Paloma with Grapefruit Beer
Paloma recipe using grapefruit beer instead of soda. Enjoy the complex flavors in this refreshing and not overly sweet version of the classic.
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Servings: 1
Calories: 417kcal
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila reposado or blanco
- 0.5 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 6 oz grapefruit beer* grapefruit radler, wheat ale, IPA or pale ale
- 4-5 ice cubes
- coarse salt optional, pink Himalayan salt works great
- lime wedge or slice for garnish optional
- grapefruit slice or twist for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cut a lime wedge and moisten the rim of your glass all around. Dip the rim into salt. Carefully place a few ice cubes in the rimmed glass and add a grapefruit slice if desired.
- Add the tequila, then lime juice and top with grapefruit beer. Wait for the foam of the beer to settle and add some more to fill the glass completely.
- Give a gentle stir, garnish with a lime wedge and/or grapefruit twist and enjoy!
Notes
*Read the relevant section in the post for specific brews appropriate for this Paloma drink.
If the beer of your choice has an alcohol by volume content that is on the high side (6.5% or more) consider using a bit less tequila so as not to mix a drink that is too potent.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1026mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g
