Paloma Cocktail

Name: Paloma Cocktail
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Mexico
Ingredients: 50 ml of tequila; 100 ml of juice from grapefruit (pink, fresh); 10 ml of juice from lime; 60 ml of water (sparkling); 1 tsp of agave syrup; ice cubes; 1 slice of grapefruit; 1 sprig of rosemary (fresh)

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The Paloma is a Mexican cocktail made with tequila and pink grapefruit. 🍹 It is fresh and bitter.

Total time: 5 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: –
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €2.80

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 8

servings

Estimated cost €2.80

Equipment

Shakeror airtight jar
Citrus juicer
Mixing spoon
Tall tumbler

Instructions

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Squeeze the juice of half a pink grapefruit (or use ready-made juice). Do the same for the lime.

In a shaker (or a glass if you don't have one), pour in the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and the agave syrup if you want to sweeten it.
Shake vigorously or stir well with a spoon.
Fill your glass with ice cubes.
Pour the mixture over the ice, then top with sparkling water or grapefruit soda, to taste.
Garnish with a grapefruit slice and a rosemary sprig for an aromatic touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy ice cold.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

128kcal

Protein0 g0%
Carbs9 g100%
Fat0 g0%
Fiber1 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

Quickly flame the rosemary sprig with a lighter before placing it in the glass to add an irresistible smoky aroma! It will enhance the citrus notes 🍊🔥

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

The juices break down and the texture of the spirits changes when frozen.

Storage : How long does it keep?

The base (tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave syrup) keeps for 24 hours max, refrigerated in an airtight bottle. Add sparkling water and ice when serving.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The grapefruit and lime juices can be squeezed the day before. Refrigerate the tequila and agave syrup. Keep chilled.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable. Chilled drink.

Variations

Top with grapefruit soda instead of sparkling water.
Garnish with a grapefruit slice and a rosemary sprig.
Add a little agave syrup to sweeten.

Mistakes to avoid

Using store-bought grapefruit juice for everything: squeeze half a pink grapefruit if possible.
Serving without ice: fill the glass with ice cubes before pouring.
Forgetting to mix: shake vigorously or stir well with a spoon.

Frequently asked questions

Comment faire un Paloma ?

Mix 50 ml of tequila, 100 ml of pink grapefruit juice, 10 ml of lime juice, and a little agave syrup, pour over ice, top with 60 ml of sparkling water, and garnish.

Quel pamplemousse utiliser ?

Squeeze the juice of half a fresh pink grapefruit or use ready-made juice. The grapefruit brings the cocktail its freshness and bitterness.

Avec quoi allonger le Paloma ?

Top with sparkling water or grapefruit soda, depending on your taste. The recipe uses 60 ml of sparkling water.

Comment décorer un Paloma ?

Add a grapefruit slice and a rosemary sprig for an aromatic touch. Alcohol is for adults only and should be consumed in moderation.