Citrus-Infused Mezcal Paloma with Grapefruit Soda

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

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A smoky and tangy Paloma cocktail that blends mezcal with fresh lime and grapefruit soda for a bright, effervescent drink. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lime juice, grapefruit soda for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 oz mezcal
3/4 oz fresh lime juice
3 oz grapefruit soda
1/2 oz agave syrup
for rimming fine salt
as needed large ice cubes
1, for garnish grapefruit wheel

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Instructions

Step 1: Rim a highball glass with a thin layer of fresh lime juice and dip into fine salt to coat the edge.
Step 2: Fill the glass with large ice cubes.
Step 3: In a shaker filled with ice, pour 1 1/2 oz mezcal, 3/4 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz agave syrup.
Step 4: Shake gently for 10 seconds to combine and chill.
Step 5: Strain into the prepared highball glass and top with 3 oz grapefruit soda.
Step 6: Stir gently once to combine.
Step 7: Garnish with a grapefruit wheel placed on the rim, slightly twisted to release oils.