Paloma Cocktail or Mocktail
This Paloma cocktail is grapefruit-forward thanks to an infused grapefruit simple syrup made with dried grapefruit slices from CITREVE. The flavor is bold, bright, and layered, taking this cocktail to a whole new level.
It’s so good as a cocktail, and just as delicious as a mocktail, simply leave out the tequila. Looking for a delicious game day sip that everyone will want to keep pouring? This one delivers. You’re really going to love this one.
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Ingredients
Grapefruit Simple Syrup
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Water
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Granulated White Sugar

- 4 whole4 whole4 whole Freeze-Dried Grapefruit Slices - CITREVE

Paloma Cocktail
- 2 oz2 oz2 oz Blanco Tequila
- 2 oz2 oz2 oz Grapefruit Juice
- 0.5 oz0.5 oz0.5 oz Grapefruit Juice, using the Grapefruit SImple Syrup from above
- 1 oz1 oz1 oz Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 oz2 oz2 oz Citrus Soda, Original Grapefruit - Fresca
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Grapefruit Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the dehydrated grapefruit slices and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let steep until completely cooled.
- Strain into a jar and refrigerate.
- Paloma Cocktail
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add tequila (if using), grapefruit juice, grapefruit simple syrup, and lime juice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with grapefruit sparkling water.
- Gently stir, garnish with a dried grapefruit slice, and sip.
Notes
- Mocktail version: Simply skip the tequila—still bold, still delicious.
- Batching: Multiply ingredients and mix everything except the sparkling water ahead of time. Chill, then top with bubbles just before serving.
- Garnish tip: Don’t skip the dried grapefruit slice—it adds even more infused grapefruit flavor.
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Beverages Coconut Free Dairy Free Egg Free FODMAP Free Gluten Free Grain Free Nightshade Free Nut Free Pescetarian Plant Based Shellfish Free Specific Carbohydrate Diet Sugar Alcohol Free Vegan Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 932 |
| Fat: | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 202 g |
| Protein: | 0 g |
| Cholesterol: | 0 g |
| Sodium: | 8 mg |
| Fiber: | 0 g |
| Sugars: | 199 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated for total recipe. | |
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Love a good Paloma!
Me too!
Looks so refreshing!