Smoky Jalapeño Paloma

This cocktail is a harmonious blend of contradictory flavors and sensations. It's a refreshing yet smoky and spicy, bitter yet sweet concoction that creates a perfectly balanced drink.

Smoky Jalapeño Paloma

A refreshing and spicy cocktail with a perfect balance of smokiness, sweetness, and heat.

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Ingredients

  • 2 jalapeños, halved
  • Zest of 1 grapefruit
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 ounces silver tequila
  • 1/2 ounce mezcal
  • 1 ounce lime juice
  • 2 ounces grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 ounce jalapeño-infused simple syrup
  • 1/2 ounce grapefruit liqueur or Triple Sec
  • Ice, for serving

Instructions

  1. To make the jalapeño-infused simple syrup, combine jalapeño, grapefruit zest, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Strain into a clean glass jar. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
  2. In a shaker, combine tequila, mezcal, lime juice, grapefruit juice, jalapeño-infused simple syrup, and grapefruit liqueur. Shake well with ice.
  3. Double strain the mixture into a glass with ice.