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Paloma With Grapefruit And Thyme Cocktail

Paloma With Grapefruit And Thyme Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing Paloma cocktail combines bright grapefruit, smooth tequila, and subtle fresh thyme. Light, crisp, and perfect for warm days, it's an easy way to give your classic Paloma a herbal twist.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Bar spoon
  • Fine strainer
  • Citrus juicer
  • Small plate
  • Rocks glass
  • Highball glass
  • Ice cubes
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients

  • 2 oz silver tequila or blanco tequila
  • 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave nectar, adjust as you like
  • 2 oz sparkling water or grapefruit soda
  • salt for the rim
  • ice cubes for shaking and serving
  • 1 sprig thyme small, for garnish

Instructions

  • Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it in salt.
  • Toss some ice into your cocktail shaker.
  • Pour in the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake it up for about 10 seconds, just until it’s chilled.
  • Strain into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Top off with sparkling water or grapefruit soda.
  • Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a small thyme sprig or a thin slice of grapefruit.

Notes

Use fresh grapefruit juice for best flavor. Try mezcal for a smoky twist, or skip the syrup for a less sweet drink. A thyme-infused simple syrup (simmer equal parts sugar and water with a few thyme sprigs, then cool) adds extra herbal flavor.