A Mezcal Paloma is made with two flavors grapefruit and mezcal that are a match made in heaven or at least a match made in Mexico and the United States. I say this because I often combine the two for a tart, sweet and smoky drink that keeps you coming back for another sip...and then another.
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Mezcal and Grapefruit Paloma Ingredients
A mezcal Paloma is a great way to enjoy the flavors of an agave spirit while preparing yourself for your night out (or link me, a night in!). It's made with the light-bodied and citrusy mezcal, making it a fun departure from the typical tequila-based Paloma.
Mezcal
If you're not familiar with mezcal, we can understand. Mezcal is made by distilling agave plants native to Mexico. The smoky spirit is distilled from the agave plant is the same spirit used to make tequila. Mezcal has exploded in popularity in the US over the past few years.
Lime Juice
To get the lime juice in there, we recommend juicing one lime per serving (so if you're making two drinks, you'll need to juice two limes).
Grapefruit soda
Grapefruit soda (such as Fresca or Jarritos) to taste
Honey Simple Syrup
See below for the recipe. If you don't have honey, make regular simple syrup.
About the Mezcal Paloma
The Paloma is a refreshing cocktail with unmatched balance, sweet, sour, and fizzy. This cocktail is made with tequila, grapefruit soda, and lime juice. However, this recipe swaps out the tequila for mezcal. Mezcal is a smoky tequila-like spirit that transforms this simple drink into extraordinary. This recipe calls for honey simple syrup to replace the traditional sugar simple syrup to add another layer of flavor.
How to Make a Mezcal Paloma Cocktail
To make a Mezcal Paloma at home, first, you'll need to acquire your favorite mezcal and some quality grapefruit soda. Measure these in your cocktail shaker.
To make the honey simple syrup:
- Add ¼ cup of honey to ¼ cup of water in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat
- Whisk the honey until it dissolves.
- Set aside to cool.
Assemble mezcal cocktail
Add lime juice to a shaker, then fill it with ice. Shake well for at least 15 seconds! Strain into a rocks glass or Collins glass filled with ice.
Then top that sucker off with club soda and drizzle some honey simple syrup on top as a finishing touch. Feel free to garnish! Add a slice of lime or grapefruit wedge.
FAQ
The name Paloma is Spanish for dove. The Paloma cocktail was first created in Mexico in the 1920s.
Use any tequila in a Paloma. Many recipes call for unaged silver tequila, but it's common to use aged tequilas such as reposado or añejo in the cocktail.
Mezcal is an agave liquor produced in Oaxaca, Mexico. Mezcal is distilled from agave cactus plants native to the region, whereas tequila is produced from only one type of agave plant.
Mezcal can be served either straight or mixed with water or club soda. Some prefer to drink it neat u0022cazuelau0022 style (in a clay pot) to be shared by pouring out of one vessel into another. It can also be served over ice or in a shot glass.
📖 Recipe
Mezcal Paloma
The Paloma is another simple, delicious, tequila-based cocktail. With mezcal and grapefruit as the primary flavors. It's a margarita's simpler cousin, made with grapefruit soda instead of lime or lemon.
The result is a light, bubbly, refreshing drink that's easier on the palate than a margarita.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce mezcal
- ½ ounce lime juice
- ½ ounce grapefruit soda
- ½ ounce honey simple syrup (measured equal parts honey and water)
- Club soda to fill.
Instructions
To make the honey simple syrup:
- Add ¼ cup of honey to ¼ cup of water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk honey until it has dissolved into the water.
- Set aside to cool.
Assemble
- Combine mezcal, lime juice, and grapefruit soda in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake well to combine
- Strain into a rocks or Collings glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Drizzle the top of the cocktail with honey simple syrup.
Notes
Have fun with garnishes on this one! Dip your grapefruit wedge in chili powder or add a salt rim. Garnish with pickled jalapenos or habaneros for some additional heat, but make sure to remove the seeds if you want it less spicy.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 155Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 18mgCarbohydrates: 203gFiber: 0gSugar: 199gProtein: 0g
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