This Fresh Grapefruit Paloma is:
- Bright
- Refreshing
- Citrusy
- Easy to make
- Great for one drink or to make for a Crowd
Easy Make Ahead Cocktails for Entertaining
This grapefruit paloma is what I call an Easy Entertaining Recipe – which is on your table in under 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those last-minute potluck invites, or when you just want a delicious drink but don’t want to spend hours bartending in the kitchen.
I have a whole section of Entertaining recipes, that are great for guests. Infuse the simple syrup ahead of time, and make at batch of cocktails right before your guests arrive. If you’re heading to a party, potluck, or BBQ, check out my list of top host gifts for summer entertaining for that next-level gift your host will love!
What’s in this Grapefruit Paloma recipe?
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- Grapefruit Juice & Peel
- Granulated Sugar: I like this organic sugar for my recipes, I recommend organic sugar for cooking and cocktails.
- Water
- Tequila – use the best quality you can afford.
- Lime Juice
- Seltzer
- Pink Himalayan Sea Salt: I like to use a pink Himalayan Sea Salt in my kitchen, which has more natural minerals than plain processed table salt.
How Do I Infuse Simple Syrup?
- In a large mason jar, add the peels from 1 grapefruit, 1/2 cup is sugar, and 1/2 cup water.
- Allow the peels to soak for 1 hour- not much longer or else they will get bitter.
- Remove the peels and refrigerate the syrup!
How do I make this Grapefruit Paloma Recipe?
- In a mason jar, combine the tequila and grapefruit simple syrup, and lime juice. Add ice and shake well.
- Pour into a cocktail glass over ice, and add the seltzer as a float on top. Garnish with fresh lime and grapefruit twist.
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Fresh Grapefruit Paloma
Ingredients
Grapefruit Infused Simple Syrup
- Peels of 1 grapefruit
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
For the Paloma
- 2 ounces tequila reposado or mezcal
- 1 ounce Grapefruit Infused Simple Syrup
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 ounces seltzer to top
- Salt rim
Instructions
Grapefruit Simple Syrup Recipe
- In a large mason jar, add the peels from 1 grapefruit, 1/2 cup is sugar, and 1/2 cup water.
- Allow the peels to soak for 1 hour- not much longer or else they will get bitter.
- Remove the peels and refrigerate the syrup!
Grapefruit Paloma Recipe
- In a mason jar, combine the tequila and grapefruit simple syrup, and lime juice. Add ice and shake well.
- Pour into a cocktail glass over ice, and add the seltzer as a float on top. Garnish with fresh lime and grapefruit twist.
Notes
Nutrition
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