Spicy Mezcal Paloma
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Spicy Mezcal Paloma
Description
This cocktail begins with fresh-pressed juice from large grapefruits, delivering a vibrant and slightly bitter citrus base that complements the smokiness of mezcal. Jalapeños are muddled with lime juice to release their subtle heat before straining out seeds, ensuring a smooth spicy flavor without harsh bits. The mezcal and triple sec add complexity and a hint of sweetness to balance the tartness of grapefruit and lime.
Served over ice and topped with club soda, the drink gains a refreshing effervescence. A lime-rimmed glass and a grapefruit peel garnish add to the presentation and accentuate the citrus profile. The Spicy Mezcal Paloma fits well as a spirited refreshment for warm weather or gatherings.
The recipe notes emphasize the superiority of fresh grapefruit juice over store-bought options for the best flavor. Using freshly squeezed juice enhances the cocktail’s brightness and natural complexity significantly.
Ingredients
- 3 grapefruit juice roughly 4-6oz of juice per fruit, from large grapefruits
- 6 oz mezcal
- 3 oz triple sec
- 2 lime
- 2 jalapeños
- 12 oz club soda Pamplemousse La Croix
Instructions
- Using a juice reamer, squeeze the juice from 3 large grapefruits and set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, add diced jalapeños and the juice from one lime. Spend 2-3 minutes muddling the jalapeños into the lime juice.
- Then, strain the seeds from the juice.
- Add mezcal, triple sec, the juice from the second lime, and all of the grapefruit juice. Shake together.
- If you’d like, rim a glass with fresh lime and garnish with salt or sugar before pouring the cocktails.
- Pour Paloma mixture over ice into cups. Top with club soda and serve with a grapefruit peel.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Using fresh grapefruit juice greatly improves the cocktail’s flavor compared to store-bought juice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cocktail | |
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 81g | 27% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 253mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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