Paloma Recipe

Time8m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare glass
Run the lime wedge around the rim of a highball or Collins glass. Pour the coarse salt or Tajín onto a small plate, then dip the moistened rim into the salt to coat about half to three-quarters of the rim. Fill the glass with ice to chill while you mix.
2
Mix base
In a cocktail shaker (or mixing glass) add the blanco tequila (2 oz), fresh grapefruit juice (2 oz), fresh lime juice (0.5 oz), and simple syrup (0.5 oz). Add a handful of ice (about 4-6 large cubes) to the shaker.
3
Shake and strain
Shake vigorously for about 8–10 seconds until the outside of the shaker is chilled. Strain the mixture into the prepared ice-filled glass (over the ice).
4
Top and finish
Top the glass with club soda or sparkling water (about 2 oz). Gently stir once or twice to integrate, preserving effervescence. Taste and adjust: if you prefer sweeter, add 0.25–0.5 oz more simple syrup; for more tartness, add a few drops of lime juice.
5
Garnish
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge or wheel and optionally a lime wedge. Serve immediately with a straw or stirring stick.