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Classic Paloma with Mint

The classic Paloma is refreshing and bubbly thanks to fresh grapefruit and lime juice, sparkling water, and tequila. The addition of fresh mint is the perfect complement!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 drinks
Calories: 325 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces tequila silver or blanco
  • 4 ounces grapefruit juice
  • 2 ounces lime juice
  • 1 ounce light agave nectar plus more for the rim
  • 5-7 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 ounces sparkling water or club soda to fill to the top
  • kosher salt or coarse sea salt optional, for the rim
  • grapefruit slice optional, for garnish
  • ice

Instructions

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  1. Prepare two rocks glasses by dipping the rim into agave nectar, then rolling the rim in coarse salt, and fill with ice.
  2. To a cocktail shaker add the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar and shake for 30 seconds.
  3. Strain and pour the grapefruit juice mixture into the glasses, add the fresh mint leaves and fill to the top with club soda.
  4. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and/or lime, serve immediately, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If possible use fresh squeezed grapefruit and lime juice.
  • Make this non-alcoholic by eliminating the tequila and replace it with more club soda.
  • If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a touch more agave to taste.
  • For a more intense mint flavor, muddle the mint with the lime juice in the cocktail shaker before adding the ice, tequila, and grapefruit juice.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1drink Calories 325kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Potassium 210mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 44g (88%) Calcium 2mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2drinks

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325

% Daily Value*

Serving 1drink
Calories 325kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 53g 18%
Potassium 210mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 44g 88%
Calcium 2mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.