Description
A vibrant, refreshing tequila cocktail featuring fresh blood orange juice, a sparkling club soda finish, and a savory rosemary salt rim. Perfect for parties, Taco Tuesdays, or a cozy night in, this Paloma is quick to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large fresh blood oranges, juiced (about 1/2 cup or 4 oz)
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2–3 oz club soda
- Ice cubes, as needed
- 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 blood orange wedge (for rimming glass)
- Blood orange slices (optional garnish)
- Rosemary sprig (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Combine coarse sea salt and finely chopped rosemary on a small plate.
- Rub a blood orange wedge around the rim of your glass to moisten.
- Dip the rim into the rosemary salt mixture to coat lightly.
- Juice the blood oranges to yield about 1/2 cup (4 oz) of juice. Remove seeds and excess pulp if desired.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and blood orange juice.
- Add a handful of ice cubes and shake well for 15-20 seconds until chilled and slightly frothy.
- Strain the mixture into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with club soda (2-3 oz) and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a slice of blood orange and a rosemary sprig. Optionally, twist the rosemary to release its oils before adding.
Notes
Taste your blood orange juice before mixing; adjust syrup for sweetness. Rim only half the glass for a milder salt experience. Prep rosemary salt ahead for convenience. For a mocktail, omit tequila and add more club soda. All ingredients are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. Use fresh rosemary for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 480
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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