Aperol Paloma
A refreshing twist on the classic Paloma that adds Aperol's bittersweet complexity to the beloved tequila and grapefruit combination. The result is a tall, fizzy, and crushable cocktail with a beautiful coral color.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Tequila blanco
- 1 oz Aperol
- 2 oz Fresh ruby red grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 2 oz Club soda
- grapefruit wedge (garnish) garnish
- rosemary sprig (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Enjoy with ceviche, grilled fish with charred citrus, or tostadas with fresh crab; the grapefruit and bittersweet notes enhance seafood's natural brightness.
Instructions
Combine tequila, Aperol, grapefruit juice, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker
Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds
Fill a collins glass with fresh ice
Strain the cocktail into the glass
Top with club soda and stir gently once to incorporate
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a rosemary sprig
Tips
Fresh-squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice makes a huge difference over bottled — the color and flavor are far superior For a spicy variation, muddle a thin slice of jalapeno in the shaker before adding the other ingredients The rosemary sprig is not just decorative — give it a gentle slap between your palms before garnishing to release its aroma