It turns out the Paloma, not the Margarita, is Mexico's most beloved cocktail.
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The Paloma is a thirst-quenching tequila cocktail that's very simple to mix up. Paloma in Spanish means "dove," and it's a fitting name for this sparking pink grapefruit drink. Though there are variations, two elements are mandatory in any Paloma recipe: tequila and grapefruit. It's a beautiful pairing, especially with a juicy grapefruit slice and a little fizz.
Perfect Paloma Ingredients
This super simple recipe requires the following ingredients:
- 200ml of Fever-Tree Pink Grapefruit Soda
- 50ml of Patron Reposado Tequila
- Lots of fresh ice
- A fresh slice of pink grapefuit
How to Make the ultimate Perfect Paloma
Follow these three steps to make a perfect Paloma:
Step One: Fill a highball glass with fresh ice - the more ice, the longer your drink will stay cold
Step Two: Pour in 50ml of Patron Reposado and top up with Fever-Tree’s Pink Grapefruit Soda
Step Three: Garnish with a slice of pink grapefruit.
Mixers: Pink Grapefruit Soda
Spirits: Don Julio Tequila
Tastes: Fruity and delicious
