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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Drinks

    Rosemary Paloma

    Published: Oct 25, 2018 · Modified: Oct 6, 2020 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 3 Comments

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    Tequila is one of my go-to mixers when I want to have a cocktail. I like the salty flavor of tequila, I love a shot of tequila followed by salt and a lime, and I love a tequila mixed drink. However I don’t always love a super sweet drink, like a margarita.

    That is one reason I really love this recipe for Rosemary Palomas. It has the salty tequila flavor that I love, mixed with a tart grapefruit juice and just a hint of sweetness from the rosemary infused Triple Sec.

    Two glasses of Rosemary Paloma with a rosemary sprig garnish

    The rosemary flavor in this cocktail is just a hint of piney earthiness. It has just the right amount of rosemary flavor to compliment the salty tequila and tart grapefruit.

    I had a drink similar to this Rosemary Paloma at a restaurant here in Kansas City. Their version had a rosemary infused simple syrup and a smoked rosemary swizzle. I will not be smoking rosemary in my kitchen… nor will I ask you to!

    What is a Paloma?

    A Paloma is a tequila based drink that is usually mixed with some sort of grapefruit soda. It is served on the rocks. Adding a lime wedge and salt on the rim is optional.

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    three glass of Rosemary Paloma on a board with a bottle of Jose Cuervo to the side

    How to Make a Rosemary Paloma

    Start by infusing the Triple Sec with fresh rosemary.

    Over low heat in a small sauce pan bruise one or two rosemary sprigs with the handle of a wooden spoon or a drink muddler. Add a ½ cup of the triple sec to the pan and warm for 5-10 minutes (add more triple sec and rosemary if you are making a lot of drinks). Do not let it simmer or boil, you just want it to warm thru.

    Set that aside and let it cool.

    two glasses of Rosemary Paloma with rosemary sprig garnish, a bottle of tequila in the background

    Squeeze the juice from 1-2 fresh grapefruits. Remove any seeds that are in the juice.

    If you are making a lot of cocktails for a party then I recommend finding a good bottled grapefruit juice that does not have sugar added, so you still get the tartness of the grapefruit. Then garnish the glass with fresh cut grapefruit wedges.

    In a glass filled with ice add 1 part tequila, 2 parts grapefruit juice, and 1 part rosemary infused triple sec.

    Add a fresh rosemary sprig to the glass as a garnish and swizzle stick.

    three glasses of paloma with fresh rosemary sprig garnish, rosemary and fresh grapefruit laying on the table

    I hope you give this recipe for my Rosemary Paloma a try in your kitchen.

    Love- Susie

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    two glasses full of paloma cocktail garnished with rosemary

    Rosemary Paloma

    A tequila based drink that is mixed with fresh grapefruit juice and rosemary infused triple sec.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 1 drink
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Ingredients

    • 1 part silver tequila
    • 2 parts fresh grapefruit juice *see note
    • 1 part rosemary infused Triple Sec
    • fresh rosemary sprig- for garnish and swizzle

    Rosemary Infused Triple Sec

    • ½ cup triple sec
    • 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
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    Instructions

    Rosemary Infused Triple Sec

    • Place 1-2 fresh rosemary sprigs in a small pan over low heat. Bruise the rosemary by tamping it with the handle of a wooden spoon or a drink muddler. 
      Add ½ cup Triple Sec and let it warm with the rosemary for 5-10 minutes. Do not let it simmer or boil. (Note: ½ cup will make a few cocktails. To make a lot of drinks add more triple sec and a few more rosemary sprigs)
      Let the mixture cool slightly then discard the rosemary sprig.

    Rosemary Paloma

    • In a glass full of ice mix one part tequila, two parts fresh grapefruit juice, and one part rosemary infused Triple Sec. Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig. 

    Notes:

    A “part” is a unit of measure. For example:
    1 part tequila = 1 ounce, therefore 2 parts grapefruit juice = 2 ounces
    **Grapefruit Juice: If you are making a lot of cocktails for a party I recommend finding a good bottled grapefruit juice that does not have sugar added, so it is still tart. Then serve the cocktails with fresh cut grapefruit wedges added to the glass.
     
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    About Susie Weinrich

    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Jo

      July 22, 2021 at 10:37 am

      I love a good Paloma. I add hot sauce an chamoy plus I put Tajin around the rim. Yummy

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    2. Andrea Howe

      October 25, 2018 at 9:17 am

      5 stars
      I love a good Paloma, and made with rosemary? Sign me up! Can’t wait to make a batch this weekend

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      • Susie

        October 25, 2018 at 10:47 am

        You are going to LOVE it! Especially in California under the palm trees : )

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