Description
Did you know that paloma is Mexico’s favorite cocktail? No, it’s not the margarita, contrary to popular belief.
La Paloma is a traditional cocktail that is served with ice. This citrusy cocktail is prepared with grapefruit juice and tequila. According to cocktail experts, grapefruit and tequila are the perfect combination.
The origin of this cocktail remains unknown until today. However, some sources attribute its creation to Don Javier Delgado Coroba. He is the owner of a legendary bar called La Capilla in the city of Tequila, in the Mexican state of Jalisco.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons Imperial Sugar Extra Fine Granulated Sugar for rimming
- Lime wedges for rimming and garnish
- 1 ½ cups ice plus more for serving
- 1.5 ounces tequila reposado
- 3 ounces grapefruit juice
- ½ ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 1 ounce sparkling water
- Grapefruit slice for garnish
Ingredients for simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Directions for Paloma
- Place sugar in a small plate in an even layer. Run a lime wedge along the rim of serving glass to wet evenly. Dip rim in sugar to coat. Add ice to glass and set aside.
- Combine 1 ½ cups ice, tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice and simple syrup in cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Pour over ice, garnish with a lime slice and grapefruit slice and enjoy.
Directions for Simple Syrup
- Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stir until sugar has dissolved. Set aside to cool. Store in a tightly sealed bottle or jar.