Paloma Cocktail Recipe

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!  

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:

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add a good squeeze of lime juice, about half an ounce, and 2 oz of tequila. 
3. 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

1. Fill a pitcher with ice
2. Pour the lime juice and tequila. Gently stir.
3. Top with grapefruit soda. 
4. 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. 

More Cocktail Recipes:

• Blackberry Mojito
• Tequila Mojito
• The Best Mimosas
• Single Serve Sangria

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