Shaken Smoky Mezcal Paloma
A refreshing Paloma with a smoky mezcal twist, balanced by fresh grapefruit juice and a hint of agave syrup. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together mezcal, 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 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz mezcal
- 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz agave syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- for rimming kosher salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rim a highball glass with kosher salt by moistening the rim with lime and dipping it into salt. Fill the glass with large ice cubes.
- Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz mezcal, 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz agave syrup.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass over the ice.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and gently stir once with a bar spoon.
- Step 6: Garnish with a thin grapefruit wheel resting on the rim and a small sprig of fresh mint.
