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Spicy Paloma

A bright and zesty grapefruit tequila cocktail with fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and a spicy kick from hot sauce, rimmed with tajin seasoning.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces silver or blanco tequila
  • 3 ounces fresh grapefruit juice
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1/2 ounce hot sauce or spicy element
  • Ice cubes
  • Tajin seasoning or spicy salt for rimming
  • Fresh grapefruit slice or jalapeño slice for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring glass
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Highball glass or rocks glass
  • Citrus reamer or juicer
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small plate for rimming salt

Method
 

  1. Pour tajin seasoning or spicy salt onto a small plate and run a fresh lime wedge around the rim of a highball glass to moisten it.
  2. Roll the lime-coated rim through the tajin salt mixture until fully covered, then tap off any excess.
  3. Fill the prepared glass about three-quarters full with large ice cubes.
  4. Measure and pour 2 ounces of silver or blanco tequila into a cocktail shaker using a jigger.
  5. Add 3 ounces of fresh grapefruit juice and 1 ounce of fresh lime juice to the shaker.
  6. Pour in 1/2 ounce of simple syrup and 1/2 ounce of hot sauce or chosen spicy liquid.
  7. Fill the shaker with fresh ice cubes, seal tightly, and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until frosted.
  8. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over ice using a cocktail strainer.
  9. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit or jalapeño slice, stir once with a bar spoon, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pro Tip: Make a jalapeño-infused tequila by leaving sliced jalapeño in silver tequila for 3 to 5 days for cleaner heat integration.