Citrus Paloma Cocktail (Summer Drink Series)
If you’re looking for a refreshing and unique summer cocktail, try making a Citrus Paloma! This popular tequila-based drink is similar to a Margarita but has a grapefruit fizzy twist. Use any citrus grapefruit soda and your favorite onlinebo of fresh citrus fruits like limes, lemons, grapefruits, or oranges. We actually have a large Mexican lime tree that produces mini limes in my backyard so I chose to add limes and a fresh grapefruit for my version below – so good!
Citrus Paloma Cocktail
yield: 1 SERVINGS
Easy and effortless alcoholic beverage recipe that is a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 shot tequila
- 6 oz. of Squirt or other grapefruit flavored soda
- few slices lime and grapefruit
- splash of Grande Marnier orange liquor (optional)
- salt for rim (optional)
Directions
1
Rim the glass with salt if desired.
2
Place a few slices of limes and grapefruit at the bottom of cup.
3
Pour tequila over the fruit. Using a cocktail muddler or the end of a wood spoon, smash the fruit and mix with tequila.
4
Add a few ice cubes, soda, and splash of Grand Marnier at the top. Garnish with more citrus, and enjoy.
On a side note, a few readers asked for my favorite Margarita recipe in the onlinement section of a recent post. Margaritas and my stomach just do not get along well (too sweet for me!) and I think these Citrus Palomas are a great option in place of a Margarita!
Have you ever tried a Paloma? Cheers! 🙂
Lina ([email protected]) loves cooking new recipes, thrift store shopping, and DIY home decor projects.
Like this drink? Be sure to check out our Very Berry Hibiscus Tea Refresher, Watermelon Punch Recipe and Blueberry Kiwi Mojitos Recipe (Alcoholic AND Non-Alcoholic Versions)!
