Tequila-Lime Paloma with Grapefruit Sparkle
A crisp and slightly tart tequila cocktail brightened with fresh lime and topped with sparkling grapefruit soda for a lively finish. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, 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 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3 oz grapefruit soda
- 1/2 oz agave syrup
- for glass rim kosher salt
- 1 lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rub the rim of a highball glass with a lime wedge and dip it into kosher salt to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 3: In a shaker, combine 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz agave syrup.
- Step 4: Fill the shaker with ice, then shake vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled.
- Step 5: Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass over the ice.
- Step 6: Top with 3 oz grapefruit soda and stir gently with a bar spoon.
- Step 7: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim of the glass.
