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Smoky Paloma With Mezcal And Tequila Blend Cocktail

Smoky Paloma With Mezcal And Tequila Blend Cocktail Recipe
A bold twist on the Paloma, blending smoky mezcal, crisp tequila, fresh grapefruit, and lime juice. Finished with a salted rim and bubbles—complex, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Citrus juicer
  • Rocks glass or highball glass
  • Small plate
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 1 oz mezcal
  • 1 oz tequila blanco
  • 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 0.5 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave syrup
  • 2 oz grapefruit soda for topping
  • sea salt for the rim
  • ice for shaking and serving
  • grapefruit wedge or rosemary sprig for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Rim the glass with lime juice and dip it into sea salt.
  • Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add mezcal, tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake for 10–15 seconds until nicely chilled.
  • Strain into a salt-rimmed glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Top with grapefruit soda and stir gently.
  • Garnish with a grapefruit wedge or rosemary sprig.

Notes

Use more tequila than mezcal for a lighter drink. Agave syrup gives a deeper sweetness. A pinch of sea salt wakes up the citrus. Chill the glass before serving for a colder drink. Rosemary garnish adds herbal aroma that pairs well with mezcal.