Tamarind and Pineapple Paloma
A refreshing twist on the classic Paloma cocktail featuring tangy tamarind and tropical pineapple for a vibrant, balanced drink. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, tamarind 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz tamarind syrup
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 2 oz club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 lime wedge
- 1 small pineapple leaf
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to the top. Pour in 2 oz blanco tequila, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.75 oz tamarind syrup, and 1 oz pineapple juice.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and combine all ingredients without diluting.
- Step 3: Top the glass with 2 oz chilled club soda and give a light stir to incorporate.
- Step 4: Garnish by squeezing a lime wedge over the drink, then rim the glass with it before placing it on the edge. Add a small pineapple leaf for an exotic touch.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with a straw.








