Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! While the Margarita gets all the fame, the Paloma is actually the most popular cocktail in Mexico. This variation swaps traditional tequila for Mezcal, introducing a captivating, smoky campfire note that pairs incredibly well with the bittersweet grapefruit and bright lime.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 3 Minutes

• Servings: 1 Drink

• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 2 oz Premium Mezcal

• 2 oz Fresh grapefruit juice

• 1/2 oz Fresh lime juice

• 1/2 oz Agave nectar

• Splash of club soda

• Tajín or salt for the rim

• Ice cubes

• GND Blood Orange Slices for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a highball or rocks glass and dip it into Tajín. Fill with fresh ice.

2. Combine: In a shaker, add the Mezcal, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar.

3. Shake: Add ice and shake for 10 seconds.

4. Strain: Strain into your prepared glass.

5. Top off: Add a quick splash of club soda for a refreshing fizz.

6. Garnish: Slip a dramatic dehydrated blood orange slice down the side of the glass.

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