This simple paloma cocktail recipe relies on two key ingredients: Tequila and grapefruit flavored soda. With a dash of lime, and a few quick tricks, you can have a refreshing cocktail in minutes!

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Tequila is my liquor. It is always the one I reach for when making a cocktail.
If you are anything like me, you will know that the bold flavor pairs unbelievably well with citrus flavors. Hence this recipe. My husband had a friend mention how dearly he loved a good paloma. One quick search on the internet led me to the incredibly easy tequila cocktail, and I will never look back.
All you need are a few basic ingredients and five minutes of your time.
Paloma Cocktail Ingredients:
To make this easy mixed drink you will need the following:
- Tequila- We prefer silver tequila like Jose Cuervo Blue Agave but any tequila will do. This is just a personal preference and what we find pairs best.
- Lime Juice- A fresh squeezed lime gives this the perfect citrus kick it needs and pairs beautifully with the grapefruit.
- Grapefruit soda- I have tried a few different brands and find that Izzie, Fresca, and Squirt are all delicious.
- Ice- Optional, but great when you like a nice chilled drink.
Best soda to mix with tequila:
What soda mixes well with tequila? Well, this is a tricky question. It is mostly based off of personal preference. Below are a few of our favorites. Add a squeeze of lime and top things off with any of the following for a fizzy cocktail that tastes delicious.
- Club soda
- Seltzer
- Ginger ale
- Ginger beer
- Grapefruit Soda, or any other fruity drink
How to make paloma cocktail recipe:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add a good squeeze of lime juice, about half an ounce, and 2 oz of tequila.
- Top with chilled grapefruit soda.
Easy as pie, right? You really cannot go wrong with this drink. It is quick, easy, and refreshing.
What is the best tequila for a paloma?
My brother swears by Milagro Silver while I live by Jose Cuervo. The common factor? Silver tequila is best. Here are a few brands you can try:
- Milagro Silver
- Jose Cuervo Blue Agave
- Chamucos Blanco Tequila
- Don Julio Blanco
- Avion Silver
Large Batch Paloma Cocktail Recipe:
Want to make this recipe for a crowd? Create pitcher palomas with this easy recipe.
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3/4 cups tequila
- 3 cups grapefruit soda
- ice
- Fill a pitcher with ice
- Pour the lime juice and tequila. Gently stir.
- Top with grapefruit soda.
- Add lime and grapefruit slices as desired.
Tips for this recipe:
- Do NOT use a cocktail shaker. The carbonation in the soda will cause this to explode into a giant mess.
- Line the rim of your glass with salt for added flavor.
- One lime is usually enough for two drinks.
- We use short glasses for our cocktails. For a more sweet flavor use a tall glass and more soda.
- Can’t find grapefruit soda? You can add fresh grapefruit juice and club soda in its place.
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Paloma Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
Single Serving:
- 1/2 oz lime juice about half a lime
- 2 oz tequila
- grapefruit soda
- ice
Pitcher (4 servings):
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3/4 cups tequila
- 3 cups sparkling grapefruit soda
- ice
Instructions
Single Serving:
- 1. Fill a glass with ice.
- 2. Add a good squeeze of lime juice, about half an ounce, and 2 oz of tequila.Â
- 3. Top with chilled grapefruit soda.Â
Pitcher (4 servings):
- 1. Fill a pitcher with ice.
- 2. Pour the lime juice and tequila into the pitcher. Gently stir.
- 3. Top with grapefruit soda and sliced limes if desired.
Notes
- Do NOT use a cocktail shaker. The carbonation in the soda will cause this to explode into a giant mess.Â
- Line the rim of your glass with salt for added flavor.Â
- One lime is usually enough for two drinks.Â
- We use short glasses for our cocktails. For a more sweet flavor use a tall glass and more soda.Â
- Can’t find grapefruit soda? You can add fresh grapefruit juice and club soda in its place.Â
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