Zesty, Paloma-Style Grapefruit Margarita
This grapefruit margarita strikes the perfect balance between tart and refreshing. Tequila and grapefruit shine, while agave and fresh lime juice round everything out for a cocktail that’s bright, zesty, and never too bitter.
Servings: 2 drinks
Calories: 219kcal
Equipment
Cocktail shaker with strainer or large glass with tight fitting lid
Lowball glass
Ingredients
- 4 oz fresh grapefruit juice, about ½ a large grapefruit
- 3 oz tequila blanco, such as Casamigos
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 ½ oz Cointreau
- ½ oz agave nectar (Start with ½ oz, but if the grapefruit is very bitter, add an extra squeeze of agave at the end.)
- Kosher salt and granulated sugar
Instructions
- Make the grapefruit marg. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add 4 oz fresh grapefruit juice, 3 oz tequila, 2 oz fresh lime juice, 1½ oz Cointreau, and ½ oz agave. Secure lid, then shake for 10-12 seconds to aerate the drink.
- Prepare the glass, then serve. Run a lime or grapefruit wedge along the rim of the glass, then dip upside down into a shallow bowl with equal parts Kosher salt and sugar stirred together. Place ice in glass (optional). Strain into glass, then garnish with grapefruit and/or lime wedges.
Notes
- Agave substitute: Use simple syrup instead. Combine equal parts water and sugar (about 1 cup each) and heat gently (do not boil) until dissolved. Refrigerate airtight; keeps for several weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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