![]() ![]() Selecting Your TequilaĪny blanco tequila should work well, as long as it’s 100% agave. It’s also really easy to make since it’s basically just a strong chamomile infusion with sugar. We like to use our chamomile simple syrup in this recipe because it adds another layer of flavor with subtle floral notes. As for the lime, just juice it fresh! Trust me. It’s also worth noting that they have a pretty tasty blood orange juice as well (not a sponsor-I’m just a fan). In the United States, I would recommend Natalie’s grapefruit juice (if you can find it). If you are unable to find ripe grapefruit in your area, consider buying a premium grapefruit juice (definitely not Ocean Spray!). With very few exceptions, bottled citrus juices taste completely different than fresh squeezed juice. ![]() Whenever possible, juice your own citrus for cocktails. Tequila is mention as a possible mixer or float in some of their early advertisements (not pictured), but the company mostly seemed to be pushing gin, vodka, whiskey and rum. I’ve found some fun advertisements from the 1960s & 1970s promoting Squirt cocktails. Vintage Squirt Advertisement, Copyright 1971 The Squirt Company Squirt claims to have been a “popular ingredient in refreshing cocktails such as palomas” since around 1950 (according to a time line from their website) although there seems to be little evidence that the paloma dates back that far. While we have a pretty good idea of what the original cocktail contained, no one really knows for sure who invented it, how old it is or where it originated. I can’t help bringing up the cocktail without mentioning it’s history. History of the Paloma Vintage Squirt Advertisement, Copyright 1966 The Squirt Company The grapefruit soda version is actually more common, as it was the original way to make a paloma, and some of those versions still have a small amount of juice added in. If you’d like to substitute jarritos, Squirt or Fresca in place of soda water, it will still absolutely delicious, so please feel free to experiment! I prefer to make a paloma cocktail with grapefruit juice and a splash of soda water on top instead of grapefruit soda, but it’s worth mentioning that there are a few ways to make this. For more information, please view our privacy policy. I will make a commission, at no extra cost to you, should you click through and make a purchase. Let cool completely to room temperature, then strain into a glass jar and seal tightly with a lid.This post may contain affiliate links.Stir until sugar is completely dissolved.Add the sugar, water, and leftover grapefruit peels to a small saucepan over medium heat.Since we have leftover grapefruit peels from squeezing out the grapefruit juice, you can just add those in! I always make my own simple syrup for cocktails because it's so easy and paying for it seems silly to me! You can also add in different herbs or fruit for a delightfully flavored simple syrup. So I always taste first and then add in simple syrup. Simple Syrup - You can add as little or as much simple syrup as you like! Depending on what type of grapefruit soda you get, the sweetness may vary. ![]()
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