Paloma Pura Cocktail
Paloma Pura Cocktail
The Paloma is a Mexican drink of tequila and Fresca. Since we love all things natural, we use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice and a touch of soda water. These are a great Winter cocktail, while citrus fruits are at their best. Everyone who has tried this drink has loved it. Once you take a sip, you will make these all Winter long.
2 grapefruits, halved
1 juicy lime, halved
1 tablespoon sugar
2 oz. tequila
Soda water
2 fresh basil leaves (Seasonal option)
Squeeze the juice of the grapefruit and lime into a bowl, it should equal about 1 cup. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
Prepare two cocktail glasses with ice. Divide the juice between the glasses and pour 1 oz of tequila into each. Top off with a little bit of soda water.
If using basil, tear up the leaves and add to the glass.
Serves 2.
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I make the Paloma all the time, and it's a favorite of guests when I make it in pitchers to serve at parties. I also suggest this variation: replacing the soda water with Italian grapefruit soda (pummelo), Jarritos Toronja, Ting (Caribbean grapefruit soda), or just plain Squirt! I also add a bit of sea salt as well, and think it provides a nice touch that goes really well w/the grapefruit/tequila flavors.
Thanks Payman! The sea salt sounds great!
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