Paloma Picante
A fiery spin on the classic Paloma that muddles fresh jalapeño with blanco tequila, then shakes it with tart grapefruit juice and lime for a cocktail that balances heat, citrus, and salt in every sip.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 3 slices fresh jalapeño, sliced, seeded
- 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- 2 oz sparkling water (chilled)
- as needed flaky salt mixed with chili powder (for rim)
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 lime wedge
- 1 jalapeño slice (for garnish)
Instructions
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1
Rub 1 lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass, then dip the rim into as needed flaky salt mixed with chili powder (for rim) to coat.
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2
In a cocktail shaker, combine 3 slices sliced, seeded fresh jalapeño slices and 1/2 oz agave nectar. Muddle firmly to release the jalapeño's heat and oils.
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3
Add 2 oz blanco tequila, 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 3/4 oz fresh lime juice to the shaker. Fill with as needed ice cubes and shake vigorously for 12 to 15 seconds.
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4
Fill the rimmed glass with fresh as needed ice cubes. Double-strain the cocktail through a fine-mesh strainer into the glass to remove jalapeño seeds.
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5
Top with 2 oz sparkling water (chilled) and stir gently. Garnish with 1 jalapeño slice (for garnish) and serve immediately.