Tequila-Mango Paloma with Chili Salt Rim

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A vibrant and spicy Paloma variation featuring fresh mango puree and a chili-salt rim for a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and heat. This recipe, ready in about 7 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 210 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: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: On a small plate, combine 1/4 tsp chili powder and 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt. Rub the rim of a highball glass with the lime wedge and dip it into the chili-salt mixture to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a cocktail shaker, pour 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz mango puree, and 1/2 oz agave syrup.
  4. Step 4: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled.
  5. Step 5: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice.
  6. Step 6: Top with 2 oz club soda and gently stir with a bar spoon to combine.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim.

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