Pumpkin Paloma Cocktail
This Pumpkin Paloma brings together crisp tequila, zesty grapefruit, and smooth pumpkin puree for a playful autumn twist on the classic Paloma. Sweet, tart, and subtly spiced, it's festive yet easy to make—perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday parties.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Strainer
- Tall tumbler or highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Small plate (for rimming glass)
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 oz pumpkin puree not pie filling
- 0.5 oz lime juice fresh
- 0.5 oz agave syrup or honey
- 2 oz grapefruit soda or sparkling water
- ice cubes
- salt or sugar for rimming glass
- lime wheel for garnish, optional
- fresh grapefruit slice for garnish, optional
- cinnamon stick for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Rim the top of your glass with lime and dip in salt or sugar.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, grapefruit juice, pumpkin puree, agave syrup, and lime juice.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the drink into the prepared glass.
- Gently stir with a bar spoon. Garnish with lime, grapefruit, or a cinnamon stick if desired.
Notes
Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Adjust sweetness by adding more or less agave syrup. For a lighter drink, use sparkling water instead of soda. No shaker? Stir ingredients well in the glass. Letting the cocktail rest for a minute helps the flavors blend. Taste and adjust lime or syrup as needed.