This Traditional Paloma Cocktail Recipe is quick and easy, and packs a punch! It’s perfect anytime of the year, but especially great on hot days.
Similar to a margarita, the Paloma drink calls for a mix of lime juice and grapefruit soda (or juice as you will see below in the low calorie version) in place of the traditional margarita mix.
Traditional Paloma Cocktail
Created in Tequila, Mexico, the Paloma is the unique creation of Don Javier Delgado Corona, owner and bartender at La Capilla Bar.
You can make this drink the traditional way, low calorie, and even non alcoholic. I have supplied more versions below! It is traditionally served in a highball glass, but any glass will work.
Paloma Drink Garnishes
Just like a margarita, the Paloma traditionally is served with a salt rim. But you can get creative with the garnishes to make this drink extra fun and pretty.
- Salt rim
- Lime wheel
- Rosemary sprig
- Grapefruit wedge
Printable Recipe Card for Paloma Cocktails
This traditional cocktail is tart and delicious, and best with silver tequila. Though any tequila will work. Because of the strong citrus flavor, a middle shelf tequila will work.
Here are a few more ways to make this yummy traditional cocktail. They are just as easy as the traditional recipe!
More Ways to Make a Paloma Drink:
Traditional Paloma Cocktail
Course: Traditional CocktailsCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy1
servings3
minutes197
kcal3
minutesThis traditional Paloma Cocktail is made with tequila and grapefruit soda. If you are looking for a low calorie version, see above for that option!
Ingredients
2 ounces silver tequila
1/2 ounce fresh squeezed lime juice
3-4 oz grapefruit soda, chilled
- Garnish:
1 lime wheel
Salt Rim
Directions
- Rub a lime wedge around the edge of a cocktail glass, and dip the rim in salt.
- Add the tequila and lime juice to the glass, mix together then fill the glass with ice.
- Top with grapefruit soda, and gently mix.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
- Serve immediately.
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