Sparkling Fresh Paloma

This recipe for the tequila-based cocktail known as a paloma was created by the beverage experts at Bourbon & Branch, a well-known San Francisco bar.

Ingredients:

  • Ice as needed
  • 2 oz. tequila
  • 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
  • 2 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
  • Mint sprig for garnish
  • Curled lemon peel for garnish

Directions:

In a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, simple syrup and grapefruit juice and shake until well chilled, 20 to 30 seconds. Strain into a highball glass, garnish with the mint sprig and lemon peel, and serve immediately. Serves 1.

Recipe by Bourbon & Branch, San Francisco.