Paloma Cocktail

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    150 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Paloma Cocktail

The Paloma Cocktail blends tequila and lime juice with grapefruit soda for a refreshingly tangy and lightly sweet drink. Often served over ice in a highball glass, it can be rimmed with salt to enhance the citrus notes. This simple ratio creates a balanced cocktail suitable for casual sipping or social gatherings.

Description

The Paloma Cocktail combines tequila and fresh lime juice poured over ice, then topped with grapefruit soda. The drink emphasizes bright, citrus flavors paired with the distinctive character of tequila. Optionally, the glass rim can be salted by rubbing it with lime and dipping in salt, which adds a savory contrast to the drink’s sweetness and tartness.

Prepared in a highball glass, this cocktail is modestly refreshing and not overly complicated, making it suitable for many occasions. Garnishing with a lime wedge adds aroma and visual appeal.

For a less strong drink, letting the ice melt slightly helps dilute the alcohol while preserving flavor, helpful for extended sipping.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 1/2 oz tequila
  • 1/2 oz. lime juice
  • 1/2 c. grapefruit soda
  • lime wedge
  • salt optional, for rim

Instructions

  1. In a highball glass filled with ice, combine tequila and lime juice. Top with soda. Garnish with lime.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 150kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Sodium 12mg (1%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin C 4.3mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 150kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Sodium 12mg 1%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin C 4.3mg 5%

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

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