The Paloma is a tequila-based cocktail typically made using tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. If you don’t find yourself keeping grapefruit soda in the house, you can opt for grapefruit juice, simple syrup, and soda water instead like we did in this recipe. You can also try rimming the glass as you would a margarita. Sometimes called the working man’s drink, this refreshing citrus cocktail is a delightful way to help you beat the heat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Tequila Blanco
  • ½ oz. Simple Syrup
  • ½ oz. Lime Juice
  • 2  oz. Grapefruit Juice
  • Club Soda 
  • Grapefruit slice (to garnish)

Tools You’ll Need:

Jigger

Barspoon

Preparation Steps:

  1. Prepare a highball glass with ice cubes. 
  2. Pour all ingredients (except club soda) over the top of the ice cubes. 
  3. Stir rapidly in glass with a mixing spoon to chill.
  4. Top with club soda. 
  5. Garnish with a grapefruit twist or slice.