What’s in this Blood Orange Paloma Cocktail?
A traditional Paloma is made with tequila, lime, and grapefruit-flavored soda or juice. The only difference with this recipe is that we’re using blood orange soda and juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
Tequila: Use a good-quality tequila for the best cocktail. Blood Orange Juice: Freshly-squeezed juice will taste best! Blood Orange Soda: A can of blood orange flavored soda or sparkling water adds fizzy carbonation, and more citrus flavor. Lime Juice: A small amount of lime juice adds that fresh, bright, zesty flavor. Grapefruit Juice: I like to keep grapefruit in the mix as well. Again, fresh-squeezed juice will taste best.
Pro Tip: Cut fresh blood oranges into thin slices and dip them into sea salt to garnish your Palomas.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these Blood Orange Palomas over ice, with a salted blood orange slice for garnish if you like! These fizzy cocktails go well with your favorite Mexican foods, Cinco de Mayo appetizers, and other party foods, which makes them the perfect Cinco de Mayo drinks. Serve them with tortilla chips and restaurant style salsa or white queso for a simple gathering with friends. These are one of my favorite summer cocktails because they’re so refreshing!
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