Paloma Featuring Grapefruit Soda Cocktail
A bright, citrusy Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime, and grapefruit soda. Crisp, refreshing, and easy to whip up—perfect for summer or anytime you want a fizzy, balanced drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Highball glass
- Citrus juicer
- Small plate
- Bar spoon
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila or tequila blanco
- 0.5 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
- 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice optional if using grapefruit soda
- 4 oz grapefruit soda
- 0.25 oz simple syrup or agave nectar, to taste
- coarse salt for the rim
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into coarse salt.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Combine tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit juice (if you’re using it) in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake briefly to chill.
- Pour that mix into your prepared glass.
- Top with grapefruit soda and stir gently.
- Taste, then adjust with simple syrup or agave nectar if you want it sweeter.
Notes
Silver tequila blends easily with citrus and keeps things smooth. For a lighter drink, use more soda and less tequila. Less sweet? Swap soda for club soda plus fresh grapefruit juice. A pinch of salt in the drink—not just the rim—can boost the flavors. Chill all ingredients before mixing for best results.