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Paloma Picante recipe.

Paloma Picante combines Tequila with lime juice, Grapefruit Soda, and Agave syrup, finishing with a lively, refreshing lift.

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Paloma Picante

Description

What works about Paloma Picante is the contrast between familiar cocktail logic and a more individual flavour combination. The recipe combines Tequila, lime juice, Grapefruit Soda, Agave syrup, and Chilli slices. Bubbles keep the serve open and refreshing, so the richer or sweeter elements stay light on the palate.

It fits naturally into aperitif hour, garden drinks, parties or any round where you want flavour without a heavy finish. Use fresh ice and serve promptly so the texture and aroma arrive at their best.

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Tequila
  • 20 ml lime juice
  • 80 ml Grapefruit Soda
  • 5 ml Agave syrup
  • 2 pieces Chilli slices
  • Ice
  • Salt rim

Equipment needed

Cocktail Shaker – Used to chill, dilute and integrate the cocktail before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink. Fine Mesh Strainer – Use for a polished double-strain when citrus, fruit or herbs are shaken.

Instructions

  1. Add the tequila, citrus and chilli components to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake briefly and strain into a salt-rimmed highball over fresh ice.
  3. Top with grapefruit soda.
  4. Stir gently and garnish with lime.

Recommended glassware

Margarita Glass
Margarita Glass (recommended)

A wide, dramatic glass designed for Margaritas and frozen tequila cocktails.

250–400 ml Wide bowl with broad rim for salting or sugaring.

Best for: Margarita, Frozen Margarita, Daiquiri variations, festive tequila serves.

Garnish: Best for salt rims, lime wheels, citrus zest, and fruit garnishes.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option
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