Sparkling Paloma: 3 Cents Grapefruit Soda

The Paloma is one of the most iconic tequila cocktails, and it’s no surprise why. Sweet, tangy, and wonderfully refreshing, it’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm day.

But what if you could take that same flavour profile and make it even more invigorating? What if your Paloma could have an effervescent twist?

Now it can! With this Sparkling Paloma recipe, we’ve transformed the classic cocktail into something new—a bubbly version that retains all the flavours of the original. The key ingredient is grapefruit soda, and we’ll guide you through some excellent options to elevate your drink.

Ingredients to Prepare the Sparkling Paloma

You’ll only need the following:

• 60 ml / 2 parts Altos Plata or Reposado
• 15 ml 1/2 part agave mix / agave honey
• 30 ml / 1 part Lemon or lime juice
• 3 Cents Pink Grapefruit Soda
• Pinch of Salt

As we’ll explore later, you can also choose other varieties of soda to suit your taste or depending on what’s readily available to you.

How to Make this Sparkling Tequila Grapefruit Cocktail

To make this Sparkling Paloma, follow these four easy steps:

1. Pour the ingredients into a tall glass.
2. Stir well to dissolve the agave mixture.
3. Add ice and top up with soda.
4. Rim the glass with salt.

The final result should look like the provided image. For an added touch, garnish with slices of lime or grapefruit.

Other Sodas to Use in the Mix of Tequila and Grapefruit Sparkling Water

The key ingredient in this Sparkling Paloma cocktail is grapefruit soda, which can sometimes be hard to find. Here are some recommended sodas to make your Paloma truly stand out:

• Franklin & Sons
• Izze
• Velvet Soda
• Owen’s
• Gazosa
• Fentimans
• Joia
• Thomas Henry
• Q
• Bundaberg
• Spindrift
• Hansen’s
• Sanpellegrino

You can also opt for Fever-Tree, but ensure you select the pink grapefruit variety for the best results.

Our Other Versions of Paloma like Smoky or Spicy

Why not experiment with different variations of the Paloma cocktail? One of the lesser-known options is the Smoky Paloma, but we can also guide you through preparing the classic version as well as an exciting twist with the Spicy Paloma.

Olmeca Altos Plata or Reposado

Olmeca Altos Plata (Silver) or Reposado is the ideal choice for crafting this cocktail. The Altos Plata tequila is made from 100% blue agave, offering a crisp and vibrant flavour. Meanwhile, the Reposado tequila, aged in wooden barrels for a minimum of 12 months, brings a richer and smoother profile. Both options are exceptionally smooth and delicious, ensuring you’ll enjoy experimenting with them in this Sparkling Paloma.