Paloma Cocktail - Quick Cocktail Recipe
Paloma has an average of 170 calories and 42% alcohol content. The main type of alcohol is Tequila.
Cocktail. Simple Ingredient List.
• 2 oz Tequila
• 1/2 oz Lime juice
• Grapefruit soda (like Squirt or Fresca)
• Salt for rimming (optional)
• Ice
• Lime wheel or grapefruit slice (for garnish)
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Paloma - How to Make the Cocktail
• Prepare Glass (Optional): Rim the edge of a highball glass with lime and dip in salt.
• Mix Ingredients: Fill the glass with ice, add tequila and lime juice.
• Top with Grapefruit Soda: Top up with grapefruit soda.
• Garnish and Serve: Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel or grapefruit slice.
Paloma Cocktail - Quick Cocktail Recipe
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Background and Origins of
Paloma
The name "Paloma" translates to "dove" in Spanish, a fitting name for a drink that is both light and vibrant. There are multiple stories and theories surrounding the Paloma’s creation. One widely accepted version attributes the invention of the Paloma to Don Javier Delgado Corona, the owner of La Capilla, a famous bar in the town of Tequila, Mexico. According to this story, Don Javier created the Paloma in the 1950s, offering it to his patrons as a refreshing alternative to other tequila-based cocktails. In Mexican culture, the Paloma holds a special place as a symbol of hospitality and celebration. It is commonly served at social gatherings, family events, and festive occasions. The cocktail's refreshing nature and approachable taste make it a crowd-pleaser, appealing to both tequila aficionados and casual drinkers alike.