Paloma Cocktail Recipe – Cookie and Kate

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Do you like Paloma good? Me too. The Paloma is a sparkling cocktail of grapefruit, lime and tequila, and is of Mexican origin. If you enjoy Greyhound, Grapefruit Margarita or Farm waterThis refreshing drink is the perfect choice for you.

South of the border, Paloma drinks are typically made with grapefruit sodas like Squirt or Jarritos, which taste like Sprite to me. Here, They are often mixed up by bartenders. With fresh grapefruit juice and sparkling water instead. I prefer my drink to be less sweet and more acidic, so I like the made-from-scratch option.

This paloma recipe is made from scratch with basic ingredients. You will need tequila, fresh grapefruit, and lime, simple syrup (It’s super easy to make), and Topo Chico or sparkling water. You can make it at home with high-quality tequila and you’ll enjoy a better Paloma for less money than you might pay at a restaurant.

To make this paloma, we will shake everything except the topo chico. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shaking the ingredients together gives you the kind of paloma you’d get at a fancy cocktail bar. It’s a short step that’s well worth the extra effort.

Finally, pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice and decorate with Topo Chico. To keep all those wonderful bubbles going, you can see how it all works in the short video below.

Paloma ingredients

This Paloma cocktail is made with five simple ingredients, plus an optional sprinkle of salt. Serve over ice in a tall glass. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:

1) White tequila

Tequila Blanco is the key. Tequila Blanco is also known as tequila plata, or white or silver tequila in English. Since it is bottled immediately after distillation, it is generally colorless and offers the purest tequila flavor. Aged tequila (reposado or añejo) has a smoky taste and is dominated by citrus flavors, so I wouldn’t recommend it for a Paloma.

For palomas, I recommend Casamigas, Espalon or Milagro. They are the best brands for me ever. Tequila cocktailsAlways choose 100% agave tequila so you know exactly what you’re buying. Cheap tequila blends contain a combination of alcohol and additives that can contribute to hangover headaches.

2 & 3) Fresh grapefruit and lemon

Fresh grapefruit and lemon taste better than store-bought juices.Fresh citrus juice reduces the taste of alcohol. To make one cocktail, you will need one small to medium lemon and half a grapefruit.

Juicing Tips: Cut the grapefruit into quarters and squeeze the juice into a measuring cup. To get the most juice out of the lemon, roll it vigorously under your hand on the work surface before cutting. I like to use This citrus juicer To get every last drop, squeeze the juice directly into the This is the measurement scale. (affiliate links).

4) Simple syrup

A small amount of simple syrup holds this cocktail together. It softens the alcohol and citrus flavours and gives a delicious flavour. To prepare simple syrupHeat equal amounts of water and sugar (or honey) in a small saucepan on the stove or in a bowl in the microwave. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

5) Topo Chico or sparkling water

Topo Chico, with its abundant small bubbles, produces an amazing Paloma. Mineragua is another delicious Mexican sparkling water. Otherwise, you can use any unflavored sparkling water or soda.

6) A very small pinch of salt

Salt is optional but enhances the overall flavour of the cocktail. Try your drink without it and then with it to taste the difference. Or you can top your drink with lemon juice and salt as you would a soda. Margarita.

Watch how to make paloma

Paloma differences

This cocktail is great as written, but here are some fun ways to change up the flavor. Pick one or two, like a mix of hot salt and fresh chili pepper.

• Make it salty: Coat the rim of the glass with lime juice, then with salt or tajín, a Mexican seasoning mix of chili peppers, lime, and sea salt.
• Make it spicy: Add a thin slice of fresh serrano pepper or jalapeño pepper to a cocktail shaker.
• Make it more refreshing: Add some cucumber slices to a cocktail shaker.
• Make it floral: St. Germain alcoholic drink substitute or Simple honey syrup For plain simple syrup.
• Add vanilla: Just one drop – no more – of vanilla extract tastes great.
• Add Aperol: Aperol gives a bittersweet Italian flavor that makes the drink bright orange. Since it’s sweet, try a half ounce of Aperol and split the simple syrup in half.
• Enhance citrus flavour: Add a drop or two of Angostura orange bitters to the bowl.

Paloma’s Presentation Suggestions

This naturally citrusy Mexican cocktail pairs perfectly with your favorite drink. Mexican and Tex-Mex recipesFor happy hour, offer. Guacamole, Cheese or sauce With tortilla chips. For dinner, try Enchilada, tacos or Quesadilla.

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