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Refreshing Paloma cocktail with grapefruit soda, lime, and ice, served on a beachside table."

Paloma Cocktail: The Ultimate Guide to Making This Refreshing Drink

The Paloma cocktail is a refreshing and light drink made with tequila, grapefruit soda, and lime juice. Perfect for warm weather and casual gatherings, this easy-to-make cocktail balances the bitterness of grapefruit with the crispness of lime and the richness of tequila. Garnished with a lime or grapefruit wedge, it’s a must-try for any tequila lover.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Tequila (preferably Blanco or Reposado)

  • 4 oz (120 ml) grapefruit soda (e.g., Squirt or Jarritos)

  • 1/2 oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice

  • Salt (for rimming the glass, optional)

  • Ice cubes

  • Lime wedge or grapefruit slice for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glass: Optional – rim the glass with salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into salt.

  2. Mix the Ingredients: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes, then pour in the tequila and lime juice.

  3. Add Grapefruit Soda: Top off with the grapefruit soda and stir gently to combine.

  4. Garnish: Add a lime wedge or grapefruit slice on the rim for a festive touch.

  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately as a light, refreshing cocktail.

Notes

  • You can adjust the tequila amount for a stronger or lighter drink.

  • For a non-alcoholic version, replace tequila with sparkling water or extra grapefruit soda.

  • You can experiment with fresh grapefruit juice instead of soda for a more natural, less sugary taste.

  • Author: Alexander Jai
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Cocktail / Tequila-based drink
  • Method: Mixed
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: ~150-180 kcal (depending on the grapefruit soda used)
  • Sugar: 12-18 grams (depending on the brand of grapefruit soda)
  • Sodium: 5-10 mg
  • Fat: 0 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 0 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 15-20 grams
  • Fiber: 0 grams
  • Protein: 0 grams
  • Cholesterol: 0 grams

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