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Spicy Pink Paloma: A Cinco de Mayo Cocktail

Spicy Pink Paloma: A Cinco de Mayo Cocktail

Try this tart and spicy version of a popular Mexican cocktail.
Course Drinks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 drink
Author Olive Jude

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces of tequila
  • 1 ounce fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
  • grapefruit soda like Fresca, for topping off mix (about 2-3 ounces)
  • fresh sliced jalapeño
  • one slice of grapefruit for garnish
  • 1 tsp fresh ground Himalayan salt mixed with a pinch of cayenne pepper for glass rim

Instructions

  1. To a tall glass, swipe the rim or side with grapefruit slice. Dip in salt and pepper mix.
  2. Add ice to glass and pour in tequila and fresh grapefruit juice.
  3. Toss in desired amount of jalapeño slices.
  4. Top with soda.
  5. Give it a gentle stir with a long spoon.
  6. Enjoy.

Recipe Notes

If you don't like the heat, ditch the jalapeño and cayenne pepper.