Spiced Texan Paloma with Smoked Jalapeño

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A vibrant Paloma with a spicy kick from smoked jalapeño syrup, balanced by fresh grapefruit and tequila, evoking the heart of San Antonio. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, smoked jalapeño syrup 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a tall Collins glass with ice cubes to the top.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz reposado tequila, 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 3/4 oz smoked jalapeño syrup, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice into a shaker filled halfway with ice.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker feels cold.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared Collins glass.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda gently to preserve fizz.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a grapefruit wedge on the rim and a thin smoked jalapeño slice floated on top.

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