Tequila-Grapefruit Cocktails
Tequila-Grapefruit Cocktails, also known as Palomas, combine tangy grapefruit juice, smooth tequila, and fizzy soda. Mix one up for a refreshing drink today!
Equipment
- Citrus juicer or squeezer
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- 2 highball glasses
- Small plate (for salt)
- Spoon or stirrer
- Instructions:
Ingredients
- 4 ounces 120ml tequila blanco
- 8 ounces 240ml fresh grapefruit juice (about 2 large grapefruits)
- 2 ounces 60ml lime juice (about 1-2 limes)
- 1-2 tablespoons agave syrup - adjust to taste
- Club soda - to top up
- Ice cubes
- Salt for rimming the glasses
- Grapefruit slices and lime wedges - for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses: Pour some salt onto a small plate. Rub the rim of each glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rims into the salt to coat.
- Juice the grapefruits and limes using the citrus juicer to get the required amounts of juice.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave syrup. Shake well until the mixture is well chilled.
- Fill the prepared glasses with ice cubes.
- Strain the cocktail mixture into the glasses, dividing it evenly.
- Top up each glass with club soda to your liking.
- Gently stir the cocktails with a spoon or stirrer to combine.
- Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a lime wedge on the rim of each glass.
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
Serve immediately, enjoying the vibrant mix of flavors that make this cocktail a delightful treat for any occasion, especially during the spring and summer months. Tips: Adjust the sweetness with the agave syrup according to your taste and the tartness of the grapefruit juice.
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt directly into the shaker before mixing.
If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute the tequila with sparkling water or a non-alcoholic spirit for a refreshing mocktail.
Enjoy your Tequila-Grapefruit Cocktails, a perfect blend of citrusy goodness and tequila warmth that promises to be a hit at any gathering.
Serve immediately, enjoying the vibrant mix of flavors that make this cocktail a delightful treat for any occasion, especially during the spring and summer months. Tips: Adjust the sweetness with the agave syrup according to your taste and the tartness of the grapefruit juice.
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt directly into the shaker before mixing.
If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute the tequila with sparkling water or a non-alcoholic spirit for a refreshing mocktail.
Enjoy your Tequila-Grapefruit Cocktails, a perfect blend of citrusy goodness and tequila warmth that promises to be a hit at any gathering.