Azteca Paloma Tequila cocktail in a Highball glass
Tequila

Azteca Paloma

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~5 min
1 serving
Highball glass

Ingredients

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Blanco Tequila
  • 0.5 oz (15 ml) Fresh Lime Juice
  • 4 oz (120 ml) Grapefruit Soda
  • 0.5 oz (15 ml) Hibiscus Syrup
  • 1 pinch Salt
Servings:
1

Select an ingredient to see substitution options:

  • Reposado TequilaClose match

    Adds light oak.

  • MezcalPartial match

    Strong smoke. Best used as a split base.

  • Lemon JuiceClose match

    Slightly softer acidity.

  • Grapefruit JuicePartial match

    Bigger citrus hit. Use slightly less.

Garnish: Grapefruit wedge and a lime wheel

Instructions

Rim a highball glass with salt and fill with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Top with grapefruit soda, then drizzle the hibiscus syrup down the side for a sunset-red swirl.

Barkeep's Notes

A Paloma dressed for the opening match at Estadio Azteca, host Mexico's home. Crisp grapefruit and blanco tequila with a ruby hibiscus ribbon running through it.

Estimated: ~235 cal|~8.9% ABV

Estimates are approximate and for informational purposes only. Not intended as medical or dietary advice.

Please drink responsibly. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol.

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