Perfect Paloma Mocktails Grapefruit Lime (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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60 ml grapefruit juice
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30 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
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15 ml maple syrup or preferred sweetener
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1 ml apple cider vinegar or non-alcoholic tequila
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Pinch sea salt
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120 ml plain soda water or grapefruit soda (optional)
→ For the Rim (optional)
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Salt or Tajin for glass rim
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Lime or grapefruit wedge for rimming
# Instructions:
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Spread a small amount of salt or Tajin on a shallow plate. Run a lime or grapefruit wedge along the glass rim and dip into the salt or Tajin, pressing gently to adhere.
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Combine grapefruit juice, lime juice, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of sea salt in a cocktail shaker. Add 3–4 ice cubes and seal tightly.
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Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled and ingredients are integrated.
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Strain the mixture into a tumbler over fresh ice. Top with soda water or grapefruit soda if desired.
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Garnish with a wedge of lime or grapefruit and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For a bolder citrus note, experiment with lime sparkling water or add a splash of fresh grapefruit.
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Substitute maple syrup with honey syrup, simple syrup, Stevia, or monkfruit to suit preference.
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Apple cider vinegar imparts complexity, while non-alcoholic tequila provides a classic mocktail profile.