Traditional Paloma

Believe it or not a Traditional Paloma doesn’t always have to include fresh grapefruit juice. In Mexico a Paloma is generally made with one part Silver Tequila to three parts grapefruit soda (Jarritos is the most common brand used in Mexico). It is meant to be a refreshing sparkling cocktail that is easy to make.  

Did you also know that a Paloma is the national drink of Mexico!?

Now if you want a more boujee version of a Paloma you can check out this Rosemary Paloma or if you want something made with real grapefruit juice check out this Fresh Grapefruit Paloma.

Or a fun tequila cocktail you may not heard of, that is similar to the paloma, is a Cantarito. It is served in fun clay cups called Jarrito de Barro!

Grapefruit Soda

Jarritos is the soda most commonly used in Mexico for traditional palomas. It is a mild grapefruit soda.

Here in the United States I can find it at my local Wal-Mart. Sometimes I can find it at a local grocery store in the aisle with other Mexican products.

If you cannot find Jarritos, Squirt Soda will work as a sub.

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Traditional Paloma

A traditional Paloma recipe made with just two ingredients: silver tequila and grapefruit soda.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Servings: 1 drink

Author: Susie Weinrich

Ingredients

• ▢ 2 oz silver tequila (also called Blanco tequila)
• ▢ 5 oz grapefruit soda Jarritos is traditional, see notes for other brands
• ▢ ice

Garnishes

• ▢ kosher salt and a grapefruit or lime wedge

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Instructions

• Run a grapefruit wedge or lime wedge around the rim of a tall cocktail glass. Dip lightly in kosher salt.
• Add ice, filling it to the rim.
• Pour in 2 oz silver tequila and then top with 5 oz grapefruit soda. Give it a light stir.
• Garnish with a fresh grapefruit or lime wedge.

For larger quantities:

• To make more than one paloma simply follow the rule of 1 part tequila to 3 parts grapefruit soda.

  Example for a pitcher: 1 cup tequila mixed with 3 cups grapefruit soda.

Notes:

Jarritos: I can usually find this Grapefruit Soda at my local Wal-Mart or in the Mexican food aisle of my grocery store. 

If you cannot find this brand you can sub Squirt or Fresca.

Tequila- Since you are mixing your silver tequila with sweet soda there is no reason to buy a really expensive bottle of tequila. Here are some brands that we love:

• Jose Cuervo Traditional $
• Cazadores $$
• Espolon $$
• Casamigos $$$

For a Paloma with fresh juice check out this Fresh Grapefruit Paloma Recipe.

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