Paloma
The Paloma is a medium tequila highball, sweet and tart on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 70 out of 100
- Sweet
- 78 out of 100
- Fruity
- 70 out of 100
- Bitter
- 45 out of 100
- Boozy
- 40 out of 100
How to make a Paloma
To make a Paloma, build over ice in a highball glass: 3 oz grapefruit soda and 1½ oz tequila.
You'll need
- Grapefruit soda3 oz
- Tequila1½ oz
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in tequila.
- 3
Top with grapefruit soda.
- 4
Give it one gentle stir.
Why build it in the glass? Nothing here needs shaking, and pouring straight in keeps the grapefruit soda fizzy.
Paloma questions
What does a Paloma taste like, and is it sweet?
Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly sweet and tart. It's a medium drink at about 12% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Paloma?
About 12% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
How do I make a pitcher of Palomas?
For 6 drinks, mix 9 oz tequila in a jug and chill it. Top each glass with grapefruit soda as you serve, so it stays fizzy.
What glass do you serve a Paloma in?
A highball glass.