Paloma With Grapefruit And Black Salt Rim Cocktail
This Paloma shines with fresh grapefruit juice, smooth tequila, a touch of agave, and a striking black salt rim for a subtle smoky finish. Refreshing, balanced, and perfect for any easy happy hour.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Citrus juicer
- Small plate
- Rocks glass
- Highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila or mezcal for smoky flavor
- 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz agave nectar or simple syrup
- 2.5 oz sparkling water or club soda
- black salt or coarse salt, for rim
- grapefruit wheel or lime wedge, for garnish
- ice cubes for shaking and serving
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass.
- Dip the rim in black salt until fully coated.
- Fill the glass with ice and set aside.
- Add tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar to a shaker.
- Add ice, shake for about 10 seconds, and strain into the prepared glass.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently and garnish with a grapefruit wheel or lime wedge.
Notes
Silver tequila for a crisp taste, mezcal for smoke. Adjust agave for sweetness and use fresh juice for best results. Black salt rim brings an earthy edge that pairs perfectly with the citrus.