Spicy Paloma Recipe
A twist on the classic with jalapeño
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Rim a highball glass with salt by running a lime wedge around the rim and then dipping it into salt. Set aside.
- 2
Muddle Jalapeño
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 slices of jalapeño. Muddle gently to release the heat and flavor.
- 3
Combine Liquids
Add the tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with the muddled jalapeño.
- 4
Shake It Up
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass filled with ice.
- 6
Top with Club Soda
Carefully pour the club soda over the top of the cocktail to add fizz.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a wedge of grapefruit and a sprig of fresh cilantro.