Rimmed Tequila Grapefruit Paloma

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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A crisp, tangy Paloma cocktail with the brightness of fresh grapefruit and the zing of salted rim, perfect for sunny afternoons. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Blanco tequila, Fresh grapefruit juice, Fresh lime juice 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 140 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz Blanco tequila
2 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
1/2 oz Fresh lime juice
1/2 oz Agave syrup
2 oz Club soda
for rimming Coarse sea salt
enough for glass Ice cubes
1 Grapefruit wedge

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare a highball glass by rubbing a grapefruit wedge around the rim, then dip it into coarse sea salt to coat evenly.
Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
Step 3: In a shaker filled halfway with ice, pour 2 oz blanco tequila, 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz agave syrup.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
Step 5: Strain into the prepared glass and top with 2 oz club soda.
Step 6: Gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine.
Step 7: Garnish by placing the grapefruit wedge on the rim.