Paloma Express
refreshingeasyhighballbubblycitrus
Ingredients
- Tequila50 ml
- Grapefruit Soda120 ml
- Lime juice10 ml
- Saltfor the rim
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Glass
Highball
Garnish
Lime wedge & salt rim
Method
- 01Rim a highball glass with salt and fill it with ice.
- 02Pour the tequila and lime juice over the ice.
- 03Top with grapefruit soda and stir gently once.
About this drink
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What it tastes like
Bright, citrus-forward. Overall it reads as refreshing.
Ingredient tips
- Use fresh lime — bottled juice tastes flat and slightly bitter against the spirit.
When to serve it
Serve on a warm afternoon, with plenty of ice.
Common mistakes
- Over-stirring. Stop once the outside of the mixing glass is cold and frosted — usually 20–30 seconds.
- Reaching for bottled juice. Fresh-squeezed citrus is the single biggest quality jump you can make.
Variations to try
- Swap the tequila for mezcal for a smokier, more savoury version.
- No lime? Try Lemon as a substitute (changes the flavour slightly).
