thin salt rim. Set the glass aside.
2
Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, fresh blood orange juice, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup. Add a handful of ice (about 4-6 large cubes) to the shaker.
3
Shake
Secure the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds until the exterior is chilled and slightly frosty. This chills and dilutes the mixture slightly for balance.
4
Strain and build
Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice (crushed or cubes, about 1 cup). Strain the shaken mixture over the ice. Top with the chilled grapefruit soda (about 3 oz) and stir gently once or twice with a bar spoon to combine without flattening the soda.
5
Taste and adjust
Taste the Paloma and, if needed, add up to 0.25 oz more agave syrup for sweetness or a squeeze of lime for more acidity. Stir gently to incorporate any adjustments.

6
Garnish the drink with a blood orange wheel or wedge on the rim and a lime wedge tucked alongside. Serve immediately with a straw if desired.