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Fresh Grapefruit Paloma

By Susie Weinrich · Date Jul 25, 2021· Leave a Comment · May contain affiliate links.

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A Paloma is a classic grapefruit cocktail that is made with grapefruit soda and tequila. It is a refreshing, slightly sweet and bitter cocktail. We have elevated this Paloma recipe by using fresh grapefruit juice and agave. If you love grapefruit then this is the perfect cocktail for you!

Paloma in a tall glass with a lime on the side

If you love grapefruit cocktails, definitely check out this recipe for a Whole Pitcher of Grapefruit Margaritas or Rosemary Paloma!

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1 Why This is a Great Drink
2 Ingredients
3 Related Tequila Cocktail Recipes
4 Did you make this recipe?
5 Fresh Grapefruit Paloma Recipe

Why This is a Great Drink

  • We elevate the Paloma cocktail by using fresh grapefruit juice instead of just grapefruit soda.
  • The agave syrup blends with the tequila and gives the cocktail the perfect amount of sweetness.
  • It is a great alternative to a Traditional Lime Margarita.

Ingredients

The fresh ingredients of a Paloma makes it so good! You can use fresh squeezed grapefruit juice or in a pinch use a store bought juice.

Ingredients for a Paloma

Tequila – for a paloma I definitely prefer a silver/blanco tequila. The limey saltiness pairs perfectly with the grapefruit. However, a reposado would be nice too!

I wouldn’t recommend an anejo, leave that for more liquor forward cocktails like the Tequila Cobbler.

Here are some of the tequila brands that we like here at Mom’s Dinner:

  1. Casamigos ($$$)
  2. Cazadores ($$$)
  3. Espolon ($$)
  4. Jose Cuervo Traditional ($)

Grapefruit – To keep this a nice elevated cocktail we recommend using fresh squeezed grapefruit juice. However if you are making more than 3 cocktails you might want to buy a quality grapefruit juice at the store.

If you are having a full on party check out this Grapefruit Margarita Pitcher, it’s easy to put together and everyone can pour their own drink!

Related Tequila Cocktail Recipes

  • Tequila lemonade in a tall glass with a bottle of tequila to the side
    Tequila Lemonade
  • Rosemary Paloma Cocktail garnished with rosemary sprigs
    Rosemary Paloma
  • a cocktail glass with tequila, orange and jalapeno
    Orange Jalapeno Tequila Cooler
  • tequila sour in a coupe glass with a shaker and fruit in the background
    Frothy Tequila Sour Cocktail
  • Anejo Tequila Cobbler cocktail in a glass with crushed ice
    Anejo Tequila Cobbler
  • ranch Water cocktail in a mason jar with a bottle of Topo Chico
    Authentic Ranch Water

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Paloma cocktail in a tall glass with salt on the rim and a lime garnish

Fresh Grapefruit Paloma Recipe

An elevated recipe for a Classic Grapefruit Paloma
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Author: Susie Weinrich

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces fresh squeezed grapefruit juice - **
  • 1.5 ounces silver tequila
  • 0.5 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
  • .25 ounces up to .5 ounces agave syrup - (depending how sweet you like your cocktails)
  • 2 ounces club soda

Serving

  • grapefruit wedges/pieces or lime wedges/wheels
  • kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Prep a glass by running a grapefruit piece around half or the whole rim. Dip in kosher salt so it sticks to the rim.
    Fill the glass with crushed ice.
  • In a cocktail shaker add some ice cubes. Pour in the grapefruit juice, tequila, lime juice and agave.
    If you don't like it sweet just add .25 oz agave. If you like it sweeter go up to .50 oz.
  • Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
  • Stain into your prepared glass, top with club soda/soda water. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge or lime wheel.

Recipe Tips and Notes:

**Grapefruit Juice- can also use good store bought juice, especially if you have to make more than 3 drinks! If you are having a party this Grapefruit Margarita Pitcher recipe would be awesome and easy!
To change up the Paloma flavor profile a little you can also check out this Rosemary Paloma Recipe! 
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